Potato Seed Program Lead — Supply & Growth

PepsiCo Deutschland GmbH; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Company car

Phone

Generous leave options

Discounted private health insurance

Financial coaching

Counselling sessions

Flu vaccinations

Skin checks

Job summary

PepsiCo Australia is seeking an Australian Potato Seed Manager to lead the potato seed program and ensure volume, quality and secure supply across PepsiCo’s varieties. You will translate the variety strategy into an integrated seed pipeline, allocation and grower development plan to improve chipstock performance and factory supply.

The role focuses on managing seed growers, biosecurity and regulatory compliance, supporting variety commercialization and agronomy programs, with strong stakeholder

Qualifications

• Degree in Agricultural Science or a related field, with 5+ years’ experience in seed production, agronomy, agricultural supply chain, or R&D.
• Strong knowledge of crop production, seed systems, pest and disease management, and best practices.
• Experience in planning, forecasting, data analysis, risk management, and operational execution.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and presentation skills across growers, technical experts, and business leaders.
• Proficiency with digital tools, inventory management, and working independently in dispersed environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute seed supply strategies to ensure reliable availability aligned with crop demand and business objectives.
• Manage seed growers and supplier partnerships to drive performance, quality, and supply continuity.
• Oversee seed quality, inventory, storage, and distribution processes to optimize operational efficiency.
• Lead seed-related biosecurity, pest, disease, certification, and regulatory compliance activities.
• Support variety commercialization, agronomy programs, and business planning through effective stakeholder collaboration and reporting.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Communication

Presentation skills

Data analysis

Independent work

Education

Degree in Agricultural Science or related field

Postgraduate qualification or MBA

Tools

Inventory management

Digital tools

R&D knowledge

Job description

PepsiCo Australia is seeking an Australian Potato Seed Manager to lead the potato seed program and ensure volume, quality and secure supply across PepsiCo’s varieties. You will translate the variety strategy into an integrated seed pipeline, allocation and grower development plan to improve chipstock performance and factory supply.

The role focuses on managing seed growers, biosecurity and regulatory compliance, supporting variety commercialization and agronomy programs, with strong stakeholder