Sustainability Data Steward

DescriptionCSS Farms is a multi-state agricultural business with a mission of Growing Great Together. We achieve our vision by leading the way in stewardship and solutions for every field, every load, every day. We take great pride in doing the job right and believe our best work is achieved when we work together. Farming is our way of life, we have a deep passion for the land, our families, and our communities. Our legacy is rooted in solving hard problems and tackling new business ventures.Summary At CSS Farms, whats just as imperative to us as growing a quality potato product, is our role in following sustainable practices that are beneficial to, and considerate of, the environment. We play a significant role in preserving the future of agriculture for decades to come its important to us at CSS Farms, and to the customers we serve. As such, we are looking to add a Sustainability Data Steward to our team that will help tell our sustainability story gathering input, summarizing data, and providing quality information directly to our external stakeholders.The Sustainability Data Steward will be a critical liaison between our internal Agronomy, Sales, and Data teams, and help deliver high-quality results to our customers. This individual will have a passion for customer service, mining accurate data, and using that data to derive meaningful insights and tell a meaningful story. This role reports to our Director of Ag Innovation and Sustainability and ideally will be based out of our Shared Services office in Kearney, Nebraska.Learn more about our sustainability initiatives at CSS Farms and where you could make a difference as our Sustainability Data Steward.Key Responsibilities The primary responsibility of the Sustainability Data Steward will be to gather, analyze and approve data for accuracy to ensure we deliver complete, comprehensive and consistent information to our customers.In relation to the above, this individual will: Collaborate extensively with internal CSS Farms teams (Agronomy, Sales, IT, farms) and external customers regarding the data surrounding our sustainability practices Represent CSS Farms through frequent external customer interactions, embodying our core values and acting with professionalism, business savvy and a customer focused mindset Navigate customer data requests by evaluating current state, identifying need and leading execution of internal process to satisfy request Prepare a monthly review and analysis of agronomic & sustainability data captured through the crop life cycle to ensure accuracy of data submissions Develop a sign off process for data input & output at farm level Use agronomic & farm knowledge to identify possible data errors or discrepancies Develop working knowledge for our customer data requirements and ensure timely submission ahead of deadlines Develop working relationships with critical stakeholders at each farm (agronomists, farm managers, operations, and admin staff) Interact regularly with Director of Ag Innovation & Sustainability to ensure that CSS Farms is hitting the mark in terms of customer deliverables and sustainability practices Maintain a thorough understanding of CSS Farms key customers contract volumes and Sustainability/Regen Ag goals that are connected to our doing business with them Demonstrate strong collaboration skills through frequent interaction and partnership with Sales & Marketing and Data/IT teams Develop mastery in capability of using CSS Farms data systems Work with finance team to acquire and develop reports that support processes for ensuring data quality across all entities (Agronomy, Sales, and Data) are consistent and accurate. Find ways to automate data quality checks. Identify and implement solutions surrounding sustainability data needs that will come with ongoing mastery of our sustainability practices and ongoing future customer needs Be open to eventual evolution of role scope and responsibilities as CSS Farms sustainability data practices become more streamlined and data project needs internally evolveDesired Qualifications Bachelors Degree in Business Administration, Data Analytics, Agronomy, or related field Strong project management skills ability to successfully facilitate end to end execution of a project from ideation to final delivery Natural inquisitiveness and desire to dig deeper into data and information to derive insights, ensure accuracy, and create quality output Comfortable and willingness in building relationships with critical internal and external stakeholders in order to gather information, understand new processes, challenge accuracy of data to deliver exceptional end product Advanced skills using Microsoft Excel to maintain and manipulate data, derive insights, audit for quality and accuracy Strong proficiency in other Microsoft and technology programs, with ability and willingness to quickly learn and master new programs as needed in the role Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy while managing competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Strong customer service skillset, with emphasis on the ability and willingness to anticipate needs and drive for action and solutions Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, including the ability to present information in a competent, efficient manner to leadership and external stakeholders Ability to comprehend, read, write, and communicate proficiently in English. Ability to travel up to 20% of work time, or more as needed dependent on project status and needs, with additional flexibility in schedule for routine company meetings and events.Work Authorization In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.Benefits Competitive compensation package commensurate with experience. Healthcare, Dental and Vision coverage as outlined in the company benefits overview. Flex spending account for out-of-pocket medical expenses. 401(k) plan with company-matching opportunities. Short Term Disability Insurance, Long Term Disability Insurance, and Life Insurance. AAP/EEO Statement CSS Farms provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, CSS Farms complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.CSS Farms expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.