Founder Associate

Company Description Raheja Solar Food Processing (RSFP) is a mission-driven organization tackling post-harvest food loss by enabling farmers to convert surplus produce into high-value, solar-dried products. Featured on Shark Tank India, RSFP designs and manufactures affordable solar dehydrators and provides training, product guidance, and buyback support to create a reliable market for farmer-produced goods. The company focuses on sustainable agriculture, reduced food waste, and climate impact by helping small farmers preserve their crops without preservatives. With over 60,000 farmers empowered, 8,000+ solar dehydrators deployed, and more than 300 businesses sourcing from their network, RSFP is building a farmer-first food ecosystem. Their consumer brand, Barefruit, offers 100% natural, solar-dried snacks made from farm-fresh produce with no additives, reflecting RSFP’s commitment to clean, nutritious food.
Role Description The Founder Associate will work closely with the founding team to support strategic initiatives, operational execution, and cross-functional projects that drive RSFP’s growth and impact. This full-time on-site role, based in Indore, involves coordinating between product, operations, farmer outreach, and sales teams; preparing reports and presentations; and tracking key metrics for ongoing initiatives. Day-to-day tasks include conducting market and competitor research, assisting in business planning, managing internal processes, and supporting partnerships with businesses and stakeholders in the agri and food ecosystem. The Founder Associate will also help structure and streamline workflows, contribute to communication materials, and participate in field visits or stakeholder meetings when required.
Qualifications
Strong analytical and research skills, with the ability to translate data and insights into clear recommendations.
Business operations and project management abilities, including planning, coordination, and process improvement.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills for stakeholder coordination, documentation, and presentations.
Comfort working in a fast-paced, early-stage environment with a proactive, ownership-driven mindset.
Relevant academic background in business, management, agriculture, engineering, or a related field is preferred.
Interest in sustainability, food systems, and farmer-centric impact initiatives; prior experience in social enterprises or startups is a plus.
Ability to work on-site in Indore and occasionally travel for field visits, partner meetings, or events.

Skills
Project Management, Process Improvement, Sourcing, Documentation

Experience
0-2 yrs

Work arrangement
No