Chief Operating Officer, Western U.S. Agriculture Operations

• The Chief Operating Officer (COO) for Western Crops serves as a key strategic leader within Manulife Agriculture Services. This role exemplifies our corporate values and strategic pillars—prioritizing safety, talent development, stakeholder satisfaction, and continuous improvement. The COO is responsible for planning, organizing, and overseeing property operations to maximize return on investment while ensuring responsible stewardship on the assets we operate and in the communities we serve. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience managing permanent crop operations, particularly nuts, wine grapes, citrus, apples, and cherries. Expertise in crop planning, budgeting (operational and capital), project execution, marketing strategy, and investment reporting is essential. Position Responsibilities Leadership & Workforce Development Recruit, train, and develop high-performing teams. Provide coaching and mentorship to expand team capabilities and leadership skills. Foster a collaborative culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement. Promote cross-functional teamwork to achieve shared goals. Operational Excellence Oversee day-to-day property operations across multiple regions. Implement strategies that align with stakeholder needs and company objectives. Drive efficiency initiatives and cost optimization measures, driving towards improved ROI. Promote transparent communication of KPI’s and performance metrics to develop ownership and alignment across all business units. Financial & Strategic Planning Develop and manage annual operating budgets and capital expenditure plans. Monitor performance against KPIs and adjust strategies as needed. Communicate variances and operational challenges to the portfolio management and client service leads promptly. Stakeholder Engagement Build strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure competitive pricing, favorable terms, and exceptional service. Risk Management & Compliance Lead with a de-risking mindset to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, industry standards, and internal governance. Organizational Planning & Change Management Lead organizational planning efforts, including workforce planning and organizational design. Support major change initiatives such as mergers, system implementations, or restructuring. Champion change management strategies to ensure adoption and smooth transitions. Reporting & Communication Provide regular reports and insights to the Head of Asset Management, and at times, the platform leadership team. Communicate operational priorities, progress, and performance to internal teams. Ensure transparency and alignment across organizational levels. Required Qualifications Proven experience leading large teams in complex agricultural operations. Proven ability to build and sustain a positive team culture while delivering operational results. Established network with market participants (industry boards, associations, processors, crop consultants, etc.) Strong knowledge of permanent crop management and marketing. Exceptional communication, presentation and negotiation skills. Strong interpersonal skills with a focus on collaboration and conflict resolution. Highly entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to drive initiatives to completion. Advanced financial acumen, including budgeting and cost analysis. Proficiency in sustainable practices, technology and data-driven decision-making. Ability to thrive under pressure in a fast-paced environment. Willingness to travel extensively (50+%). When you join our team We’ll empower you to learn and grow the career you want. We’ll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words. As part of our global team, we’ll support you in shaping the future you want to see. マニュライフとジョン・ハンコックについて マニュライフ・ファイナンシャル・コーポレーションは、「あなたの未来に、わかりやすさを」を提供する、国際的な大手金融サービスプロバイダーです。当社について詳しくは、 マニュライフは機会均等を是とする雇用主です マニュライフ/ジョン・ハンコックでは、多様性を受け入れます。私たちは、サービス提供先であるお客さまと同様に、多様な人材を引きつけ、育成し、定着させ、文化や個人の力を受け入れる包括的な職場環境を促進するよう努めています。当社は公正な採用、定着、昇進、報酬に努めています。当社のすべての慣行およびプログラムは、人種、祖先、出身地、肌の色、民族的出自、市民権、宗教または宗教的信念、信条、性別（妊娠および妊娠関連の状態を含む）、性的指向、遺伝的特徴、退役軍人としての地位、性自認、性に関する表明、年齢、婚姻状況、家族状況、障害、または適用法で保護されるその他の要因に対する一切の差別を行うことなく管理されます。 雇用への平等なアクセスを提供するために、障壁を取り除くことが当社の優先事項です。人事担当者は、応募者が応募プロセス中に合理的配慮を要求する場合に協力します。配慮要求のプロセス中に共有されるすべての情報は、適用される法律およびマニュライフ/ジョン・ハンコックのポリシーに準拠した方法で保存および使用されます。申請プロセスにおいて合理的配慮を要求するには、 までご連絡をお願いします。 Referenced Salary Location 米国,- カリフォルニア州 フルタイムリモート Working Arrangement 在宅勤務 Salary range is expected to be between $156,700.00 USD - $290,900.00 USD Employees also have the opportunity to participate in incentive programs and earn incentive compensation tied to business and individual performance. The actual salary will vary depending on local market conditions, geography and relevant job-related factors such as knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience, and education/training. If you are applying for this role outside of the primary location, please contact for the salary range for your location. Manulife/John Hancock offers eligible employees a wide array of customizable benefits, including health, dental, mental health, vision, short- and long-term disability, life and AD&D insurance coverage, adoption/surrogacy and wellness benefits, and employee/family assistance plans. We also offer eligible employees various retirement savings plans (including pension/401(k) savings plans and a global share ownership plan with employer matching contributions) and financial education and counseling resources. 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