At Corteva Agriscience, you will help us grow what’s next. No matter your role, you will be part of a team that is building the future of agriculture – leading breakthroughs in the innovation and application of science and technology that will better the lives of people all over the world and fuel the progress of humankind.

Corteva Agriscience has an exciting opportunity for a Seed Logistics Specialist, based in Grimes, Iowa. Do you like challenges and solving problems? Do you like working in a fast paced and dynamic environment? Does the idea of working with seed movements and supply chain excite you? If so, we have a perfect position for you, and you might want to keep reading. We are looking for a Seed Logistics Specialist to join our awesome team. This person will be responsible for assisting the seed logistics specialist in ordering, sourcing, evaluating warehouse inventory, drop shipping, seed request, and ensuring timelines are maintained. You will work with several diverse groups to track, report, and manage seed movement throughout North America. You will work closely with the operations team to ensure a seamless flow of data and seed.

What You'll Do:

Oversee the seed order process, including ordering, sourcing, and planning the movement of seeds from research and commercial production sites.

Monitor and track seed shipments from the point of order to their destination, ensuring both quality and location are maintained.

Manage seed inventory by maintaining high-quality sources, conducting proper phytosanitary lab testing, adhering to retention timelines, and identifying sources for discard

Assist in the demand planning process by capturing customer demand requirements and coordinating with production suppliers to ensure demand fulfillment

Coordinate the sourcing of orders and seed requests for internal and external customers by analyzing specifications, ensuring regulatory and intellectual property compliance, assessing quality traits, and managing supply

Monitor, update, and document processes

Identify inefficiencies and implement process improvements

Maintain accurate Inventory source records using ERP, web-based, and Windows-based systems.

Create reports for various platforms, including Power BI and SQL.

Contribute to the development of software tools currently in progress.

Assist with other research centers planning operations during downtime from core responsibilities..

Ensure all activities under your responsibility comply with safety and regulatory standards, as well as company safety policies, protocols, and procedures.

What Skills You Need:

Bachelor's degree required, preferably in Supply Chain Management, Agribusiness, Data Analytics, Computer Science, or equivalent

Proficiency with computer applications such as Microsoft Office suite, and web-based applications and/or ERP system is required.

Excellent communication skills, adept at using standard software programs and learning internal data systems.

Basic troubleshooting skills for databases.

Strong organizational and multitasking skills.

Flexibility to work extended days and weekends at critical times of the season.

Ability to perform repetitive tasks while maintaining a high level of accuracy.

***Please note, there is no relocation assistance or visa sponsorship provided for this role.

Benefits – How We’ll Support You:

Numerous development opportunities offered to build your skills

Be part of a company with a higher purpose and contribute to making the world a better place

Health benefits for you and your family on your first day of employment

Four weeks of paid time off and two weeks of well-being pay per year, plus paid holidays

Excellent parental leave which includes a minimum of 16 weeks for mother and father

Future planning with our competitive retirement savings plan and tuition reimbursement program

Learn more about our total rewards package here - Corteva Benefits

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Are you a good match? Apply today! We seek applicants from all backgrounds to ensure we get the best, most creative talent on our team.

Corteva Agriscience is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to embracing our differences to enrich lives, advance innovation, and boost company performance. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, military or veteran status, pregnancy related conditions (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), disability or any other protected status in accordance with federal, state, or local laws.