Senior Manager, Agri Research & Tech Innovations

DOLE ASIA COMPANY, LIMITED; Polomolok; On-site; PHP 1,000,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

DOLE ASIA COMPANY, LIMITED is seeking a senior leader to provide strategic direction for Agri Research, Innovations, and Technical Services in support of sustainable and cost-effective agricultural operations. The role focuses on translating science into practical, scalable improvements across production operations.

The candidate will oversee research programs, technical services, field surveys, and best practices, with relocation to Polomolok, South Cotabato for a full-time onsite arrangement.

Qualifications

• Doctorate degree in Agriculture or related agricultural science is preferred.
• At least five years of progressive experience in agricultural research and development, technical services, crop production, or related agricultural operations.
• Experience in pineapple production, high‑value crop production, plantation agriculture, or large‑scale field operations is highly preferred.
• Proven experience in leading research programs, technical teams, innovation projects, and cross‑functional agricultural initiatives.
• Strong knowledge of GAP, soil fertility, plant nutrition, pest management, experimental design, data analysis, regulatory compliance, and project management.

Responsibilities

• Develops and communicates short-term and long-term research, innovation, and technical service priorities aligned with the company’s strategic direction, operational needs, sustainability goals, and Dole Promise.
• Reviews, evaluates, and approves research proposals, progress reports, terminal reports, and technical findings to ensure scientific integrity, operational relevance, and clear business value.
• Leads and coordinates the preparation and implementation of research action plans, including project design, resource planning, field execution, monitoring, documentation, and completion.
• Oversees technical services and field survey activities that support production operations, diagnose field conditions, and guide decision-making.
• Leads updating, monitoring, and continuous improvement of agricultural practices and ensures compliance with company, industry, and government standards.
• Identifies, plans, and monitors resource requirements necessary to support R&D, Agri Technical Services, Field and Fruit Quality Assurance activities, and related technical programs.
• Leads programs related to plant variety evaluation, varietal improvement, and assessment of new technologies that may enhance productivity, fruit quality, resilience, and long-term competitiveness.
• Builds the capability of research, innovation, and technical service teams while ensuring that scientific standards, research protocols, documentation, and governance practices are consistently applied.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Education

Doctorate degree in Agriculture or related agricultural science

Master’s degree in Agriculture or related field

Job description

DOLE ASIA COMPANY, LIMITED is seeking a senior leader to provide strategic direction for Agri Research, Innovations, and Technical Services in support of sustainable and cost-effective agricultural operations. The role focuses on translating science into practical, scalable improvements across production operations.

The candidate will oversee research programs, technical services, field surveys, and best practices, with relocation to Polomolok, South Cotabato for a full-time onsite arrangement.