Job Description

Now Hiring: Business Development & Producer Relationship Manager
PIPESTONE | Supporting Midwest Farmers

Join a fast-growing team making a real impact in agriculture.

PIPESTONE is seeking a relationship-driven professional to help develop commercial agricultural projects while building strong, long-term partnerships with landowners. This role blends business development, crop consulting, and nutrient management—perfect for someone who thrives both in the field and in strategic conversations.

What You’ll Do

• Partner with prospective and existing landowners on commercial agricultural projects
• Support permitting for CAFO, water, and regulatory approvals for new and expanding sow farm projects
• Educate landowners on the long-term value of hog confinement nutrients
• Serve as the primary relationship manager from project development through ongoing operations
• Coordinate manure application logistics each spring and fall (fields, acres, applicators)
• Prepare and maintain nutrient management plans (NMPs) and compliance documentation
• Calculate manure application rates and communicate fertilizer value to growers
• Manage soil testing, fertility planning, and field history across multiple clients
• Provide best-practice guidance on manure handling, conservation, and sustainability
• Collaborate with internal project teams on land base assessments and mapping
• Deliver excellent customer service and clear communication across all partners

What We’re Looking For

• Degree in Agronomy, Crop & Soil Environmental Science, Ag Engineering, Animal Science, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Proven ability to build trust with farmers and landowners
• Knowledge of nutrient management, manure application, and environmental compliance (training provided as needed)
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage seasonal logistics
• Proficiency with MS Office and comfort learning mapping/recordkeeping tools

Work Environment

• Mix of office and field work with frequent landowner visits
• Seasonal intensity during spring and fall manure application
• Regional travel with ~2–3 overnights per month

Physical Requirements

• Comfortable working outdoors in varying conditions
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs and navigate farm/field environments
• Ability to drive to multiple sites and stand/sit for extended periods

Why PIPESTONE?

• Flexible work schedule available, following completion of onboarding and acclimation to company.
• Meaningful work that supports farmers and sustainability
• Opportunity to grow with a respected, Midwest-based ag leader

Make an impact. Support farmers. Drive sustainability.
Apply with PIPESTONE today!