Administrative Coordinator

Corteva Agriscience; Johnston (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

Parental leave

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Corteva Agriscience is seeking an experienced Administrative Specialist to support Seed Product Development leaders and teams across multiple U.S. locations. You will manage calendars, coordinate complex meetings, and handle domestic and international travel with attention to policy compliance.

The role requires 5+ years of admin experience, strong MS Office and SharePoint skills, and a proactive, detail-oriented approach to confidential information and project tasks.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in business administration or related field; or a two-year technical diploma/degree or equivalent preferred.
• Five years of related administrative work experience.
• High proficiency with computer hardware and software.
• Extensive experience with Microsoft Office Suite; SharePoint experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex and changing calendars and meeting schedules for leaders and teams.
• Arrange on-site or off-site meetings; coordinate agendas, venue, tele/web conferencing, and documents.
• Coordinate and deliver key messages related to business operations on behalf of leaders.
• Plan and lead projects requiring data analysis, reporting, and milestone tracking.
• Oversee travel arrangements domestically and internationally, including passport/visa needs and policy compliance.
• Support interviews, onboarding for new hires, and expense reporting for candidates.
• Maintain adherence to company policies and R&D SOPs; protect confidential information.
• Attend and facilitate administrative meetings and training sessions for the Global Seed Product Development team.
• Monitor supplies and inventory; manage procurement as needed.

Skills

Calendar management

MS Office proficiency

Travel coordination

Budgeting & expenses

Interpersonal communication

Project management

Confidential information handling

Meeting logistics

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree in business administration

Two-year technical diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

SharePoint

Job description

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.

This role will perform complex administrative duties with minimal supervision and support a diverse group of Seed Product Development leaders and managers, along with their teams, within several U.S. and international locations. The incumbent will work in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment where organization, resourcefulness and flexibility are of the utmost importance. The ability to think proactively, manage confidential information, perform well under pressure and adapt to changing priorities is critical.

***Please note: there is no visa sponsorship or relocation assistance provided for this role.

What You'll Do:

• Manage complicated and ever-changing calendars and meeting schedules. Responsible for independently managing, prioritizing and resolving meeting requests.

• Determine the urgency and importance of the requests by reviewing and collecting additional information, as necessary.

• Arrange intricate meetings, which may be held on-site or off-site. The meeting complexity can range from large to small group departmental meetings, town halls, poster sessions/project reviews and may include coordination for external participants. May manage the meeting agenda, calendar, venue/conference room, organize meeting documents, coordinate tele/web conferencing, catering, etc. May provide input, take minutes, manage action items, distribute information and maintain file shares on network server.

• Coordinates, prepares and delivers key messages related to business operations on behalf of the leader. Initiates contacts to furnish or obtain information necessary to complete responsibilities, answer questions or to explain highly complex or confidential information.

• Plans, coordinates and leads business initiatives or special projects which require the research and analysis of information. Conduct analysis of data, business issues or problems. Exercises judgment in making appropriate conclusions and recommendations. Interprets and organizes data in the preparation of reports, spreadsheets or presentations. Keeps project team members apprised of developments or issues and recommends action for resolution. Summarizes results of project team meeting and adjusts work schedules as needed to meet established milestones. Ensures the resulting work products are accurate and professional.

• Coordinates the review of records for operating budgets, applying advanced financial analysis to assess current projections against prior year activity and identify gaps or discrepancies in submissions. Oversee capital management processes, including the strategic review and reconciliation of purchasing orders and accounts payables.

• Detailed travel management of both domestic and international travel. Ability to handle frequent last-minute changes and anticipate problems that could arise. Coordinate passport and visa requirements. Includes the responsibility of understanding the Business Travel and Expense Policy and completing monthly travel management systems reporting.

• Partner with research leaders and hiring managers for scheduling interviews, travel arrangements, expense reporting for candidates and onboarding for new hires. New hires include regular personnel or contractors.

• High degree of business knowledge in company policies, company guidelines, records retention compliance and R&D administrative SOP and job aids.

• Build and support the Global Seed Product Development team by attending and facilitating administrativemeetings and training sessions.

• Monitor supplies and inventory and order, as needed.

What Skills You Need:

• Associate’s degree in business administrative or related field; or a two-year technical diploma/degree or equivalent preferred. In lieu of formal education, experience equivalent to five years supporting a mid-to senior level leader and team is required.

• At least five years of related administrative work experience

• High degree of proficiency in applying technical expertise with computer hardware and software

• Extensive experience with Microsoft Office Suite, SharePoint experience preferred

• Positive attitude with an open-minded approach to learning

• Ability to be resourceful in acquiring needed information or knowledge about new or unfamiliar situations

• Demonstrate high degrees of business knowledge, tact and integrity

• Demonstrate high degree of networking skills

• Demonstrated high degree of problem-solving and analytical skills

• Relates effectively with diverse individuals and has credibility across business groups

• Proactive approach in planning for various needs and requirements of work group, including an awareness of the responsibilities of group members

• Ability to operate standard office equipment

• Ability to operate independently and take the initiative in accomplishing job responsibilities

• Strong oral and written communication skills

• Demonstrated project management skills

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and competing priorities, reprioritizing as needs change

• Ability to work effectively as part of a team

• Ability to maintain and protect confidential information

• Attention to detail

Benefits – How We’ll Support You:

• Numerous development opportunities offered to build your skills

• Be part of a company with a higher purpose and contribute to making the world a better place

• Health benefits for you and your family on your first day of employment

• Four weeks of paid time off and two weeks of well-being pay per year, plus paid holidays

• Excellent parental leave which includes a minimum of 16 weeks for mother and father

• Future planning with our competitive retirement savings plan and tuition reimbursement program

• Learn more about our total rewards package here - Vylor Benefits (https://hrportal.ehr.com/LinkClick.aspx?fileticket=joPuo3NxhtM%3d&portalid=423)

• Check out life at Vylor! https://www.linkedin.com/company/vylorgenetics/

Vylor is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to embracing our differences to enrich lives, advance innovation, and boost company performance. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, military or veteran status, pregnancy related conditions (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), disability or any other protected status in accordance with federal, state, or local laws.

Corteva Agriscience™ is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to boldly embracing the power of inclusion, diversity, and equity to enrich the lives of our employees and strengthen the performance of our company, while advancing equity in agriculture. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability or any other protected class. Discrimination, harassment and retaliation are inconsistent with our values and will not be tolerated. If you require a reasonable accommodation to search or apply for a position, please visit:Accessibility Page for Contact Information

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