Crop Specialist 

     

At Bayer we’re visionaries, driven to solve the world’s toughest challenges and striving for a world where 'Health for all Hunger for none’ is no longer a dream, but a real possibility. We’re doing it with energy, curiosity and sheer dedication, always learning from unique perspectives of those around us, expanding our thinking, growing our capabilities and redefining ‘impossible’. There are so many reasons to join us. If you’re hungry to build a varied and meaningful career in a community of brilliant and diverse minds to make a real difference, there’s only one choice.

 

YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

 

The primary responsibilities of this role, Crop Specialist, are:

 

Manage the Foundation Seed (FS) program for assigned crops, ensuring reliability, quality, timeliness, and cost-effectiveness while driving continuous improvement;Maintain precise records of FS production in designated databases, including seed inventory, transactions, parental seed characteristics, quality, and seed health information;Ensure all parental lines are genetically stable by collaborating closely with breeders to evaluate and validate genetic quality;Provide technical support and contribute to product advancements with R&D and Production teams to enhance producibility insights and improve crop management strategies for successful new variety production;Oversee operations such as seed preparation, sowing, roguing, harvesting, threshing, conditioning, storage, shipping, and assessment of PGO (Purity Grow Out) trials; Safely operate and maintain field and warehouse equipment (e.g. forklifts, tractors, etc.) throughout the year, ensuring proper loading, securing, and transport of standard and non-standard loads;Maintain high standards of seed health by implementing and supervising hygiene protocols, sanitation processes, and quality controls as necessary;Provide support for commercial and stock seed production activities as required;Collaborate with key stakeholders, including R&D, Breeding, Production Teams, Large Seed Crop Unit, Field Quality, and Production Research, to identify and implement opportunities for improved reliability, cost efficiency, and customer satisfaction;Analyze production data (quantity, quality, cost, and timeliness) to identify and address areas for improvement, simplification, and optimization;Assist the Area Lead and Production Lead with OPEX and CAPEX preparations. Oversee and support the development of Foundation Seed Associates, where applicable;Ensure compliance with all internal and external operational standards; including Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE), Human Rights, Business Conduct, and Quality Management System (QMS) requirements.

Required Qualifications:

Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline with at least two years of relevant experience, or a Master’s degree in a scientific discipline;Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to effectively engage and influence all levels of the organization;Proficiency in both the local language and English;Demonstrated customer focus, innovative mindset, and willingness to experiment;Collaboration, knowledge sharing, and implementation of best practices;Relevant agricultural experience, including operating tractors, planting, and harvesting seeds;Willingness to acquire additional skills, such as trailer operation;Process and results-oriented with an exceptional attention to detail;Ability to foster the use of digital and analytical tools to drive efficiency;High organizational and decision-making capabilities;Builds trust and maintains credibility with team members and stakeholders;Proven ability to attract, develop, and build effective teams.  

Bayer is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans

  

Bayer is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations in its application process for individuals with disabilities and encourages applicants with disabilities to request any needed accommodation(s) using the contact information below.  

   If you meet the requirements of this unique opportunity, and want to impact our mission Science for a better life, we encourage you to apply now. Job postings will remain open for a minimum of ten business days and are subject to immediate closure thereafter without additional notice. 
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