Position Title: Field Manager - Othello

Position Type: Regular - Full-Time

Requisition ID: 43220

About the role.

The Field Department Manager is responsible for leading all aspects of potato agricultural operations and supply activities at the Othello, Washington, plant site. This role drives regional agricultural strategy by building strong partnerships with growers, ensuring a reliable and high-quality raw material supply, and supporting McCain's growth objectives. The Field Department Manager also plays a key leadership role in advancing digital transformation initiatives and fostering a high-performing, inclusive team culture.

This role will remain open to applicants through July 10th.

What you'll be doing.

• Lead and promote world-class safety programs through regional best practices
• Build and strengthen grower relationships to expand potato supply across the region
• Partner with Potato Supply Management on market intelligence, risk assessment, and raw material planning
• Ensure daily raw material supply aligns with operational requirements at plant sites
• Manage, develop, and lead the local field department team
• Establish and sustain a grower base capable of meeting short- and long-term supply needs
• Develop and execute annual cost savings and contracting strategies using production cost models
• Support new variety development initiatives to optimize potato quality and improve yields
• Manage fiscal year departmental budgets and resource allocation
• Drive initiatives that enhance raw material value, operational efficiency, and product quality

What you'll need to be successful.

• Bachelor's degree required
• Minimum of 7 years' relevant experience in agriculture, manufacturing, and/or quality
• Experience developing and managing grower partnerships in a growth-focused market
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to build cross-functional relationships
• Solid commercial awareness and business acumen
• Effective negotiation and relationship management capabilities
• Willingness and ability to travel locally and across North America as needed

About the team.

Reporting to the Director of Agriculture (West), this role leads a team of Field Representatives and collaborates closely with cross-functional partners, including Potato Supply Management and Ag Strategy. The team is focused on delivering sustainable agricultural growth, optimizing supply, and supporting innovation across the region.

Compensation Package : $97,500.00 - $130,000.00 . USD annually + Bonus eligibility

The above reflects the target compensation range for the position at the time of posting. Hiring compensation will be determined based on experience, skill set, education and training, and other organizational needs. This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Benefits: At McCain, we're on a mission to create a winning culture that puts employee safety and well-being at the heart of what we do, every day. We understand and appreciate that each person's needs are unique and ensure our benefits & well-being programs reflect that. Employees are eligible for the following benefits: health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription drug), retirement savings benefits, and leave support including medical, family and bereavement. Well-being programs include vacation and holidays, company-supported volunteering time, and mental health resources. Coverages are aligned with applicable law and can vary by work level, location, and nature of the role. Additional benefit detail available during the application process.

Your well-being matters to us, and we're here to provide you with the necessary resources to support you in being your best self at work - and at home.

Job Family: Agriculture
Location(s): US - United States of America : Washington : Othello

Company: McCain Foods USA, Inc.