Foundation Seed Lead

Syngenta Seeds is one of the world’s largest developers and producers of seed for farmers, commercial growers, retailers and small seed companies. Syngenta seeds improve the quality and yields of crops. High-quality seeds ensure better and more productive crops, which is why farmers invest in them. Advanced seeds help mitigate risks such as disease and drought and allow farmers to grow food using less land, less water and fewer inputs. 

Syngenta Seeds brings farmers more vigorous, stronger, resistant plants, including innovative hybrid varieties and biotech crops that can thrive even in challenging growing conditions.  

Syngenta Seeds is headquartered in the United States. 

Planning, execution, field management, and processing of cereal parent seed productions to deliver conventional and hybrid Foundation Seed products that meet forecasted demand and quality standards.

Duties:

• Lead the purification and multiplication of all spring and winter wheat Foundation Seed stocks.
• Execute production pipeline by performing internal parent seed productions & contracting growers to deliver Foundation Seed classes of conventional cereals and hybrid wheat.
• Coordinate conditioning, packaging, proper storage, and inventory records for seed products.
• Ensure quality and purity standards are met for all seed productions and seed stocks.
• Transport, calibrate, and operate machinery/equipment to execute field operations, seed processing, and logistics for seed productions.
• Ensure all seed crop management records are complete and timelines are met for seed processing, packaging, labeling, planting, agronomic management, and harvesting.
• Facilitate and foster good working relationships with contract growers within each region.
• Coordinate and monitor progress of seed certification inspections for internal productions and with contract growers.

• 3+ years of experience in seed production or equivalent work experience and knowledge
• Demonstrated experience interacting effectively with growers and third-party personnel
• Understanding of cultural practices (e.g. crop rotation, weed control, soil fertility practices)
• Knowledge of seed industry procedures, practices, and terminology
• Ability to establish priorities and manage multiple productions simultaneously at peak work periods
• Excellent communication, organizational, and planning skills
• Ability to work outdoors and indoors in dusty and loud conditions in environments with varying temperatures and/or weather
• Ability to work 7 days a week during critical times of year
• Class A CDL

Preferred Qualifications:

• BS degree in Agriculture or related field.
• Training in crop scouting or agronomic certification.

Role is Remote (home-based) in Central Plains/Northern Plains USA region. • Travel by vehicle and air approximately 30% of time. • Eligible to work in the U.S without sponsorship.

What We Offer: 

• A culture that celebrates diversity & inclusion, promotes professional development, and strives for a work-life balance that supports the team members. Offers flexible work options to support your work and personal needs. 
• Full Benefit Package (Medical, Dental & Vision) that starts your first day.  
• 401k plan with company match, Profit Sharing & Retirement Savings Contribution. 
• Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, Maternity and Paternity Leave, Education Assistance, Wellness Programs, Corporate Discounts, among other benefits. 

Syngenta has been ranked as a top employer by Science Journal. 
Learn more about our team and our mission here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OVCN_51GbNI 

Syngenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. 

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