Leaf Agronomy Sustainability Manager **Location** North Carolina **Role Type** Permanent **WHO WE ARE** ITG Brands is the third-largest tobacco company in the USA with offerings of some of the most well-known cigarette, cigar, and e-vapor brands. As a member of the globally recognized Imperial Brands PLC family, we are a forward-thinking partner with operational integrity. ITG Brands is committed to putting consumers at the center of what we do, while creating an innovative workplace that is diverse and inclusive. This empowers us to bring our true selves to work, to collaborate more effectively through showing our passion and being confident to bring new ideas to the table. We are not afraid to seize opportunities and make things happen – both individually and collaboratively. We strive to exceed expectations by seeing things differently and doing things differently. This truly is a place where we all share a challenger mindset which drives our success. **What You Will Do** - JOB SUMMARY Develop, plan, and execute sustainability and agronomic strategies related to leaf material supply and manages suppliers within the Americas region for the Company and Global FMC, OTP and cigar products and requirements. Primary point of contact for leaf suppliers in the Americas, processing due diligence requirements with American leaf suppliers and managing the Americas project delivery that supports the farmer livelihoods and welfare ambition. - WHAT YOU WILL DO _(This list is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary by the Company)_ + Determine program requirements and third party contracted service requirements and evaluate Supplier Performance to Sustainable Tobacco Program (STP) for Leaf Suppliers. Manage and engage with suppliers to determine corrective actions to meet continuous improvement goals and minimum program requirements. Train suppliers, co-workers, and staff to requirements of STP program. + Conduct due diligence reporting requirements on the Leaf Compliance and Reporting E Tool and follow up verifications + Collaborate with Group ESG on reporting requirements and the collation these requirements. Project planning and management of Americas leaf partnership projects that contribute to the farmer livelihoods and welfare ambition. + Regional Responsibility for Americas Sustainability- regular co-ordination with suppliers and facilitation of Subject Matter Expert conversations and follow ups + Develop, lead, and manage agronomic and leaf partnership projects in the Americas to support sustainable materials, processing, production, development, and goals. + Monitor and analyse data for Crop Protection Agent (CPA) compliance for Leaf purchases in the Americas based on Company and Global standards. Manage and partner with suppliers to determine corrective actions to meet continuous improvement goals and minimum requirements for CPA residue compliance. + Representative Company on various Agronomic Industry Committees such as Tobacco Variety Evaluation, Pesticide Evaluation and Research. + Responsible for compiling and disseminating 5real-time information to Leaf purchasing and other stakeholders related to crop production progress in all Leaf production markets and for all tobacco types in the Americas. + Perform other job-related duties as assigned. **Qualifications** - REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education and Experience: + Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture or Agronomy Science/Agricultural Engineering with 5+ years ofAgricultural/Agronomywork experience + Certified Crop Advisor, certification for commercial application of agrichemicals, or similar certification + Must be 21 years of age or older Knowledge of: + Commercial Agricultural Crop Production + Agronomic Research + Intermediate to advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, & PowerPoint) and Microsoft Teams + UNGPs, SDGs And relevant legal frameworks Skilledin: + Verbal and written communication + Organization + Data Analysis + Attention to detail + Problem/situation analysis + Effective time and task management + Multitasking capabilities + Flexibility and adaptability Ability to: + Maintain a high degree of professionalism, confidentiality, initiative, independence in support of team members on a wide variety of issues + Communicate to a broad and diverse audience on behalf of leadership + Plan, organize, prioritize, and manage projects or programs + Maintain effective working relationships + Demonstrate critical thinking + Work with diverse populations and varying education levels + Prioritize assignments, workload, and manage time accordingly - PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: + Written/verbal proficiency in Spanish and Portuguese **Work Environment and Physical Demand** + Requires light physical effort. Occasionally lifts or moves light objects (under 10 lbs.). + Walks, sits, or stands for prolonged periods. + Requires prolonged machine operation including computer and keyboard equipment. _This job description is intended to be generic in nature and describe the essential functions of the job. It is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities, and overtime eligibility may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position._ **What We Offer** • Competitive benefits package that includes medical/dental/vision/life insurance/disability plans • Dollar for dollar 401k match up to 6% and 5% annual company contribution • 15 Company-paid holidays • Generous paid time off • Employee recognition and discount programs • Education assistance • Employee referral bonus program • Hybrid workplace – remote / in office • Summer hours • Casual dress policy Monday through Friday **Applicant Information** This job description describes the essential functions of the job at the time the job description was created, but it is not an exhaustive list of tasks, duties and responsibilities. In addition, the position may evolve or change over time and such changes may not be reflected in the job description until it is next updated. **Everyone Belongs** **ITG Brands and ITG Cigars provides equal employment opportunities.** All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. If you have a concern about discrimination in the application or hiring process or you need an accommodation based on religion, disability or pregnancy in the application or hiring process, please contact us at TalentAcquisition@itgbrands.com . **SHARE THIS JOB** The posting for the position for which you are applying highlights key aspects of the position only. It is not a complete description of the position. 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