Job Level
SeniorLead
About the role
- Lead the execution of the Global Seed Stewardship and Event Program in the region handling seeds throughout the product life cycle
- Build trust, motivate and empower Seed Stewardship and Event Program stakeholders for proper execution and compliance
- Plan and execute annual Seed Stewardship activities in North America (Canada, United States) including visits/inspections/audits, moving seeds, reviewing contracts, and training
- Lead training and educational initiatives to ensure standardized practices aligned with ETS and ISO 9001:2015
- Generate and facilitate strategic relationships within the company, with third parties and external organizations to streamline processes and communications
- Support business decisions with focus on genetic integrity of BASF products and business continuity
- Provide regional visibility of activities and results through periodic reporting and communication
- Manage the area budget through planning and evaluating company needs
Requirements
- BS required, MS preferred (Biology, Agronomy, Plant Science, Plant Breeding, Entomology, or Plant Pathology)
- Solid experience in agricultural biotechnology and the seed business
- 8 years of Experience in Regulatory Affairs, Research and Development, Genetic Improvement or Seed Production
- Experience in the implementation of Integrated Management Systems, quality assurance and control associated with the agricultural market and plant biotechnological materials
- Scientific knowledge in plant biotechnology techniques; quality assurance and control of plant biotechnological materials, agriculture and plant improvement