Company Introduction

“WE BUILD TRUST WITH FARMERS AROUND THE WORLD BY SUPPORTING THEM TO SUSTAINABLY IMPROVE THE QUALITY AND FLAVOR OF THEIR PRODUCTION.”

HM.CLAUSE is a Business Unit of Limagrain, an international agricultural co-operative founded and managed by farmers. HM.CLAUSE specializes in the breeding, production, and sale of vegetable seeds. From the world market to the farmer's market, we collaborate with our customers to deliver successful solutions for the agricultural challenges of today and produce the highest quality vegetable seeds for the future. Our global team of experts and state-of-the-art research facilities enable us to work side-by-side with growers to provide the most regionally relevant and reliable vegetable seeds available.

If our mission resonates with your passion, we look forward to your application. 

Job description

You will be a great fit if you have experience similar to: 

•    As a member of the Seed Production & Seed Supply Management Team (GMT), contribute to and define strategy for the department and execute actions accordingly. Develop and implement a global production strategy for the Large Seeds including commercial and stock seed productions, that supports HMC Strategic Road Map.

•    Establish the optimal production plan according to the quantity and quality requirements, cost, and deadlines established semi-annually by the cross functional demand planning release committees. Allocate production release to specific production regions and vendors.

•    Manage the production business for large seeds in such areas as seed sourcing strategy, prices, third party vendors, technical expertise, and performance standards.

•    Manage Vendor relations and monitor all levels of production to meet desired quality, cost and quantity standards. Recommend and negotiate annual contract prices with vendors/growers.

•    Manage the Large Seed Production Team (Area Managers, Parent Seed Specialists and Production Research Technician – Dotted line to Production Research Manager). Set the objectives. Monitor and guide the team in delivering the production plan, managing producer complaints, and mitigating risks.•    Develop and implement harmonized resources (systems, processes, tools etc.) for the team.

•    Systematically developing and supporting the team through performance evaluation, training, and succession planning.•    Oversee the hiring and function of temporary workers required during the production cycles. 

•    Build/update Seed Supply budget based on global production plan and execute/deliver accordingly. •    Establish and execute/monitor OPEX budget (OPCO, travel expenses etc.) and the CAPEX Budget for the PNW US Production Team

•    Ensure that varietal maintenance programs are properly implemented to monitor/maintain our quality standards and quantity requirements. Ensure that all STS lots are reviewed and monitored to meet company standards and goals.

•    Collaborate with Plant Breeders and Product Managers to develop the optimal supply plan and product availability timeline for new variety introductions.

•    Assure the production feasibility and optimal economics of new genetics through strong triangulation between Breeding, Production and Production Research. Work with R&D to approve the acceptance of new lines. 

•    Establish and provide parent seed descriptions and production protocols to vendors.

•    Research potential new areas for seed production for assigned species.•    Supervise the required purity and quality trials required for the corn and bean species. 

•    Participate in Leadership Teams both locally and globally.•    Participate in LVS Production Forums (Crop Teams, Working Groups…)

What we expect of you

To be considered, you will need:

•    BS in Agriculture or related field
•    Minimum 5 years of experience in vegetable seed production.
•    Previous experience with global seed supply management desired
•    Leadership experience with effective interpersonal communication and management skills is essential
•    Experience in budget management
•    Ability to travel up to 25% of time to domestic and international locations.

The rewards of working here: You join an expert team of innovators and creators that collaborate with farmers around the world to sustainably enhance the taste and quality of healthy food. Our goal is to form teams that inspire and learn from each other as they work to elevate our products from seed to table. We recognize our employees as our most valued resource and work to create an atmosphere that is supportive, healthy, and progressive. We promote an environment of wellness and well-being and hybrid schedules when it is appropriate for the position. It is an important and expanding piece of our local and global mission for Diversity & Inclusion programs and support groups in the corporate world.  

We are a company with a supportive culture and leadership.  We encourage you to be part of our journey to enhance the world’s food supply and support the farmers that grow them.

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