Farm Mgr, Innovation

 

Nutrien is a leading provider of crop inputs and services, and our business results make a positive impact on the world. Our purpose, Feeding the Future, is the reason we come to work each day. We’re guided by our culture of care and our core values: We put safety first. We act with integrity. We are stronger together. We deliver with excellence.

 

Through the collective expertise of our nearly 26,000 employees, we operate a world-class network of production, distribution, and ag retail facilities. We efficiently serve growers' needs and strive to provide a more profitable, sustainable, and secure future for all stakeholders.  Help us raise the expectation of what an agriculture company can be and grow your career with Nutrien.  

 

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.

 

What You'll Do:

 

• 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

What You'll Bring:

 

Required Education and Experience:

 

• 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

 

Preferred Education and Experience:

 

• 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)

 

Required Skills:

 

Knowledge (theoretical or practical understanding of a subject)

• 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

Skills (proficiencies developed through training or experience)

• Execute and maintain agronomic and whole-acre demonstrations
• Document insights and collaborate with Innovation Farm teams to share knowledge and techniques

Abilities (qualities of being able to do something)

• 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

 

Compensation & Benefits: 

 

The salary range for this role, Champaign, IL, is bet