Field Manager - Othello

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.

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
• 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

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.

About McCain

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Leadership Principles

At McCain, our leadership principles guide how we engage with customers, collaborate as a team, and achieve success. We focus on understanding customer needs, driving innovation, empowering people, and taking ownership to clear obstacles and deliver results.

The McCain Experience

We are McCain. This statement is a testament to our collective strength and our individual value. Your contributions play a vital role in our success. Our winning culture is rooted in authenticity and trust, empowering us to bring out the best in one another. Here, you’ll find opportunities to learn, grow, and thrive.

Compensation Package

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

About The Benefits

• Health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription drug)
• Retail savings benefits
• Leave support including medical, family and bereavement
• Vacation and holidays
• Company-supported volunteering time
• Mental health resources

Additional Information

Hiring compensation will be determined based on experience, skill set, education and training, and other organizational needs. This posting is for an existing vacancy. McCain is an equal opportunity employer. As a global family-owned company, we strive to be the employer of choice in the diverse communities around the world in which we live and work. We recognize that inclusion drives our creativity, resilience, and success and makes our business stronger.