Crop Protection Program Manager

CNH Industrial Group; Fargo (ND); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 184,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Savings & Retirement benefits

Parental leave

Adoption assistance

Fertility & Family building support

Employee Assistance Programs

Charitable contribution matching and

Job summary

CNH Industrial is seeking a highly motivated Crop Protection Program Manager to lead the execution and delivery of next-generation Crop Protection products across our global portfolio. This role integrates Product Management, Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Commercial teams to ensure value delivery, on-time performance, and alignment with customer requirements.

You will manage cross-functional programs from concept to commercialization, drive risk management, and ensure launch

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, Business, Project Management, or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in product development, engineering, manufacturing, or agricultural equipment industries.
• 3+ years leading complex projects or programs with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead Crop Protection programs through CNH Global Product Development process from initiation through launch.
• Own and maintain the overall program plan, integrating cross-functional inputs into a comprehensive execution strategy.
• Drive achievement of program objectives related to quality, cost, timing, functionality, and customer value.
• Coordinate and align Product Management, Engineering, Manufacturing, Validation, Procurement, Commercial, and Customer Support teams to ensure successful delivery.
• Lead program reviews, readiness assessments, milestone tracking, and executive status reporting.
• Drive timely decision-making and facilitate resolution of technical, commercial, and operational challenges.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate program risks while developing recovery and contingency plans when required.
• Partner with Product Verification & Validation teams to ensure products meet reliability, performance, and customer requirements.
• Support business case development, investment planning, and portfolio reviews for future Crop Protection programs.
• Ensure launch readiness across manufacturing, service, parts, training, and commercial organizations.
• Manage multiple programs simultaneously while balancing priorities across portfolio commitments.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Influence

Project planning

Risk management

Budget management

Executive reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Category: Project Management

Job Type: Full Time

Working Mode: Hybrid

About Us

Innovation. Sustainability. Productivity. This is how we are Breaking New Ground in our mission to sustainably advance the noble work of farmers and builders everywhere. With a growing global population and increased demands on resources, our products are instrumental to feeding and sheltering the world.

From developing products that run on alternative power to productivity-enhancing precision tech, we are delivering solutions that benefit people – and they are possible thanks to people like you. If the opportunity to build your skills as part of a collaborative, global team excites you, you’re in the right place.

Grow a Career. Build a Future!

Be part of this company at the forefront of agriculture and construction, that passionately innovates to drive customer efficiency and success. And we know innovation can’t happen without collaboration. So, everything we do at CNH Industrial is about reaching new heights as one team, always delivering for the good of our customers.

Job Purpose

CNH is seeking a highly motivated Crop Protection Program Manager to lead the execution and delivery of next-generation Crop Protection products and technologies across our global portfolio. This role is responsible for driving cross-functional product development programs from concept through commercialization while ensuring delivery against customer requirements and business commitments for performance, quality, timing, cost, and functionality. The role will serve as the primary integrator across Product Management, Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Commercial, Quality, Validation, Finance, and Customer Support teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the execution of Crop Protection programs through the CNH Global Product Development (GPD) process from program initiation through launch.
• Own and maintain the overall program plan, integrating cross-functional inputs into a comprehensive execution strategy.
• Drive achievement of program objectives related to quality, cost, timing, functionality, and customer value.
• Coordinate and align Product Management, Engineering, Manufacturing, Validation, Procurement, Commercial, and Customer Support teams to ensure successful delivery.
• Lead program reviews, readiness assessments, milestone tracking, and executive status reporting.
• Drive timely decision-making and facilitate resolution of technical, commercial, and operational challenges.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate program risks while developing recovery and contingency plans when required.
• Partner with Product Verification & Validation teams to ensure products meet reliability, performance, and customer requirements.
• Support business case development, investment planning, and portfolio reviews for future Crop Protection programs.
• Ensure launch readiness across manufacturing, service, parts, training, and commercial organizations.
• Manage multiple programs simultaneously while balancing priorities across portfolio commitments.

Experience Required

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, Business, Project Management, or related field.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in product development, engineering, manufacturing, or agricultural equipment industries.
• Minimum 3 years of experience leading complex projects or programs with cross-functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Demonstrated ability to influence decision-making across multiple functions and levels of the organization.
• Experience with project planning, risk management, budget management, and executive reporting.

Pay Transparency

The annual salary for this role is USD $120,225.00 - $184,345.00 plus any applicable bonus (Actual salaries will vary and will be based on various factors, such as skill, experience and qualification for the role.)

For roles open across multiple locations, the salary range indicated refers to the primary location. If a different location is considered, the applicable salary range will be communicated to candidates prior to the first interview.

What We Offer

We offer dynamic career opportunities across an international landscape. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to delivering value for all our employees and fostering a culture of respect.

At CNH, we understand that the best solutions come from the diverse experiences and skills of our people. Here, you will be empowered to grow your career, to follow your passion, and help build a better future. To support our employees, we offer regional comprehensive benefits, including:

• Savings & Retirement benefits
• Parental leave
• Adoption assistance
• Fertility & Family building support
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Charitable contribution matching and Volunteer Time Off

Click here to learn more about our benefits offerings! (US only)

US applicants: CNH Industrial is an equal opportunity employer. This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Applicants can view more about their rights by viewing the federal "Know Your Rights" poster here. CNH Industrial participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. You can view additional information here.

Canada applicants: CNH Industrial is an equal opportunity employer. This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationality, place of origin, disability, marital status, family status, age, or any other ground prohibited by applicable provincial human rights legislation.

Join us at the forefront of precision technology, driverless solutions, electrification, and alternative fuels. Be part of a team that makes a difference with their innovative thinking and inspired creativity.

CNH Industrial (NYSE: CNH) is a world-class equipment, technology and services company. The Company operates commercially through its brand portfolio which includes Case IH, New Holland, CASE and New Holland Construction Equipment.

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