Field Manager

📋 Description

• Collaborate closely with a specific group of contract pork producers to assist in identifying and resolving issues while providing solutions to enhance production.

• Support customer relationship management and ensure proper documentation of on-farm reports.

• Work in conjunction with your Business Manager to develop solutions and make decisions that will influence your area and the profitability of your business unit.

• Assist producers in discovering the most effective methods for maximizing farm production through site visits, producer meetings, and sharing information.

• Oversee 20-25 producer sites, which encompass 50,000-100,000 pig spaces.

• Help manage producer relationships and support contract renewal processes.

• Typically, a field manager's area involves managing approximately 5-10 million dollars worth of pig inventory.

⛳️ Requirements

• Willingness to relocate to the Southeast Iowa Region or be within driving distance of the farms.

• A BS/BA degree in Agriculture or a related field with 3 years of swine experience, OR, if lacking a BS/BA degree in Agriculture, 5 years of experience in a leadership role within live swine.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

• 80% day travel is required, with occasional overnight travel.

• Ability to motivate and inspire individuals to reach high goals.

• Possession of problem-solving techniques.

• Demonstrated understanding of overall business strategy and operations.

• Proficient in spreadsheet, database, and word processing software.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Excellent organizational and communication abilities.

• A valid driver’s license is required.

• Physical capability to bend, push, pull, twist, and lift approximately 60+ lbs.

• A maintained vehicle that is 6 years or newer for regular weekly travel to facilities.

• Candidates must be able to communicate and write in English.

🏝️ Benefits

• Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage commence after 60 days of employment.

• Paid Time Off includes sick leave, vacation, and 6 company-observed holidays.

• 401(k) plan offers company matching after the first year of service, following the company vesting schedule.

• Better Futures Program provides access to online classes or covers tuition for 2-Year Community College for you or your dependents.

• Leadership Fundamentals Training Program presents opportunities for career advancement through leadership training.

• Incentive Pay: This role is eligible to participate in the company’s annual bonus plan, with the bonus amount varying based on standard terms and conditions of the incentive program.

• Travel involves frequent trips to farms in Southeast Iowa.