Description

As the Strategic Planning Manager for Global Seed Operations Support, you will be responsible for developing and executing both short- and long-term projects that align with the global and regional goals supporting the Global Seed Operations strategy. You will work closely with the Senior Leaders, Global Strategic Planning Manager, Seed Production & Supply Chain teams, and Global Operations teams to identify, prioritize, and execute key initiatives and projects.

What You’ll Do:

• Work closely with Senior Leadership and other stakeholders to develop and execute projects and processes for Global Seed Operations ensuring alignment with company goals and objectives.
• Analyze business trends, opportunities, and risks and develop mitigation plans
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and prioritize key initiatives that will drive operational excellence, efficiency, and cost savings.
• Develop and manage project plans, timelines, and budgets to ensure successful execution of strategic initiatives.
• Provide regular updates to Senior Leadership on progress against strategic goals and objectives.
• Identify and recommend process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders across the organization to ensure alignment and collaboration on strategic initiatives.
• Lead both independent and group projects

Qualifications

What Skills You Need:

• Bachelor’s degree in agriculture, business, operations, engineering, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in a strategic planning role in manufacturing operations, preferably within a large, complex organization.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build strong relationships at all levels of the organization.
• Strong strategic thinking abilities with the ability to develop and execute on departmental goals aligned with overall company objectives.
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to lead cross-functional teams to successful outcomes.

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
• Check out life at Corteva! www.linkedin.com/company/corteva/life

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.