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MARVIN CEASAR NEIRA

MARVIN CEASAR NEIRA

CITY OF SAN JOSE DEL MONTE, BULACAN

Summary

Experienced operations manager and agricultural engineer with over 16 years of leadership in large-scale plantation management and agri-industrial operations. Known for developing systems that improve productivity, reduce costs, and enhance product quality. Currently leading the operational execution of a startup in agricultural finance and storage. Driven by a mission to transform agriculture through innovation, structure, and sustainability.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Operations Manager

Farmvocacy (Startup)
02.2025 - Current
  • Led the planning, execution, and operational rollout of Farmvocacy’s nationwide systems for grain storage, collateral valuation, and farmer recruitment
  • Oversaw the transition to scalable field operations using hybrid staffing and outsourcing models
  • Structured workflows for hermetic storage monitoring, drying partner engagement, warehouse receipt issuance, and loan-backed grain trading

Production Manager – Connecticut ShadeWrapper & Br

Universal Leaf Philippines, Inc.
Reina Mercedes, Isabela
11.2013 - 08.2019
  • Oversaw production planning, budgeting, and plantation performance
  • Ensured compliance with quality standards and FCPA regulations
  • Designed a database system for accurate, real-time production data
  • Trained and managed field supervisors to ensure policy compliance

Production Manager – Cavendish Banana

Lapanday Foods Corporation
Davao City
08.2004 - 10.2012
  • Directed all grower-related activities including Plant Care, Crop Protection, and Fruit Care
  • Oversaw harvesting, packing, and postharvest operations
  • Liaised with top management on strategic planning and cost control
  • Enhanced profitability through innovation and system improvements

Education

Management Development Program (MDP) -

University of The Philippines Mindanao
11-2007

Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Engineering

University of The Philippines Los Baños
Laguna
04-2003

Skills

  • Operations planning, cost control, SOP development
  • Plantation systems management, financial reporting
  • Process optimization, compliance auditing
  • MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook
  • Strategic leadership, team development
  • Cross-functional coordination
  • Decision-making under pressure

Training & mentoring

Timeline

Operations Manager

Farmvocacy (Startup)
02.2025 - Current

Production Manager – Connecticut ShadeWrapper & Br

Universal Leaf Philippines, Inc.
11.2013 - 08.2019

Production Manager – Cavendish Banana

Lapanday Foods Corporation
08.2004 - 10.2012

Management Development Program (MDP) -

University of The Philippines Mindanao

Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Engineering

University of The Philippines Los Baños
MARVIN CEASAR NEIRA