What are the responsibilities and job description for the Precision Agriculture Manager position at Heritage Cooperative?
Heritage Cooperative is always looking for friendly, outgoing, customer-service driven employees. Our people are our greatest asset, and we are constantly thinking outside of the box for new ways to make working at Heritage Cooperative attractive to our current and prospective employees. If you see yourself as a future Crop Advantage Manager with Heritage Cooperative, apply TODAY at www.heritagecooperative.com/Careers!
QUALIFICATIONS/JOB FUNCTIONS
- Lead Heritage Cooperative’s precision agriculture strategy, service delivery, and execution across all agronomy locations
- Partner with Agronomy Sales and Operations leadership to align precision efforts with customer and operational needs
- Own the execution and advancement of the Crop Advantage program, ensuring it is positioned as a core value‑added platform for growth and retention
- Lead execution of Heritage Cooperative’s research Plot strategy
- Establish training and development protocols to ensure internal teams understand how to access, interpret, and use data to support field level decision-making
- Increase customer and acreage enrollment along with utilization of precision ag services
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Agronomy, Agribusiness, Precision Agriculture, or another related field or 5 years of successful agronomy, precision agriculture, or management related experience
- Valid Driver License, with acceptable driving record
- Outstanding organizational and time-management skills
- Strong working knowledge of agronomic data systems, variable‑rate technologies, and precision ag tools
- Demonstrated ability to translate agronomic data into actionable, field‑level recommendations
- Experience supporting growers and agronomy sales teams in agronomic decisions
- Strong communication skills with ability to educate, influence, and drive adoption
- Proven ability to lead teams, execute strategy, and drive accountability
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Deep knowledge and understanding of the retail agronomy industry
- Experience leading a precision agronomy or value‑added services program
- Certified Crop Advisor
- Experience managing or supporting equipment‑based precision systems
- Inspire trust with ability to create customer relationships and brand loyalty
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Frequently required to stand and/or walk for extended periods of time
- Frequently required to lift heavy objects no more than 50 pounds
- Occasionally required to crawl, stoop, kneel, climb, or balance
WHY HERITAGE?
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance
Company Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
Paid Holidays, Sick, and Vacation Time
401k with Company Match after 6 months
Farm Bureau Membership
Profit Sharing
Questions? Contact recruiter@heritagecooperative.com
DISCLAIMER
The job description is not intended to cover or describe all tasks, duties and responsibilities the employee may be required to be asked to perform. Heritage Cooperative retains the right to change or add new tasks, duties and responsibilities at any time, with or without notice to the employee.
WORK AUTHORIZATION
Evidence of work authorization upon employment is required in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. Completion of USCIS form I-9 will be required in order to verify employment eligibility within 3 business days of the first day of employment.
AAP/EEO STATEMENT
Heritage Cooperative provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Heritage Cooperative complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Heritage Cooperative expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Heritage Cooperative’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including termination. #INDSP