Crop Manager

Overview

Position Function Summary
The Crop Manager supports the Chief Operations Officer (COO) by providing leadership and guidance to the employees and producing quality crops in the assigned area (corn, potatoes, alfalfa, small grains, etc.), to maximize yields, and operate within the budget provided. The Crop Manager directs and coordinates worker activities, such as planting, irrigation, chemical application, harvesting, grading, payroll, and recordkeeping. Coordinates growing and harvesting activities with other related departments.

Analyzes market conditions to determine acreage allocations, and records information, such as production, farm management practices, and parent stock, and prepares financial and operational reports.

Essential Functions, Duties, and Responsibilities — The following statements are essential functions of this position and not intended to be all-inclusive; they are intended to describe the general nature and level of work to be performed. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the incumbent, and an employee may be directed to perform other reasonably related duties.

NAPI reserves the right to revise or change the job duties and responsibilities as the need arises, based on business need, and this position description may be updated accordingly. This position description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

• Maintains and complies with total quality controls according to USDA and/or other applicable standards relating to inspection, grading, sorting, handling, and shipments that ensure NAPI's concerns on food safety.
• Develops and implements production schedules.
• Develops, implements, and maintains a departmental budget.
• Follows budgetary guidelines approved by the Chief Operating Officer.
• Presents budget and crop reports in a professional manner to the Board of Directors as requested by the Chief Operating Officer.
• Negotiates the most cost effective prices for budgetary items to maximize profit margins.
• Negotiates contract agreements before final approval by Chief Operating Officer.
• Understands and interprets crop summaries and financial crop reports, makes adjustments in a timely manner to remain fiscally sound.
• Utilizes ATRL recommendations for fertilizer and chemical additives for increased yields.
• Directs, supervises, trains, and plans work schedules for employees to assure effective and efficient use of human resources while maximizing crop performance and yields.
• Plans and provides resources to staff for effective operations.
• Develops, implements, and maintains preventative maintenance schedules on equipment to minimize downtime.
• Directs and supervises field operations to maximize crop performance and minimize downtime.
• Directs and supervises plant operations to maximize production and minimize downtime.
• Reviews, troubleshoots, and adjusts field operations immediately to maximize productivity.
• Works collaboratively with consultant to assure effective and efficient operations and maximize crop production.
• Markets crop production to maximize profit margins and promote "Navajo Pride".
• Professionally represents NAPI at various conferences and meetings, provides information back to Chief Operations Officer in a timely manner.
• Communicates effectively with Chief Operations Officer to assure goals and objectives are being met.
• Communicates effectively in writing and able to make presentations professionally.

• Manages and supervises the work unit in keeping with applicable laws and regulations; and NAPI’s policies, guidelines, and Navajo affirmative action policies.
• Leads, directs and supervises reporting personnel including work procedures, workloads and work schedules by directing the workflow in such a manner as to promote productive efficiency of employees.
• Identifies the developmental needs of employees in department and coaches, mentors, trains, or otherwise helps others to improve their knowledge or skills.
• Manages performance of assigned direct reports and others in the work unit; conducts employee performance reviews for assigned…