Farm Mgr, Innovation

Nutrien•Champaign, IL

5h•$96,000 - $150,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Innovation Farm Manager will manage all aspects of agronomic practices required for crop production and the showcasing of agronomic, product, and service solutions. As an Innovation Farm Manager, they will be responsible for collaborating with other farm managers, product management, technical services, sustainability, digital and sales to demonstrate new products, services, and integrated solutions.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree; experience in lieu of degree considered
Agricultural-based degree desired
8 years of related experience
Including 2 or more years of experience managing people
Experience with farm management systems (Echelon, QGIS, etc.)
Excellent time management skills
Prepare and maintain land to support agronomic needs of corn and soybean production, as well as other potential crops
Obtain and maintain required permits, licenses, and other regulatory documentation for farm and crop operations
Document insights and collaborate with Innovation Farm teams to share knowledge and techniques
Collaborate with other farm managers and across the business
Establish an agronomic network internally and externally
Host internal and external groups and field days throughout the year

Nice To Haves

5+ years of relevant management experience in vocational agriculture or a combination of supervisory, education, and work experience
Willingness to travel, including to market areas in other states
Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Word/Excel)

Responsibilities

Execute and maintain agronomic and whole acre demonstrations that showcase the power and efficacy of integrated solutions that solve key grower challenges
Collect and manage data—including tissue samples, scouting observations, soil samples, and demonstration results—within company‑approved shared systems
Provide written weekly in‑depth reporting on farm operations, accomplishments, and forward‑looking plans to support alignment and decision‑making
Assist in development of well-defined SOPs for all aspects of the farm operations including general production practices, fertility application, and all other aspects of the operation
Manage internal and external labor as needed to complete all tasks required during an annual cycle
Clearly define and communicate duties, responsibilities, authority, and expectations to direct reports
Assist with set up and execution of onsite training events
Leverage digital agronomy solutions and agronomic sales programs on the innovation
Develop first-hand experience on machine enabled agronomy (i.e. latest precision equipment and digital technology)
Lead tours of the innovation farm for stakeholders and community members
Model our core value of safety by leading and enabling a culture in which you and your team are actively contributing to a safe work environment
Ensure compliance by maintaining all necessary UAS credentials and certifications for application use
Other duties as required