Agreliant Genetics, Llc

Sr Research Superstation Manager

Agreliant Genetics, Llc • $95K — $115K *
Gibbon, NE 68840In-Person
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5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in agronomy or related field.
  • 5+ years in corn and soybean research management or 10+ years in relevant industry.
  • Proven leadership in managing research operations and teams.
  • Expertise in field data collection, analysis, and reporting.
  • Experience with data visualization tools like Tableau or Spotfire.
  • Strong analytical skills and ability to manage large datasets.
  • Commitment to workplace safety and ability to instill safe practices.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage corn and soybean Operations & Testing teams.
  • Standardize protocols and methodologies for alignment with objectives.
  • Ensure timely execution of field activities and provide updates.
  • Design benchmarking strategies for performance monitoring.
  • Develop strategies for research equipment utilization and safety.
  • Promote collaboration among station managers and research associates.
  • Manage operational and capital budgets to meet objectives.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive professional development opportunities.
  • Culture of safety and continuous improvement.
  • Supportive team environment fostering collaboration.
  • Access to advanced technologies and innovative practices.
Full Job Description
Job Summary:

Responsible for all aspects of our corn and soybean operational activities at a designated research site. This role drives innovation by implementing advanced field processes and technologies, while fostering a culture of safety, continuous improvement, operational excellence, and professional development. The Senior Research Superstation Manager plays a key role in developing team capabilities to support broader organizational goals within the Research division.

Duties/Responsibilities:

  • Lead and manage GDM's corn and soybean Operations & Testing teams at assigned sites.
  • Champion the standardization of protocols, methodologies, and best practices to ensure alignment with departmental and organizational objectives.
  • Ensure timely and accurate execution of all field activities, providing regular updates to internal stakeholders.
  • Design and implement benchmarking strategies to monitor performance and drive continuous improvement.
  • Develop and support a comprehensive strategy for research equipment utilization and safety.
  • Promote collaboration and team cohesion among station managers and research associates.
  • Manage operational (OPEX) and capital (CAPEX) budgets or allocated resources to achieve site and regional objectives.
  • Champion the GDM Mission, Vision, Values in Breeding Operations and Research organizations.
  • Recruit, hire, onboard, and develop team members to build a high-performing workforce.
  • Ensures adherence to all personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements and safety protocols.
  • Other duties as assigned


Required Skills/Abilities:

  • Deep understanding of corn and soybean operations, with a proven ability to identify and resolve complex issues.
  • Strong leadership and team development skills to build high-performing teams.
  • Foster a culture of innovation, agility, and continuous improvement to meet targets within budget and on schedule.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and influencing skills.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams to drive alignment and achieve shared goals.
  • Demonstrated ability to drive innovation, agility, and continuous improvement.
  • Proficient in managing multiple projects and priorities in a dynamic environment.
  • Strong analytical skills with experience in managing large datasets and using data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Spotfire).
  • Ability to hold team members accountable while fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment.
  • Strong commitment to workplace safety, with the ability to lead by example and instill safe work practices across teams.
  • Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)


Education and Experience:

  • Bachelor's degree in agronomy or a related field
  • Minimum of five (5) years of experience in corn and soybean research management, or 10+ years of relevant industry experience.
  • Demonstrated experience in leading teams and managing research operations.
  • Proven expertise in field data collection, analysis, and reporting.
  • Significant experience in field data collection, analysis, and data visualization tools (Tableau, Spotfire).


Supervisory Responsibilities:

  • Supervise and oversee performance Research Associates and seasonal workers.
  • Recruits, interviews, hires, and trains new employees.
  • Oversees the daily workflow of the department.
  • Provides constructive and timely performance evaluations.
  • Handles discipline and termination of employees in accordance with company policy.


Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to lift up to 65 lbs
  • Ability to travel up to 50%
  • Must have valid driver's license and meet MVR Requirements

About Agreliant Genetics, Llc

AgReliant Genetics is a seed company that produces and markets corn, soybean, and alfalfa seed to farmers. The company was formed in 2000 as a joint venture between two of the largest independent seed companies in the United States, AgriGold Hybrids and Great Lakes Hybrids. AgReliant Genetics is headquartered in Westfield, Indiana, and has research facilities in Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Minnesota, Ohio, and Puerto Rico. The company sells seed through a network of independent dealers and distributors in the United States and Canada.
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500 employees
Industry
Real Estate & Construction
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