Jobs at Corteva Agriscience

Job Summary:

• Responsible for the efficient management of stock within the seed warehouse, including accurate receiving and dispatch of goods using SAP PR2. Ensures all warehouse activities are conducted in a safe, organized, and compliant manner, with a strong focus on safety, accuracy, documentation, and quality control.

Key Responsibilities:

Receiving of Stock:

• Accurately receive incoming stock and verify quantities.
• Inspect the quality of received goods and report any discrepancies or damages.
• Ensure proper documentation and recording of received stock in SAP.

Dispatching of Stock:

• Prepare and dispatch orders accurately and on time.
• Use SAP to manage and track inventory levels and order statuses.
• Coordinate with logistics partners to ensure timely delivery of goods.

Stock Management:

• Maintain accurate inventory records and conduct regular stock takes.
• See to it that the correct materials are discarded.
• Organize and store stock in an orderly manner to optimize space and accessibility.
• Monitor stock levels and reorder supplies as necessary to prevent shortages.
• Be part of the stock take team that performs the annual stock take at all warehouses.
• Managing quality control by creating ISL’s and shipments for samples sent to the laboratory.
• Assist with dealer returns both at dealers’ physical warehouses and on the SAP system.

Administrative responsibilities

• Write, revise & perform internal audits on quality procedures.
• Provide training to all workers on site as per instructions when necessary.
• Create shopping carts for purchase orders on eSpree system.
• Maintain WEBCYCLE to ensure accurate and timely payments to vendors.
• Maintain expense claims on Concur system.
• Maintain attendance records and overtime for all personnel on Replicon system.

Safety Management:

• Implement and enforce safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment according to Corteva’s EH&S standards.
• Conduct regular safety inspections and address any hazards or violations.
• Train staff on proper safety procedures and the use of equipment.

Qualifications:

• National senior certificate.
• Any certification in management would be advantageous.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in a seed warehouse management position.
• Proficiency in SAP PR2 and Microsoft Office suite including Power Apps.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must be written and verbally fluent in Afrikaans and English.
• Ability to lift and move heavy objects.
• Comfortable working in a warehouse environment.
• Should not have medical allergies due to dust and pollen presence in a seed warehouse.

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Your Challenge:

• As Seed Production Research and Characterization Producibility Scientist – Data Science – Africa, you will identify, assess, and develop new scientific concepts and/or technologies to provide solutions that improve producibility and reduce variability in Corteva Seed Production.

Key Stakeholders and Interactions:

• Manage scientific, technical and data projects, coordinate with other professionals and support personnel within Production, Commercial and Seed Product Development to accomplish producibility objectives.

To Grow What Matters, You Will Need

• Master’s or Doctor’s degree in Agronomy, Agricultural research, or Plant Breeding.
• 10+ years’ experience in agricultural field research
• Good understanding of hybrid seed production
• Strong record of innovation and applying new technology
• Excellent people, managerial and organizational skills
• Excellent communication – oral, written, under diverse circumstances and audiences
• Results driven and capacity to influence within a matrixed organization and across functions
• Demonstrated statistical and data skills, attention to detail, results orientation

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.

Growing What Matters Starts With You… What Can We Offer to Help You Grow?

• Opportunity to be part of a global industry leader working to discover solutions to the most pressing agricultural challenges of our time​
• Challenging work assignments that grow your skills, capabilities and experiences​
• Opportunities for interaction with other global colleagues to expand your global view and cultural experience​.
• Diverse, inclusive work environment where employees bring their whole selves to work and feel heard, valued and empowered​.
• Dedicated and customized resources to help grow your professional skills, industry expertise and personal perspectives.
• Joining us is a natural opportunity to strengthen your professional network through valuable relationships.
• Support the health and well-being of every employee by offering world-class benefits, meaningful work environment.
• Performance driven culture with a strong focus on speed, efficiency and agility​