Current Openings at Corteva Agriscience

We’re hiring to join our Trait Integration team

• Learn how you can be our voice in the conversation about the future of agriculture.  As a Trait Integration (TI) Specialist you will be a key player in delivering traits by means of executing a variety of TI related tasks which will include specific field/controlled environment structures and lab activities. You must also be comfortable using computers and mobile devices. Most importantly, you need a collaborative attitude, good communication and critical thinking skills, and a commitment to quality.  TI Specialists may be asked to serve as a crew lead, which entails supervising contingent workers.  

You Will Be Part of Growing Team  

• As a Trait Integration team, we are responsible for efficiently delivering inbred lines converted to transgenic herbicide tolerant and/or insect resistant traits. These converted inbred lines contribute to protecting hybrid yields against insect and weed pressure, supporting our goal to feed the world through innovation and integrity.  

Your Challenge: 

• Must have the ability to meet deadlines, show attention to detail, succeed in a team environment, and use a computer and other data collection devices 
• Support and manage nursery staff where such a need is identified, enabling a high standard in conversion quality. 
• Ensure full implementation of quality management protocols and ensure safety operating procedures is in place for all routine tasks 
• Ensure that data are collected accurately and consistently uploaded to databases.  
• Planning and executing nursery operations at the site, including the use of proprietary software. 
• Assist with planting, transplanting, sampling, data collection and harvesting in greenhouses. 
• Ensure that the work area is kept safe, clean, and orderly 
• Phenotypic and genotypic selections in field and greenhouse nurseries 
• Participate in and lead seed processing activities, including seed preparation, sorting, shelling, and inventory management 
• May be required to work overtime, public holidays, and some weekends when needed to perform core duties 
• Ability to work independently and in multidisciplinary team environment 
• Required to travel to other nurseries sites in other RSA regions on a regular basis  
• Multitasking, working under pressure, being hands-on and being proactive are essential for success in this role 
• Work with Genetically Modified Organisms in accordance with government regulations and internal company policies 
• Regularly scout greenhouses and have continual visits to ensure optimum plant development and health 
• Analyze operational efficiency metrics of work performance and processes to ensure continuous improvement through innovation. 
• Lead and participate in process improvement and internal research projects 
• Participate and lead training, guidance, and supervision of the activities of assistants and temporary employees 
• Ability to work independently and in multidisciplinary team environment 
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Excellent written and oral communication skills 
• Strong ownership for delivering high-quality results 
• Demonstrate skills in leadership, operational safety, labor supervision, and time management.  
• May be required to do physical lifting and will require working in varying ergonomic and physical environments, including outdoors and in hot, humid greenhouses 
• High energy level and accountability, strong self-motivation, and a high degree of problem-solving skills 
• A familiarity with the crop growing practices 
• A passion for crop production 
• Experience in trait introgression, genotyping and tissue sampling will be an advantage 
• Energy and agility are also positive attributes for this role 
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills  

Key Stakeholders and Interactions: 

• Trait Integration Specialist will be working with the local and global TI team. Occasional collaboration with breeding teams will be expected. 

Qualifications - Internal

To Grow What Matters, You Will Need  

• BSc or Honors in plant breeding, agriculture, agronomy, horticulture, plant biology or related discipline or equivalent experience in a related field, with at least 2 years of agricultural experience.  
• Experience in plant breeding operations or trait integration will be an advantage. 
• Individual must be results orientated, innovative, and have proven organizational ability. 
• A valid driver’s license is mandatory. Some more extended travel in RSA to field nurseries may be necessary during planting or harvesting campaigns. 
• The ability to write and speak English fluently is essential as well as work in a team of diverse cultural backgrounds and languages 

Who Are We Looking For? 

• Curious, bold thinkers who want to grow their careers and be part of a winning team 
• Market shaping individuals who want to transform the agriculture industry to meet the world’s growing need for food 
• Collaborators who thrive in a diverse, inclusive work environment 
• Innovators who bring initiative and fresh ideas that drive our business into the future and make us an industry leader 

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We’re looking for an Intern to join our Talent Acquisition team!

• If you are interested in the recruitment world and would like to have an international experience in our offices in Asturias (North of Spain), you are in luck!
• You Will Be Part of a Growing Team
• Talent Acquisition is a global team in charge of the recruitment process for Corteva. We have several consultants spread around the world that help to match the best candidate to the best job opportunity (and we can do the same for you!).

Your Challenge:

• As an intern, you will support the recruitment process by crafting job advertisements and posting them on different webpages and social media. You will also help maintain and use our IT resources, like our database (Applicant Tracking System) or our marketing tools.
• But most importantly, this job is all about human interaction! You will be reviewing applications, contacting candidates and coordinating interviews for the area of Europe, Africa and Middle East on a daily basis.

Key Stakeholders and Interactions:

• Internally, you will be working with the recruitment team, especially those based in Europe, Africa and Middle East, members of other HR teams and with Hiring Managers. Externally, you will engage with candidates on a regular basis.

To Grow What Matters, You Will Need

• Degree in Human Resources, Psychology or similar preferred.
• Basic or user knowledge of Microsoft package.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Familiarity with Social Media (ie. LinkedIn).

Who Are We Looking For?

• Curious, bold thinkers who want to grow their careers and be part of a winning team​
• Market shaping individuals who want to transform the agriculture industry to meet the world’s growing need for food​
• Collaborators who thrive in a diverse, inclusive work environment​
• Innovators who bring initiative and fresh ideas that drive our business into the future and make us an industry leader

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• The Field Assistant works directly on farm, supporting the Technical Sales Representative (TSR) with demand generation trial work. This professional is essential for building and maintaining good relationships with sales team, as well as identifying customer opportunities and needs to report them to the TSR. Frequent presence in the fields and distribution channels strengthens operational performance.

Fundamentals

• The Field Assistant works directly on farm, supporting the Technical Sales Representative (TSR) with demand generation trial work. This professional is essential for building and maintaining good relationships with sales team, as well as identifying customer opportunities and needs to report them to the TSR. Frequent presence in the fields and distribution channels strengthens operational performance.

Major responsibilities

• Visit farms together with a TSR to conduct trial work;
• Remember that contact with researchers and consultants should be made by the TSR /Market Developer (MD)
• Setting up and conducting fields trials with Stoller products, according to the TSR’s protocols and instructions,
• You will not be responsible for defining which client carries out field assembly and pole areas. This should be done by the TSR and MD.
• Conduct visits together with the Market Developers for data collection through the season and during the harvest with the aim of: application, evaluation, taking photos of treated and untreated areas (plants and roots).
• It does not mean interpreting the results of the demonstration fields (technical and economic), and it cannot share information with the client without prior validation from the TSR / DR.
• Contributing to events held by Stoller for partners, with regard to: setting up the structure, laptop, sound, hiring food and drink for the day and reserving physical space for the event;
• You will not be responsible for giving lectures and training sessions.
• Contributing to gathering information on competitors. Building good relationships channel sales staff; Contribute indirectly to Stoller's progress in the region, always being aware of customers and possible needs, to pass on to the TSR.
• It doesn't mean being responsible for the sale and/or technical recommendation.
• Being frequently present in the field and distribution channels, strengthening relationships, operational action in generating demand.
• It's worth remembering that TSR and DR s are responsible for planning actions with clients, interpreting field results and putting together more elaborate presentations.

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We’re hiring a Field-Testing Lead.

Learn how you can be our voice in the conversation about the future of agriculture.

• As Field-Testing Lead, you will be responsible for the overall coordination of the Seed Product Development testing team for all field-testing efforts assigned to the research center including dry west, water tables and irrigation locations for all crops and all testing types and act as a key contact for these activities. This role will require the Field-Testing Lead to assist with planting, drone operation or phenotyping activities as required. As the Field-Testing Lead, you will also be responsible for the development and elaboration of the field-testing budget and routine budget reviews. This role will be accountable for planning of each season, forecast of resource needs and conducting process reviews with all teams during and after completion. Success in the position will depend on the ability to effectively develop and execute the field-testing blueprint, forecast testing budget and resource needs to support the testing activities.  

You Will Be Part of Growing Team

• The Research and Development team is responsible for designing, developing, and executing the Corteva Agriscience™ research programs which advance genetic gain and develop seed products to bring to market. The team you will be working with supports the dry west, water tables and irrigation locations.

Your Challenge:

• Accountable for logistics, planning testing trials and the executions thereof
• Ensures that all operational practices are agronomically sound
• Builds and maintains a healthy relationship with Co-operators
• Analyze and document field operations (Planned vs Actual)
• Administrative leadership of the testing teams
• Monitor and manage capacity constraints, equipment problems, labor scheduling, etc. to ensure research goals are met
• Coach, support, and develop employees on the team in a manner that fosters effective collaboration and teamwork, demonstrating and modeling the Core Values
• Provide oversight of and monitor quality levels through all stages of testing
• Promote a culture that demonstrates Core Values while generating high quality results
• Captures relevant information to track the effectiveness of the process
• Captures relevant information to track any improvements in the process
• Will be responsible for safety standards and the safety of the team, ensuring trainings are done and up to date.

Key Stakeholders and Interactions:

• Working within the Agronomy team and supporting your regional Sales Representatives, Area Manager and the customers, requires not only being technically skilled, but also the ability to forge relationships and communicate effectively. These are critical skills for the job.

To Grow What Matters, You Will Need

• B Sci Agric - University degree in Agronomy or 5 - 7 years’ experience in field agricultural research capacity
• Skilled in operations planning of activities
• Ability to work individually and as a team
• Valid driving license, Code 14 will be beneficial
• Good management of Microsoft Office package
• Leadership, initiative and proactivity, versatile individual who can solve practical problems in sometimes remote locations and is committed to a strong safety, quality and stewardship culture
• Broad scientific and agronomic background with strong culture of field research in multi crops
• Something about language
• Something about bringing diverse group of people together and/or working across cultures.

Who Are We Looking For?

• Curious, bold thinkers who want to grow their careers and be part of a winning team​
• Market shaping individuals who want to transform the agriculture industry to meet the world’s growing need for food​
• Collaborators who thrive in a diverse, inclusive work environment​
• Innovators who bring initiative and fresh ideas that drive our business into the future and make us an industry leader

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GROWING WHAT MATTERS STARTS WITH YOU

• Corteva Agriscience, the world's first dedicated agriculture start-up, serves to enrich the lives of those who produce and those who consume, ensuring progress for generations to come. Our employees fulfill this purpose everyday by building/participating in an inclusive culture where we encourage each other to stay curious, think differently, act boldly and do what's right for our customers, our co-workers, our partners and our planet. With over 20,000 team members from 130 countries, innovating in 140 world class R&D facilities, we have the resources, leadership heritage and partner ecosystem to make a meaningful impact now and into the future.

#GrowWhatMatters

• We’re hiring for seed quality testing Intern for a 12 month learnership
• Learn how you can be our voice in the conversation about the future of agriculture.

As (seed quality testing specialist) you will be responsible for:

• Laboratory Activities: Conduct lab activities in accordance with applicable standards, procedures, policies, regulations and customer specifications, plans and work instructions, ISO and any other protocols or steps for conducting tests governing lab testing. Assist in internal and external audits. Assure testing protocols are applied. Testing Data: Maintains necessary documentation and quality records to provide evidence that standards, plans and procedures are being followed. Enters daily testing information into system in a timely and accurate manner. Communication: Communicates non-standard test results relating to quality, testing, equipment to supervisor, coordinator or manager. Maintains reference samples and standards used in testing. Technical Assistance: Supervises or assist coordinator to supervise activities related to specific area of testing, sample preparation, conducting tests and data input. Works with logistics in coordinating receiving of samples and preparing them for testing. General: Ability to fulfill general employment expectations including regular attendance and working specified hours or overtime as defined by supervisor, acceptance of supervision, getting along with other in the workplace, maintaining acceptable standards of office conduct.

You Will Be Part of Growing Team

• You will be part of the Rosslyn laboratory Centlab team, the lab’s objective is to provide reliable, accurate and repeatable seed quality test results on time to our stakeholders. This objective is carried through by conducting specialized product tests such as seed sizing, germination test, vigour test and purity test. Monitor testing to ensure testing protocols, steps for conducting tests, are applied in order to adhere to policies , procedures, business objectives, regulations, ISTA standards, ISO standards and guidelines.

Your Challenge:

• Laboratory Activities: Conduct lab activities in accordance with applicable standards, procedures, policies, regulations and customer specifications, plans and work instructions, ISO and any other protocols or steps for conducting tests governing lab testing. Assist in internal and external audits. Assure testing protocols are applied.
• Testing Data: Maintains necessary documentation and quality records to provide evidence that standards, plans and procedures are being followed. Enters daily testing information into system in a timely and accurate manner.
• Communication: Communicates non-standard test results relating to quality, testing, equipment to supervisor, coordinator or manager. Maintains reference samples and standards used in testing.
• Technical Assistance: Supervises or assist coordinator to supervise activities related to specific area of testing, sample preparation, conducting tests and data input. Works with logistics in coordinating receiving of samples and preparing them for testing.
• General: Ability to fulfill general employment expectations including regular attendance and working specified hours or overtime as defined by supervisor, acceptance of supervision, getting along with other in the workplace, maintaining acceptable standards of office conduct

Key Stakeholders and Interactions:

• (Supply Production Supply Chain; Research; Commercial

To Grow What Matters, You Will Need

• Technical diploma/degree preferred. Ideal – Seed Science Course ( Seed Physiology) Ideal – Practical Course with DARLD ( Agronomic crops and grasses)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Computer proficiency
• Strong communication skills in teaching techniques, evaluating results, arranging and following up on schedules across a broad variety of internal audiences.
• Accreditations specific to testing area(s) preferred.
• Ability to lift up to ( ˭ 27 Kilograms)
• Ability to operate specialized laboratory equipment
• Ability to stand/sit for extended periods
• Ability to work in an environment containing mould, dust and treatment fumes
• Ability to supervise testing conducted by others
• Willingness to assist and train less experienced assistance on targeted testing or other skills
• Ability to understand and follow standard company testing rules and procedures and to learn and accept new and additional skills or work assignment.
• Ability to cooperate with other in testing and operations functions.

Who Are We Looking For?

• Curious, bold thinkers who want to grow their careers and be part of a winning team​
• Market shaping individuals who want to transform the agriculture industry to meet the world’s growing need for food
• Collaborators who thrive in a diverse, inclusive work environment​
• Innovators who bring initiative and fresh ideas that drive our business into the future and make us an industry leader
• Team players

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GROWING WHAT MATTERS STARTS WITH YOU

• Corteva Agriscience, the world's first dedicated agriculture start-up, serves to enrich the lives of those who produce and those who consume, ensuring progress for generations to come. Our employees fulfill this purpose everyday by building/participating in an inclusive culture where we encourage each other to stay curious, think differently, act boldly and do what's right for our customers, our co-workers, our partners and our planet. With over 20,000 team members from 130 countries, innovating in 140 world class R&D facilities, we have the resources, leadership heritage and partner ecosystem to make a meaningful impact now and into the future.

#GrowWhatMatters

We’re hiring for Quality Assurance Intern

• Learn how you can be our voice in the conversation about the future of agriculture.
• As QA Intern you will be responsible for Quality Assurance – Quality checks, audits, procedures.
• You Will Be Part of Growing Team
• Quality assurance and supply to ensure that our customers get the best service and products

Your Challenge:

Main responsibilities will include the following, but is not limited to:

• Quality walks and checks in plant.
• Audits
• Admin duties, power BI, Minitab
• Procedures review, update and publishing on IOQMS system.
• Calibrations of Equipment
• Identifying Improvements
• Safety Self awareness

Key Stakeholders and Interactions:

• Works with the Quality assurance and supply specialists, Area leaders, Shift leaders, Operators, other site teams

To Grow What Matters, You Will Need

Qualifications/Experience:

• ISO training
• Lab/Quality Assurance experience or background will help.
• Good computer skills         

Who Are We Looking For?

• Curious, bold thinkers who want to grow their careers and be part of a winning team​
• Market shaping individuals who want to transform the agriculture industry to meet the world’s growing need for food
• Collaborators who thrive in a diverse, inclusive work environment​
• Innovators who bring initiative and fresh ideas that drive our business into the future and make us an industry leader

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GROWING WHAT MATTERS STARTS WITH YOU

• Corteva Agriscience, the world's first dedicated agriculture start-up, serves to enrich the lives of those who produce and those who consume, ensuring progress for generations to come. Our employees fulfill this purpose everyday by building/participating in an inclusive culture where we encourage each other to stay curious, think differently, act boldly and do what's right for our customers, our co-workers, our partners and our planet. With over 20,000 team members from 130 countries, innovating in 140 world class R&D facilities, we have the resources, leadership heritage and partner ecosystem to make a meaningful impact now and into the future.

#GrowWhatMatters

• We’re looking for an Intern - Research Assistance -  Potchefstroom,  Hoogekraa ((12 months Learnership)
• Learn how you can be our voice in the conversation about the future of agriculture.
• At Corteva Agriscience, you will help us grow what’s next. 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. In this role, you will use your research/agricultural experience to serve as a team member in the Breeding team to conduct planning, planting, data collection and harvesting of Research phenotyping activities for Maize.

You Will Be Part of Growing Team

• Research and Development

Your Challenge:

• Responsible to support the breeding team in their activities that can range from seed preparation, planting, crop maintenance, data collection and harvesting
• Works as part of a team to plan and execute experiments efficiently and accurately within seasonal deadlines
• Interact within all programs at the station to learn from the different divisions for your development
• Participate in safety specific to direct work environment to identify and communicate potential risks and benefits
• Give regular feedback to track development

Key Stakeholders and Interactions:

• Serve as a team member in the Potchefstroom team

To Grow What Matters, You Will Need

• Bachelor’s degree in agriculture or Diploma in scientific related field or 1-2 years industry related experience required
• Background in agronomy
• Ability to make timely decisions, assist to solve problems and build consensus
• Excellent interpersonal/communication skills are required for fostering teamwork, enhancing a good working environment, and effectively developing strong working relationships with a diverse group of people
• Ability to supervise
• Technical and mechanical skills is beneficial
• Proficiency in Office software such as spreadsheets, mail, calendar and presentation software.
• Always comply with safety regulations and country laws
• High workload with long hours and weekend work during seasonal peaks
• Ability to work outside in all kinds of weather
• Valid driver’s license is required

Who Are We Looking For?

• Curious, bold thinkers who want to grow their careers and be part of a winning team​
• Market shaping individuals who want to transform the agriculture industry to meet the world’s growing need for food
• Collaborators who thrive in a diverse, inclusive work environment​
• Innovators who bring initiative and fresh ideas that drive our business into the future and make us an industry leader

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Description

• Corteva Agriscience is a market-shaping, standalone agriculture company with leading positions in seed technologies, crop protection and digital agriculture. We will work across the global agriculture value chain to create a more efficient food system. At Corteva Agriscience™, we seek to enrich the lives of those who produce and those who consume. This means we will help rejuvenate the agricultural ecosystem to support people and the planet and to ensure progress for generations to come.”
• The incumbent will lead Africa Crop Protection Supply Chain, be responsible for delivering the financial and service level objectives for the region and be accountable for AME supply chain within the EMEA Supply Chain Leadership Team. The incumbent will be responsible to plan and implement the best supply Chain for the region to enable Business Growth, while aligns with Global Supply Chain. The scope of work encompasses all activities within Logistics, Modify and Improve Supply Chain, Deployment planning and EHS through adherence to work process, people management and close connection with internal stakeholders.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Deployment Planning Team Leader is a key responsibility to provide people leadership of the team, who deploys the commercial goods, including strategy, organizational design, inventory management and create engagement among commercial units with regards to supply chain operations. Detailed responsibilities include:
• Develop and implement strategies at finished goods level including deployment, unhealthy inventory and improvement plans.
• Provide people leadership for direct reports through mentoring, coaching, career development and performance management.
• Scrutinize the commercial inventory, ensure its compliance with corporate working capital strategies.
• Lead the Sales and Operation Planning forum, ensure short term demand and supply changes are captured, decided upon according to the supply strategy and communicated to stakeholders.
• Prepare and proactively participate in monthly supply chain reviews.
• Partner with the commercial organization through monthly integrated reviews and other forums to support customer satisfaction and supply strategies to improve resiliency and reliability of finished goods inventory.
• Participate in the Integrated Business Planning signature process, ensuring alignment between supply chain strategies and business objectives.
• Collaborate with the internal and external manufacturing teams to ensure production workflows, seamless communication, and adherence to quality standards across all operations.
• Logistics Leader is a key responsibility to lead team members that oversees both domestic and international logistics. Will work with various functions and stakeholders, including external Freight Forwarders, warehouses, and carriers, to execute our work processes and manage performance in this dynamic supply chain environment.

Detailed responsibilities include:

• Manage strategic relationships with critical logistics partners in Corteva Operations Center, transportation, warehousing, and international trade.
• Manage continuous improvement on systems and work process.
• Facilitate data-driven and innovative mindset through KPIs and effective team forums.
• Utilize metrics to drive service and cost performance.
• Resolve shipping performance challenges in collaboration with exporting regions and service providers.
• Oversee daily warehouse operations, ensuring efficient inventory management, timely order fulfillment, and adherence to safety protocols.
• Monitored internal controls to ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements, enhancing operational integrity and reducing risk of discrepancies.
• Supports with troubleshooting issues for ITO team.
• Corrective Action Management for ITO related unplanned events.
• Actively participate in Supply Chain projects for launches and changes, while encouraged to innovate further continuous improvement opportunities.
• Partner with procurement to help select service providers and address performance issues.
• Supply chain leader, responsible for people management and for representing AME within the EMEA Supply Chain Leadership team.
• Identify and lead initiatives to simplify, optimize and drive efficiency across team and other sub-functions of Supply Chain operations as needed.
• Being part of EMEA Supply Chain Leadership Team and is expected to contribute meaningfully to the overall EMEA Supply Chain strategy design and implementation, ie, set annual priorities and goals and lead projects related to our core objectives.
• Serve as a representative of the EMEA Supply Chain within the AME Commercial Leadership team, playing a key role in strategy design and execution.
• Manage relationships with cross-functional leadership in commercial, customer service, procurement, quality, and manufacturing.

KEYS TO SUCCESS

• Leadership through timely and informed decision-making
• Strategic analysis and direction for clarity and focus
• Motivation through selling the vision, challenging, and helping others to succeed.
• Relationships within the team and with cross-functional stakeholders
• Ability to thrive with ambiguity, independence, and operational volatility.
• Empowerment to challenge the status-quo and solve unprecedented issues.
• Customer focus and passion for agriculture industry
• Interpersonal effectiveness: Can communicate and influence across all levels of the organization
• Demonstrates ability to collaborate with cross-functional and cross-regional team to develop solutions to critical issues or deliver innovative solutions inside and beyond own region.
• Ability to use data to do concise gap analysis, build compelling cases for improvement and then effectively measures the results anticipate events and prepare for the situation ahead of time.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• University master’s degree in supply chain or business management or sciences & Technical field
• Minimum of 5-10 years’ experience in Agriculture or similar field
• Supply Chain experience, Manufacturing, scheduling, and planning experiences.
• Project Management experience (Lean, Six Sigma)
• APICS CPIM certification
• Strong analytical skills
• Fluent in English
• Strong communication skills & teamwork.  Ability to establish strong networks, relationships, and disciplined communication with key stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills, including the ability to effectively prioritize work and escalate when help is needed.
• Innovative mindset to create within current organizational constraints, while continuously challenging the status quo for agility as an industry leader.
• Experience in Africa Supply Chain is a must.
• Experience in Supply Chain Crop Protection (preferred)
• Knowledge of Order to Cash (preferred)
• SAP experience (preferred)
• Prove