ABOUT POET

At POET, it is our mission to be good stewards of the Earth by converting renewable resources to energy and other valuable goods as effectively as humanly possible. For over thirty years our drive and passion to change the world has enabled us to become the largest producer and marketer of bioethanol and leader in bio-based products in the world. Beyond our world-class culture, POET team members enjoy competitive pay and benefits including;

• Attractive Relocation Assistance and Bonus Programs for qualifying positions and/or locations
• Competitive pay, including shift premium pay for qualifying positions
• Quarterly Profit-Sharing Bonuses, and Bi-Annual Incentive Bonuses
• Individual and family plans for health, dental, & vision insurance, including a generous employer Health Savings Account contribution
• Paid Parental Leave
• A multifaceted wellness program encompassing the whole person – mentally, physically, and spiritually
• Onsite fitness centers or fitness reimbursements
• 401K with company match
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Excellent work-life balance with a 'family-first' culture
• Safety and cold weather gear reimbursements
• Discounted home and auto insurance

JOB SUMMARY

As Agronomy Program Manager you will work directly with Strategic Development and POET Grain. Your primary responsibility will be to orchestrate an effort each planting, growing and harvest season, leading custom harvesters to plant, collect, and deliver high-quality, renewable, biomass feedstock to fuel Project Freedom at POET Bioprocessing’s Emmetsburg, IA location. Additional responsibilities will include the development of external relationships, contractual execution within the supply chain, optimization and development of biomass collection, storage, and transport methods. As Agronomy Program Manager, you will also work with Marketing, Communications, POET Grain, and POET Research to support and develop sustainable agricultural practices associated with biomass collection.

DURING A TYPICAL DAY

• Conduct biomass inventory forecast
• Lead communication with 3rd party supply chain contractors
• Support test plot execution and management
• Perform planting and harvest season logistics planning that aligns with corporate objectives
• Consistently analyze, optimize, troubleshoot, and remove roadblocks
• Improve biomass supply chain methods

STRENGTHS OF A SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE

• Bachelor’s degree in agricultural services, agricultural business, agricultural science, agricultural systems, or engineering and/or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• 2-year degree within an agricultural and/or business-related curriculum is preferred
• 3 or more years of agricultural experience with a demonstrated record of success
• You have engineering, farming, agronomy, and agricultural machine-related knowledge and/or experience
• You are passionate about improving farming practices to better the earth’s climate
• You can work and execute initiatives with little oversight
• You can lead groups of custom harvesters to deliver for POET
• You know the basic Microsoft Office Suite and are capable of learning new programs
• You can build complicated spreadsheets and models of logistics
• You can build timelines and work plans
• You like meeting and helping people and are patient and determined
• You can orchestrate a large and efficient effort
• You desire to develop efficient and innovative ways to collect biomass
• You are comfortable communicating with people with varying backgrounds
• You communicate clearly and effectively both in written and verbal
• You can make and deliver presentations effectively to varying audience
• You strive to understand the “big picture” but can organize and execute details
• You are a learner, not afraid of taking on new tasks and stretching yourself
• Effectively manage the team by recruiting, selecting, orienting, and training team members. Leadership responsibilities also include delegating, coaching, managing performance, and career development to effectively execute departmental strategies and support company objectives.

GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES WITHIN POET

At POET we believe in developing our team members to their highest potential and recognizing contributions that add value to the organization. Each new team member’s position and compensation are carefully determined by considering their unique qualifications and skillset.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Culture is king at POET. We are all on the same team. We always communicate. We park our egos at the door. These aren’t just slogans on the walls, it’s who we are.
• Local sporadic travel up to 25% including travel to POET’s headquarters in Sioux Falls, SD approximately four times annually.
• The job requires some physical effort walking through agricultural fields and meeting people on the farm or at POET’s biomass storage sites. You may be on your feet for long hours during events or field studies.
• We work hard. We play hard. We expect you to maintain a healthy work-life balance. The work effort may need to be high during times of critical timing and importance to execute. We expect you to manage the work cycle demands and take care of yourself and your family.

POET is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). POET complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding hiring and employment. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Relocation assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 3 years

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

Application Question(s):

• Are you 18 years of age or older?
• Can you, upon employment, provide documented proof of your identity and eligibility to work in the United States?
• Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B, TN, etc.)?
• Have you completed a high school diploma or GED equivalent?
• Will you be able to reliably commute or relocate to Emmetsburg, IA 50536 for this job?

Work Location: One location

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