Nunhems' team of highly qualified and motivated employees is integral in sustaining the loyalty and success of our products to our customers all over the world.
Nunhems offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, tuition reimbursement and 401k. If you are interested in any of the positions available at Nunhems, please submit your resume along with a cover letter indicating the position of interest.
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Nunhems USA, Inc.
Human Resources Dept
1200 Anderson Corner Rd.
Parma, ID 83660
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Assist and support Breeders in optimizing the efficiency and output of the breeding program by designing and implementing new technologies and breeding methods in order to ensure a constant flow of commercially successful varieties.
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Design, evaluate and formulate with Breeders the short term breeding plan, the work process and performance by means of drawing up trial data in filing system, preparing summary reports, give feedback, make proposals and draw conclusions about the breeding program in order to facilitate, and enable divisional and corporate decision making.
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Design and plan and after approval of Breeders, implement, execute, evaluate, analyze, interpret and document autonomously breeding trials and their results in line with the breeding plan, guidelines and procedures, in order to optimize the efficiency and output of the breeding program.
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Manage and execute the increase and maintenance of basic stock seed in coordination with Breeders, Stock Seed and/or Production departments in order to ensure the availability of the quantity and quality of basic stock seeds.
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Manage an accurate and detailed breeding administration and implement new ICT- systems in cooperation with the IT Application Manager, within the breeding team and conform the procedures and guidelines in the breeding department, in order to enable the running of an efficient and effective breeding program.
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Develop and maintain updated and broad vision on the market demands and translate market demands into breeding goals in order to be able to act for the breeder as an equal discussion partner on all breeding issues and to replace breeders for short to medium term periods (max. 1 year).
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Bachelor or Master of Science in life science or horticulture with emphasis in plant breeding or genetics and:
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Knowledge and/or experience in vegetal breeding, preferably cucumber & sweet pepper.
Skills and Experience Desired
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Working knowledge of horticultural practices and procedures, genetics and plant breeding.
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Demonstrated experience in plant breeding.
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Computer literate (database, spreadsheet, word processing)
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Language skills: English required, bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
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Must be able to communicate effectively, exercise good judgment, and be organized.
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Must be able to work independently and must also be a team player
Working Conditions
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Some international travel is required.
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Very variable working hours with peak periods during the selection season and growing season giving high work load and pressure.
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Working in unfavorable conditions (heat, cold, rain)
Job purpose
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Participate in pathology strategy and activity planning.
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Plan weekly work schedule for greenhouse and laboratory.
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Supervise hourly/seasonal workers in greenhouse, laboratory, office, and field. Assist as needed.
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Direct current disease screens; devise and evaluate new ones.
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Design, implement, evaluate and analyze experiments.
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Maintain virulence of pathogen collection.
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Manage databases received from breeders.
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Review and summarize scientific literature. Offer concise interpretations to colleagues.
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Diagnose plant diseases.
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Perform other activities on behalf of the pathologist in diverse circumstances.
Educational Qualifications Desired
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M.S in plant pathology or similar experience.
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Basic course in applied statistics preferred.
Skills and Experience Desired
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Working knowledge of methods and equipment used by plant pathologists.
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Effective communicator and team player, but able to work independently.
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Attention to detail, organization, and good judgement.
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Skilled at managing multiple projects simultaneously.
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Fluency in oral and written English.
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Computer software skills: MS Office and databases.
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Design, implement and execute the marketing plan, which incorporates all marketing mix elements (price: price proposals for all products, forms, countries; product: proposals for the assortment; promotion: plans, budgets, actions; place: market/product combination; people: coaching and developing) in order to contribute to the profitability for the assigned crop.
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Design, implement and monitor the sales plan per crop (set up per customer, area, and crop) as well as adapt and communicate these adaptations within the organization (stock, production) in order to maximize crop profitability.
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Inform M&S management regarding market developments (price levels, competition, new product forms) as well as design and advise regarding the M&S strategy in order to adapt and apply system, procedure, policy and strategy (production plan, L.C.D., R&D)
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Advice regarding the cost budget and keep M&S budget costs under control.
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Design and advice regarding the production plan and monitor the development in order to guarantee an optimal production plan and stock level (no or less depreciation on stock).
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With the consultation of product development and account manager(s), design and advice regarding adaptations in the assortment and after a reliable trial program in order to ensure the profitability for the crops.
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Manage and steer the Crop Sales policies and procedures in line with the company’s vision and values in order to realize crop objectives and individual targets in an effective way as well as ensure an effective and efficient Crop Sales department.
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Execute claim handling in order to handle claims in an effective and efficient way.
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Implement credit management procedures in order to ensure sufficient money collection and realize positive cash flow.
Bachelor’s or Master’s level degree in agricultural field required plus seven years experience in international sales and management.
Skills and Experience Desired
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Strong management & communication skills required.
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Language skills: English required, bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
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Must be willing to travel both domestically and internationally.
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Possess exceptional interpersonal communication skills
Please submit resume with salary requirements to:
Nunhems USA, Inc.
Human Resources Dept
1200 Anderson Corner Road
Parma
, ID83660
Fax +1 208-674-4003
Email – resumes@nunhemsusa.com
www.nunhemsusa.com
Nunhems USA, Inc. offers a competitive wage base and benefits program. Nunhems USA, Inc. is an EOE with a drug free work environment. All applications will be kept in the strictest of confidence.
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Support the Global Head of Marketing in the research, consolidation, and management of market information.
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Assist with the design and implementation of selected marketing projects through the organization. Identify market trends and provide clarity in the process of prioritization of downstream projects from the input generated from the Marketing and Sales and the Research and Development divisions.
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Develop and challenge the marketing plans per crop as well as business plans per region bringing strategic perspective.
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Support the Crop Teams in the implementation of the Marketing Plans with market information, project development and marketing training.
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Provide marketing support in the following areas:
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Marketing Intelligence:
Market trends and developments, price levels, product forms, competitor analysis.
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Value Creation:
Strengthen Nunhems value proposition creating content to reinforce the value of our product/service.
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Customer Relationship Management
: Define the level of involvement and parameters to different customer segments aiming to improve loyalty and partnership with selected customers.
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Communication:
Create framework for external communication, development of brand image and key messages and monitor its translation into promotional activities, defining audiences and targets, identifying best practice and successful actions.
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Bachelor or Master’s Degree in Marketing required.
Skills and Experience Desired
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Five plus years experience in marketing with a multinational company.
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Fluent in English, Spanish is a plus.
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Strong interpersonal skills.
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Effective communicator and team player, but able to work independently.
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Excellent computer skills.
Working Conditions
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Must be willing to travel domestically and internationally.
Job purpose
In line with Nunhems corporate strategy and policy in order to protect the assets and interests of Nunhems globally, support, provide advice and handle all legal and compliance issues within Nunhems.
Legal advice and support
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Provide advice and support Nunhems on all legal issues.
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Consult and interact with the in-house legal departments of Nunhems headquarters and occasionally Bayer CropScience/Bayer BioScience.
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Create awareness on compliance and competition law and act as local compliance officer in line with Nunhems corporate strategy and policy in order to comply with all relevant internal and external (legal) requirements.
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Train Nunhems management, staff and personnel on legal issues if needed.
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Support the management and reporting of claims and lawsuits.
Protect assets and interest of Nunhems
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Provide legal guidance and support to the Nunhems USA Directors and Officers.
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Manage and complete all pertinent legal issues and documentation, including but not limited to drawing up of contracts or any other (legal) documentation in order to protect the assets and interests of Nunhems and also to further generally enhance the quality of the goods and services provided by Nunhems.
Legal support systems
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Maintain legal support systems (with required procedures and policies) such as the use of customized model agreements and corporate contract registration-and filing systems in order for Nunhems to be able to provide needed information on contracts or other legal commitments
Intellectual Property (IP)
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Ensure general awareness and the correct handling of the IP rights and IP matters within Nunhems.
Risk Management
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Manage insurance matters in close co-operation with the legal counsel responsible for insurance at Nunhems Headquarters.
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Devise in line with the corporate strategy and policy within Nunhems a risk policy for Nunhems USA, enhance the quality of risk prevention/management including claim handling and protect the assets and interest of Nunhems.
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Associates degree in paralegal studies, or a Bachelor’s Degree with a certificate in paralegal studies required.
Skills and Experience Desired
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One to three years experience in law preferred.
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Good communication skill both written and verbal.
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Must be able to communicate and negotiate in the English language; bilingual in English/Spanish preferred.
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Must be a good relationship builder with a self propelled attitude and diplomatic skills.
Working Conditions
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Work is conducted in an office setting, using a computer.
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Long periods of sitting performing repetitive tasks.
Job Purpose
Assist with planting, plant culture, pollination, seed packaging, tissue sampling and harvesting of research plots in the field and greenhouse.
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Assist with transplanting outside and in greenhouse environment; including marking fields, pulling plants, hand transplanting, and working on a transplant machine.
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Assist with sowing seed in greenhouses and fields in a careful and detailed manner.
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Carry out emasculations, pollinations and pollen collection for hybrid production.
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Assist with the fruit harvest, seed extraction, seed cleaning and seed packaging.
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Assist with greenhouse plant culture, including watering, pruning, fertilization, and phytosanitary controls.
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Assist with tissue sampling for DNA extraction.
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Carry out other activities and responsibilities as directed.
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High School diploma or equivalent research related experience required.
Skills and Experience Desired
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Working knowledge of English language.
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Ability to read and accurately recognize numbers.
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General knowledge of seed harvest, cleaning, pollination and plant care.
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Demonstrated ability to responsibly complete tasks in a timely and conscientious manner.
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Detail oriented and able to do repetitive work without losing interest.
Working Conditions
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Standard research environmental conditions.
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Long periods of standing, bending, twisting, and/or sitting performing repetitive tasks.
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Ability to withstand bright sunshine and hot days, and a warm, humid greenhouse environment.
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Ability to lift 30 lb buckets of fruit for movement out of a field or into a seed extraction machine.
The individual selected for this position will be responsible for planning, organizing and directing all functions of the Seed Enhancement Department for all pre-commercial and commercial inventories with a focus on high quality and on time processing of seed disinfection, priming and pelleting.
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Direct accountability for the precise and accurate execution of all seed enhancements related to:
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Seed disinfection (eradication of seed borne pathogens in chemical or heat treatments)
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Priming (pre-germination of seeds)
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Pelleting (encapsulation of seeds in pellets)
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Implement highly developed drying resources within seed enhancement for an accurate and reliable drying process of enhanced seeds.
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Develop, maintain and follow Standard Operating Procedures for drying and storage of all enhanced seed inventory according company standards.
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Design, maintain and monitor the Master Planning for all Seed Enhancement activities and resources.
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Maintain all enhancement equipment in a fully operable and predictable manner to ensure that seed product is processed in a timely fashion.
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Manage and organize the purchases of all raw materials needed for a smooth operation of the Seed Enhancement department. Assure that the minimum safety stock of raw materials will not be exceeded.
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Implement new enhancement processes / techniques / methods within the department once it’s decided for commercial implementation.
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Develop, write and maintain the Nunhems Global Standard Operation Procedures and Protocols and Work Instructions for Seed Enhancement.
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Define and promote a safe working environment for all departmental workers through active participation in accordance with corporate, local, state and federal mandates to ensure regulatory compliance.
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Train, coach, support and motivate the Seed Enhancement Team Leader and Operators.
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Support development through constructive target and goal setting. Provide feedback and counseling on individual progress.
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Continual monitoring and evaluation of the department budget and expenditures, ensuring capital and overhead costs are within defined targets.
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Pro-actively participate in and visit workshops, seminars, related exhibitions to stay in touch with new developments.
Skills and Experience Desired
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Five years or more experience in seed enhancement procedures and techniques.
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Three years or more experience in a supervisory position.
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Good people management and interpersonal skills.
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Proven ability to train and motivate personnel in order to balance staffing needs.
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Ability to work as a cross-functional team member at various peak times with energy to complete assigned goals.
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Strong analytical and reasoning abilities.
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Good communication skill both written and verbal.
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Ability to work with diverse personalities maintaining mutual respect.
Working Conditions
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Work is conducted in both an office setting and outdoors.
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Exposure to heat, dust, potential hazardous chemicals and noise.
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Domestic and international travel required.