Now hiring! North America Seeds & Traits Stewardship Manager - Canada

Saskatoon, SK (Hybrid/Remote)

We are looking for a North America Seeds & Traits Stewardship Manager - Canada to join our Agricultural Solutions team in Canada.

Come create chemistry with us!

BASF’s Agricultural Solutions division connects innovation, customers, partners and agricultural experts and integrates sustainability criteria into all business decisions. We help farmers deliver the best possible outcomes, working to achieve the balance between economic, environmental and social value creation for sustainable and efficient agriculture.

The North America Seeds & Traits Stewardship Manager - Canada will lead the execution of the Global Seed Stewardship and Event Program in all internal areas of the company and third parties (under contract) in the region that handle seeds throughout the entire product life cycle (from R&D to commercialization and possible discontinuation) and in all possible stages of approval of such materials (conventional, unauthorized/regulated, non-commercial/stewardship licensed, and commercial licensed).

As a North America Seeds & Traits Stewardship Manager - Canada, you create chemistry by...

• Building trust, motivating and empowering Seed Stewardship and Event Program stakeholders (internal employees and third parties) for proper execution and compliance with the requirements of the Seed Stewardship program and events associated with their day-to-day activities.
• Planning and executing the annual activities, typical of the Seed Stewardship Program and Events, to be carried out within North America (Canada, United States), such as carrying out visits/inspections/audits, moving seeds, reviewing contracts, training, among others.
• Facilitating a unified understanding of Seed Stewardship Program requirements among all internal and external stakeholders by leading effective training and educational initiatives. This ensures standardized practices across the region, aligning with global industry standards such as Excellence Through Stewardship® (ETS) and ISO 9001:2015, and supports business continuity and operational excellence..
• Generating and facilitating strategic relationships within the company, with third parties and other external organizations to streamline processes and optimize communications. Maintaining a proactive and collaborative attitude to promote synergies and add value to the company.
• Supporting business decisions through assertive, timely and duly justified advice with a special focus on the genetic integrity of BASF products and business continuity.
• Providing global visibility of activities and results within the region, through effective and periodic reporting/communication of the same.
• Managing the budget of the area through correct planning of activities and evaluating the needs of the company.

If you have...

• BS required, MS preferred (Biology, Agronomy, Plant Science, Plant Breeding, Entomology, or Plant Pathology).
• Solid experience in agricultural biotechnology and the seed business.
• 8 years of Experience in Regulatory Affairs, Research and Development, Genetic Improvement or Seed Production.
• Experience in the implementation of Integrated Management Systems, quality assurance and control associated with the agricultural market and plant biotechnological materials.
• Scientific knowledge required in plant biotechnology techniques; quality assurance and control of plant biotechnological materials, agriculture and plant improvement.

Create your own chemistry with you@BASF

Adding value to our customers begins with adding value to you. you@BASF is the suite of benefits, perks, programs and unique opportunities we offer to support you – the whole you – in all stages of your life and career. With you@BASF, you create your own chemistry.

The total rewards that you receive as a BASF employee go way beyond a paycheck. From competitive health and insurance plans to robust retirement benefits that include company-matching contributions, to making sure you never stop learning, we believe investing in you is investing in our success. Working for a large, global organization, you’ll have a chance to grow professionally and personally, expand your network and build a rewarding and dynamic career. We also provide engaging learning and development opportunities to help you make the most of your talents and your role.

About us

As the world’s leading chemical company, we have been finding solutions for your everyday needs and addressing the most complex economic, environmental, and sustainability challenges for more than 150 years!

We constantly strive to become an even better workplace. As a result of our commitment to our employees, BASF has earned various awards, including being recognized by Mediacorp in 2025 as one of Canada's Top Employers for eleventh consecutive year, one of the Greater Toronto Area's Top Employers for the twelfth year in a row, and twice being named one of Canada's Top Employers for Young People and Best Diversity Employers.

We provide a fulfilling work environment with a strong emphasis on the physical and psychological safety of our employees and the communities we operate in. We are always working to form the best team with an emphasis on diversity, equity, and inclusion and through lifelong learning and development.

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