Bayer CropScience (BCS), a subgroup of Bayer AG is one of the world's leading innovative crop science companies in the areas of crop protection, non-agricultural pest control, seeds and traits. The company offers an outstanding range of products and extensive service backup for modern, sustainable agriculture and for non-agricultural applications. Bayer CropScience has a global workforce of 20,700 and is represented in more than 120 countries.

The primary responsibility of this role, as Manager Seed Logistics, is to manage seed inventory and logistics of regulated seeds for agricultural R&D biotech traits, including but not limited to soybean and corn. This role will support R&D seed production and trial activities in the US and counter-season locations, while ensuring compliance with all existing global regulatory requirements, stewardship, safety and biosafety standards.

The incumbent will:

• Manage seed inventory and logistics and work with the Trait Testing personnel to make sure all seeds are properly harvested, stored and inventoried;
• Develop and implement strict quality control standards for seed identity, seed quality and genetic purity;
• Create and maintain work instructions for all seed-related processes;
• Work with research program leaders, regulatory personnel and other competency groups to ensure the most efficient and accurate process for seed logistics;
• Adhere and enforce that all biosafety and stewardship requirements are met in the seed logistics process;
• Timely communicate all seed-related issues to related personnel through proper channels.

The selected candidate is required to possess the following:

• Bachelor of Science in biology, plant biology, agronomy, horticulture, or related field with 5 years of experience or Master degree in agronomy, horticulture, or related field with 3 years of experience;
• Knowledge of biosafety, stewardship and regulatory compliance in plant biotech industry;
• Prior experience in managing proper compliance, documentation and monitoring of regulated materials;
• Current knowledge of seed handling - optimal storage conditions, QC testing, logistics;
• Individual should have excellent organizational skills, interpersonal and communication skills with ability to work in a team environment;
• Possess the ability to articulate timely and clear communication on progress including technical hurdles;
• Proficient computer skills: MS Office, database management and email usage.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in domestic and international seed shipping. Familiar with USDA/APHIS permitting procedures for interstate movement of plant material;
• Experience in working with people in different functions;
• Familiar with database use and development;
• Prior experience with soy and corn seeds;
• Experience in managing a team and personnel involved in seed logistics.

Salary and grade level will be commensurate with experience and/or education level.

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