Head of Agronomy - BASF | Nunhems - Location Nunhem

At BASF Nunhems, it is our ambition to make healthy eating enjoyable and sustainable. Together and in collaboration with partners we are eager to improve our vegetable varieties and solutions for our customers, the vegetable value chain and consumers worldwide. To further develop and grow this ambition we are looking for a Head of Agronomy

YOUR JOB:

As a Head of Agronomy you lead and manage the global Operation Technology (OTEC) team for the assigned expertise (Agronomy) and ensure the delivery of OTEC projects from a content and quality perspective.

YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plan, coordinate and prioritize team activities in consultation with project leaders (Technology Scientists or Technology Specialists) and stakeholders in the Operations functions and R&D to ensure timely and efficient project delivery
• Establish, implement and communicate processes providing clear direction to team activities. Ensure global consistency of team activities
• Actively participate in the global OTEC and Production Leadership Team and share responsibility for OTEC management and the delivery of the OTEC project portfolio
• Maintain a strong relationship with other departments and manage support activities provided by OTEC staff
• Monitor and verify that resources (facilities, equipment, processing capacity and personnel) are operational, creating short-term strategy for growth to ensure continued successful operation of the team
• At the right level, monitor the quality of the work – trial plans, data collection, data analysis and reporting. Monitor timelines, output and implementation of projects in order to meet budget, deliverables, timeline and quality requirements
• Ensure all team members are adequately trained and understand and comprehend the relevant procedures
• Enable scientific staff to develop their expert knowledge, support and stimulate the evaluation and exploration of new technologies and collaboration
• Coach, supervise and review all team members encouraging and seeking opportunities for personal development and growth of all team members
• Maintain knowledge of business and knowledge of customers’ processes
• In cooperation with QHSE ensure regulatory compliance with corporate, local, state and national government mandates in order to ensure safety measures are maintained

WORK EXPERIENCE

• MSc or PhD in a plant physiology, seed technology or a relevant scientific field
• Relevant work experience (>5 years)
• Management experience (>2 years)
• Energy, enthusiasm and a pro-active approach to problem solving
• Problem solving skills
• Proven excellent interpersonal skills, good coaching skills
• Functional competences: pro-active, responsible, motivator, achiever, accurate
• Experience as an (lead)-auditor
• Process oriented and pragmatic
• Able to manage complexity
• Flexible team player
• Gains credibility quickly, easily interacting with people to obtain opinions, contributions and approvals and able to deal with different opinions
• Excellent communication, reporting and interpersonal skills
• Able to train and motivate

Interested in this job?

Ready to join the team and contribute to our ambition and be dedicate our passion and expertise to the success of our customers by providing innovative seeds, services, and solutions, that enable a growing society to eat healthier with less impact on the planet. Send us your resume (CV) and motivation letter by clicking the ‘Apply’ button, before March 27th, 2025.

What’s in it for you?

Adding value to our customers begins with adding value to you. At BASF we believe that people are the key to our long-term success and that talent is in everyone. That’s why we empower you with the tools, guidance and opportunities you need to advance and succeed in work and life.

Giving you the support that you need to be your best and fulfill your personal ambitions is what helps us achieve our ambitions. After all, our success is linked to yours. Whatever path you envision, BASF is a great place to build a rewarding, successful career.

For BASF, diversity is one of the essential keys to business success and the well-being of our employees. We promote an inclusive culture that accepts the diversity of people, experiences and capabilities. By embracing talents and abilities of all kinds, we aim to boost creativity and motivation, and enhance our teams’ performance.

Personal Data

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