Recruiting Manager

Landus • Des Moines, IA

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About The Position

Landus is currently seeking a Recruiting Manager who will own the full recruitment lifecycle for roles across our ag business, including operations, agronomy, sales, supply chain, corporate, and seasonal roles. This position will develop hiring strategies, build strong pipelines, influence hiring managers, and ensure a positive candidate and hiring manager experience.

Requirements

• 3–7+ years of recruiting experience, preferably in agriculture, manufacturing, or field-based environments.
• Strong understanding of ag roles, seasonal workforce needs, or rural labor markets.
• Experience with ATS platforms and sourcing tools (LinkedIn Recruiter, Indeed, etc.).
• Excellent communication, relationship-building, and consultative skills.
• Ability to manage multiple requisitions and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience recruiting agronomists, agribusiness sales, operations or plant roles.
• Knowledge of DOT/CDL hiring compliance (if relevant).
• Previous leadership or team-mentoring experience (for manager version).
• SHRM-CP, PHR, or other HR/recruiting certifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead full-cycle recruiting: sourcing, screening, interviewing, selection, and offer management.
• Develop proactive pipelines for hard-to-fill agriculture roles (e.g., agronomists, plant operations, CDL/hazmat drivers, sales agronomy, precision ag).
• Use creative sourcing strategies including social media, industry networks, referral programs, and community partnerships.
• Manage campus and community outreach for seasonal and entry-level positions.
• Consult with hiring managers to define role expectations, competencies, and interview plans.
• Provide guidance on hiring decisions, market compensation, and workforce trends.
• Ensure consistent, equitable, and inclusive hiring practices.
• Deliver a transparent, timely, and positive experience for all candidates.
• Represent the company brand at job fairs, industry events, and community engagements.
• Lead continuous improvement in recruiting processes, tools, and KPIs.
• Build and manage recruiting metrics and dashboards.
• Mentor or lead recruiters and coordinators, if applicable.
• Partner with HR and business leadership to forecast talent needs.

Benefits

• Opportunity to shape and strengthen a growing workforce in the agriculture sector
• Mission-driven company focused on stewardship, innovation, and community
• 75% of health insurance premiums paid with options for medical, dental and vision plans
• A strong 401k employer match to assist in the planning for your retirement
• Time off to assist with a work life balance by giving you Responsible Time Off
• Other time off includes 8 paid holidays, volunteer time off and paternal leave
• Education Assistance Employee profit sharing incentive plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed