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About Inari...
Inari is the SEEDesign™ company, using new breeding technology to push the boundaries of what is possible by designing nature-positive seeds for a more sustainable food system. A combination of AI-powered predictive design and a cutting-edge multiplex gene editing toolbox enables Inari to unlock the full potential of seed and advance critical solutions with broad applications for growing more food with fewer resources. This includes products that will generate greater yields while using significantly less land, water and other inputs.
Our success is dependent on great minds, collaborating to generate bright ideas and deliver exceptional outcomes.
We have over 300 employees, with research sites in Cambridge, MA (USA) and Ghent (Belgium), as well as a product development site in West Lafayette, IN (USA). We’ve deliberately built a team that brings diversity of thought to all aspects of our business, to generate new ideas, approaches, and ways of operating. And we've intentionally combined experience with potential, bringing agriculture industry experts with the desire to innovate together with bright minds from academia, human therapeutics, software, and consulting. If you want to be part of a diverse and inclusive team developing unique solutions to feed the world while protecting our planet’s natural resources, we’d love to hear from you!
About the role....
The Commercial Operation External Lead will be responsible for all aspects of seed production activities for all crops with extensive work with 3rd party producers. This role is remote based but centralized in the Midwest and reports to the Sr. Director of Commercial Operations.
As the Commercial Operations External Lead, you will…
- Ensure seamless execution of all field activities on products advancing through the product portfolio to include:
- Responsible for acreage planning, contracting, and production activities for contract growers which may include guiding activities during the growing season such as planting, growing, harvesting, processing and storage of seeds.
- Responsible for all activities related to seed quality and inventory management.
- Maintain in-season grower relations, communications and expectations.
- Manage logistics of seed movement for both domestic and international sources.
- Develop Best Management Practices and Work Instructions to support the Inari QMS System
- Responsible for implementation of Best Management Practices and compliance by producers with Inari policies as applicable.
- Strategic interaction and support for Inari’s customers.
- Contribute to the ongoing success and growth of Inari.
You Bring…
- Bachelor’s degree in Agronomy, Agriculture Science, or related discipline with ≥ 10 years' experience managing contract production.
- A deep understanding of crop production including both field and plant operations.
- Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines in a fast-paced work environment
- Ability to travel as needed to support the business.
- Ability to rapidly learn new software and improve workflows
- Attention to detail with excellent time management and organizational skills.
- Extensive seed industry contacts
- Strong Microsoft Office skills
- A strong sense of purpose and drive to develop unique, high impact solutions.
- Adaptability and enthusiasm for new challenges, and a passion for learning.
- A collaborative mindset that is open to giving and receiving ideas, perspectives, and feedback.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
- Ability to effectively communicate with a diverse range of individuals and audiences.
Bonus qualifications:
- Experience using ERP and CRM software
- Experience reviewing legal documents is a plus
FOR U.S. CANDIDATES: Please note that we use the resume you submit with your application during our background check process. To ensure an efficient and accurate background verification, we kindly ask that you carefully review and accurately represent your work history, education and other relevant information on your resume. Any discrepancies or inaccuracies found during the background check may impact your candidacy for the position.
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