Seed Handling Supervisor

Join Vylor—Powering the Future of Agriculture

At Vylor, we’re advancing agriculture through breakthrough science—combining elite germplasm, cutting-edge biotech, and next-generation expertise in gene editing and molecular breeding. Our portfolio includes trusted industry brands like Pioneer®, Brevant®, and Hoegemeyer®, delivering performance farmers rely on.

Join us to help scale innovation globally and shape what’s next in crop science.

Vylor has an exciting opportunity for a Seed Handling Supervisor, 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 cutting edge technology applied to seed handling excite you? If so, we have a perfect position for you, and you might want to keep reading.

As a Seed Handling Supervisor , you will lead and develop a team responsible for seed movement, germplasm consolidation, and export operations supporting Corteva's global research network. This is a people leadership role that combines employee management, operational oversight, and hands-on support to ensure the timely, accurate, and compliant movement of seed materials across multiple domestic and international locations.

The successful candidate will build a high-performing team through coaching, talent development, performance management, and employee engagement while driving operational excellence, compliance, safety, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities - What You’ll Do:

• Lead, coach, develop, and manage the Germplasm Consolidation & Export team, including performance management, talent development, workforce planning, and employee engagement.

• Oversee germplasm consolidation and export operations to ensure the safe, timely, compliant, and efficient movement of seed materials across the global research network.

• Establish priorities, allocate resources, and coordinate activities to meet seasonal demands and critical business timelines.

• Build strong partnerships with research sites, Shipping Focal Points, logistics, Regulatory and Compliance, and other key stakeholders across the global network.

• Ensure compliance with phytosanitary, import/export, biosafety, and company requirements through effective operational controls and processes.

• Lead the resolution of operational, quality, compliance, and logistics issues while driving corrective actions and continuous improvement.

• Monitor operational performance and implement initiatives that enhance safety, quality, compliance, service, and efficiency.

• Promote a strong safety culture and provide visible leadership to support business needs and operational excellence.

• Maintain active involvement in day-to-day operations as needed to support team success and business priorities.

Qualifications- What You’ll Need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in seed operations, germplasm management, logistics, supply chain, or related operational environments.

• Previouspeople management experience, including direct employee supervision, performance management, coaching, employee development, and talent planning.

• Knowledge of inventory management, material traceability, international shipping processes, export documentation, and regulatory compliance requirements.

• Understanding of phytosanitary regulations, import/export requirements, and trade compliance practices.

• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, with experience driving corrective actions and process improvements.

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate across global and cross-functional teams.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced operational environment.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Of