Operations Planner- Processing and Packaging Sub Hub

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Operations Planner- Processing and Packaging Sub Hub 

YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Operations Planner ensures Sub Hub success by serving as the key connection between Sub Hub operations and partners. This role involves liaising with Operations, Planners, Field Testing, Seed Production and Scientists to implement breeding long-range plans, ensuring timely material delivery and optimal resource use. Additionally, the Operations Planner evaluates demand changes, coordinates with other Processing and Packaging Hubs for LRP distribution and establishes seasonal forecasts.

The primary responsibilities of this role: Operations Planner – Processing and Packaging Sub Hub, are to: 

• Works closely with the Sub Hub Lead and Operations Managers to break down high-level project plans into detailed (weekly, daily, shift) operations plans and tracking systems;
• Liaise with Scientists, Planners, Sub Hub Lead and Operations Managers to operationalize Breeding LRP to ensure timely delivery;
• Develop, implement and maintain a robust capacity management framework, allowing for optimal use of resources;
• Coordinate with other Hubs to propose appropriate distribution of LRP demand across sites;
• Establish seasonal demand forecast;
• Lead communication between Operations and Planning, including seed movement and operational prioritization;
• Establish target alignment and delivery metrics with Planning and Operations;
• Champion safety, quality, and trait compliance initiatives;
• Work closely with other research staff to champion, coordinate and implement process improvements;

• Position entails driving a company vehicle (pooled or assigned to the individual). This may include being required to drive greater than 8,500 business miles annually in a personal, pooled, or rented vehicle OR being expected to frequently drive a pooled car as part of your job duties – regardless of mileage.

WHO YOU ARE

Bayer seeks an incumbent who possesses the following:

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree;
• Solid experience in a plant, production/manufacturing or an R&D environment (laboratory, field, or growth room);
• Valid Driver’s License. Driving record (MVR) will be reviewed and must meet and maintain guidelines based on the company’s Risk Screening for Hiring Drivers;
• Understanding of breeding methodologies and practices;
• Knowledge and experience in production systems, forecasting, and capacity management;
• Strong computer software literacy;
• Highly motivated, result-oriented, with the ability to work with people individually or in a team to gain commitment to achieve those results;
• Ability to delegate work, influence and lead cross-functionally within a matrix environment;
• Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary/multicultural research team;
• Possess strong ability to work accurately and pay attention to detail;
• Strong organization skills and ability to prioritize daily tasks;
• Adaptability and ability to learn new procedures, systems, and methodologies;
• Ability to communicate complex ideas in a clear, concise, and actionable manner.

 PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 5+ years’ experience in a plant, production/manufacturing or R&D environment (laboratory, field, or growth room).

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Domestic relocation MAY be offered for this role.

This posting will be available for application until at least 6/23/25.