Associate Research Manager

Denver, CO - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 70000 - 80000

Posted on: 2 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Potatoes USA the nations official potato marketing and research organization is searching for a full-time Associate Research Manager to join our team in downtown Denver. As representatives of U.S. potato growers and importers our mission is simple: to strengthen the demand for potatoes. But not just a few specific types. No we work day in and day out to fuel demand for ALL forms and types of potatoes: fresh table stock chipping frozen dehydrated seed potatoes pretty much every potato you can think of (except for the sweet ones).

The primary responsibility of the Associate Research Manager is to assist the Research and Marketing Departments with the communication maintenance and deployment of the production and industry research conducted for the benefit of the U.S. potato industry. The Research Programs Manager works closely with Production Research and Marketing leadership data providers external researchers and industry stakeholders ensuring the availability accuracy and usefulness of potato industry data.

This position requires an ability to work with various stakeholders as well as excellent project management and communication skills. The work schedule is M-Th 8:00am-5:00pm and Friday 8:00am 1:30pm with an opportunity to work remotely Wednesdays and Fridays.

Specific Duties Include:

Assist the research and marketing departments in the planning development facilitation analysis maintenance and deployment of production and market research
Directly contributes to and helps manage the creation of research reports and presentations and disseminates information through various channels
Work closely with the Meetings and Events Manager with scheduling coordination and facilitation of various meetings following up on action items as necessary
Writes reports and other communications collects interprets and analyzes data and makes actionable recommendations to support the potato industry
Communicate research insights to the U.S. potato industry through presentations articles and newsletters
Oversee seed variety research both internationally and domestically
Supports the research and marketing departments with relevant timely and accurate reporting to program stakeholders
Ensures the accurate and prompt collection of data generated in variety development programs
Coordinates variety development programs; maintains regular and accurate communication with trial coordinators facility managers shipping companies nutrition laboratories and others
Research potato marketing opportunities analyzing and reporting insights
Assists and corresponds with clients customers and vendors consistent with the mission and vision of Potatoes USA
Attend quarterly conferences to present research and development programs to stakeholder networks on behalf of Potatoes USA

Experience Capabilities and Skills:

Bachelors Degree required advance degree preferred with a minimum of three years professional experience; Agriculture experience/background highly desired
Academic and practical experience with a wide array of agricultural data reporting and research methodologies
Ability to interpret and communicate technical information both verbally and in writing
Strong analytics skills with experience in statistical analysis
Proficiency with Excel PowerPoint and Microsoft Office Applications.
Strong attention to detail organizational and follow-up skills
Must be a collaborative team player with a problem-solving mentality
Quarterly travel within the US to attend conferences on behalf of Potatoes USA is required

What were offering:

Competitive starting salary $70000-$80000
A full benefits package including a fully-funded HSA generous 401(k) company match paid time off 11 holidays and company funded wellness savings account.
A great company culture autonomy to get the work done and flexibility on how projects get accomplished.
An opportunity to partner with a team of growth minded individuals committed to helping others succeed and meet their goals.
Open and collaborative environment: join the eco-conscious or book clubs and enjoy snacks perks and early closure on Fridays. Parking is included.
$200 clothing stipend to get branded Potatoes USA gear.

Equal Employment Opportunity: Potatoes USA provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race color religion gender sexual orientation gender identity or expression national origin age disability genetic information marital status amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal state and local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including but not limited to hiring placement promotion termination layoff recall transfer leaves of absence compensation and training.

Potatoes USA the nations official potato marketing and research organization is searching for a full-time Associate Research Manager to join our team in downtown Denver. As representatives of U.S. potato growers and importers our mission is simple: to strengthen the demand for potatoes. But not just...

Specific Duties Include:

Assist the research and marketing departments in the planning development facilitation analysis maintenance and deployment of production and market research
Directly contributes to and helps manage the creation of research reports and presentations and disseminates information through various channels
Work closely with the Meetings and Events Manager with scheduling coordination and facilitation of various meetings following up on action items as necessary
Writes reports and other communications collects interprets and analyzes data and makes actionable recommendations to support the potato industry
Communicate research insights to the U.S. potato industry through presentations articles and newsletters
Oversee seed variety research both internationally and domestically
Supports the research and marketing departments with relevant timely and accurate reporting to program stakeholders
Ensures the accurate and prompt collection of data generated in variety development programs
Coordinates variety development programs; maintains regular and accurate communication with trial coordinators facility managers shipping companies nutrition laboratories and others
Research potato marketing opportunities analyzing and reporting insights
Assists and corresponds with clients customers and vendors consistent with the mission and vision of Potatoes USA
Attend quarterly conferences to present research and development programs to stakeholder networks on behalf of Potatoes USA

Experience Capabilities and Skills:

Bachelors Degree required advance degree preferred with a minimum of three years professional experience; Agriculture experience/background highly desired
Academic and practical experience with a wide array of agricultural data reporting and research methodologies
Ability to interpret and communicate technical information both verbally and in writing
Strong analytics skills with experience in statistical analysis
Proficiency with Excel PowerPoint and Microsoft Office Applications.
Strong attention to detail organizational and follow-up skills
Must be a collaborative team player with a problem-solving mentality
Quarterly travel within the US to attend conferences on behalf of Potatoes USA is required

What were offering:

Competitive starting salary $70000-$80000
A full benefits package including a fully-funded HSA generous 401(k) company match paid time off 11 holidays and company funded wellness savings account.
A great company culture autonomy to get the work done and flexibility on how projects get accomplished.
An opportunity to partner with a team of growth minded individuals committed to helping others succeed and meet their goals.
Open and collaborative environment: join the eco-conscious or book clubs and enjoy snacks perks and early closure on Fridays. Parking is included.
$200 clothing stipend to get branded Potatoes USA gear.