Technical Agronomy Lead - Strategy, Tech & Growth

AgState; Cherokee (IA); Presencial; USD 110.000 - 160.000; Tempo integral

Benefícios oferecidos por esta vaga

401K Match

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Salary Continuation

Long Term Disability

Supplemental Insurance

Career Growth and Development

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Education Assistance

Employee Discounts

Paid Holidays

Clothing Allowance

Paid Time Off Accrual

Resumo da vaga

AgState in Northwest Iowa is seeking a Technical Agronomy Lead who will shape agronomy programs, advance precision agriculture, and guide digital initiatives. You will lead cross-functional teams across sales, operations, technology, and partnerships to deliver measurable results.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Agronomy and 10+ years in agronomy or tech-enabled services; 15+ years preferred. You will develop strategies, manage budgets, evaluate new technologies, and mentor staff while

Qualificações

• Bachelor's degree in Agronomy, Agricultural Business, Agricultural Technology, Precision Agriculture, or related field; an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered.
• At least 10 years of progressively responsible experience in agronomy, precision agriculture, agricultural technology, technical agronomy services, or related field.
• Fifteen or more years of relevant experience preferred.
• Our values ~ RISE: Respect- ~ Integrity ~ Safety ~ Excellence **

Responsabilidades

• Develop and execute strategic initiatives that advance AgState's agronomy business, strengthen service offerings, and support long-term organizational goals.
• Provide leadership and direction for agronomy programs, precision agriculture initiatives, digital platforms, and emerging agricultural technologies.
• Identify opportunities to improve agronomic services, enhance customer value, increase efficiency, and support profitable business growth.
• Lead, develop, and support teams while building collaboration across agronomy sales, operations, technology, and other business functions.
• Evaluate emerging technologies, industry trends, and innovative agricultural solutions to determine their potential value and application within AgState.
• Oversee the evaluation, implementation, and adoption of technology solutions that improve agronomic recommendations, customer service, and business performance.
• Establish measurable goals, performance indicators, and implementation plans to evaluate effectiveness of agronomy programs and services.
• Manage budgets, projects, and resources while evaluating technology investments and developing business cases to support strategic decisions.
• Analyze complex information, identify business opportunities and challenges, and provide recommendations to leadership.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with internal stakeholders, technology providers, industry partners, and other external organizations.
• Develop and deliver training, presentations, and communications that support the understanding and adoption of agronomy programs, services, and technologies.
• Ensure agronomy initiatives align with AgState's business objectives, operational priorities, and commitment to safety and customer service.
• Demonstrate and promote AgState's RISE values of Respect, Integrity, Safety, and Excellence in all leadership responsibilities.
• Demonstrated experience leading teams, programs, business functions, or significant cross-functional initiatives.
• Experience influencing stakeholders at multiple organizational levels and building effective working relationships across departments.
• Proven experience developing and implementing strategies, managing projects and budgets, and evaluating business opportunities.
• Experience evaluating, implementing, and driving adoption of technology solutions.
• Other duties as assigned.

Conhecimentos

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Agronomy expertise

Precision agriculture

Digital platforms

Stakeholder management

Team development

Formação

Bachelor's degree in Agronomy or related field

Descrição da vaga

AgState in Northwest Iowa is seeking a Technical Agronomy Lead who will shape agronomy programs, advance precision agriculture, and guide digital initiatives. You will lead cross-functional teams across sales, operations, technology, and partnerships to deliver measurable results.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Agronomy and 10+ years in agronomy or tech-enabled services; 15+ years preferred. You will develop strategies, manage budgets, evaluate new technologies, and mentor staff while