Field Production Specialist — Ag Ops & Data Insights

Bayer; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 151,000; Full time

Job summary

Bayer invites applications for the Area Field Production Specialist position based in Manito, IL. The role supports multiple crops and production stages, driving field production efficiency and alignment with commercial and pre-commercial goals.

You will collaborate with agronomists and cross-functional teams to optimize resources, ensure quality and compliance, and analyze field data while supporting end-to-end financial processes. The role requires travel and physical capability.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Ability to work during days, weekends and overtime as business needs require.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 60 lbs.
• 25% travel expected during peak season.
• Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Business, Operations Management, or a related field and a minimum of 5 years of applicable experience. Or High School Diploma or equivalent with 10 years of applicable experience.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Field Production Missions to plan and coordinate operational activities and alignment to operate within field P&L.
• Provide support for all crops within the field production region.
• Ensure the timely and efficient execution of Commercial production plans, aligning with mission objectives.
• Ensure execution of Pre-Commercial and Foundation Crop plans to meet advancement targets.
• Provides strategic insights for Parent Seed needs and positioning for current year as well as future years.
• Execute strategy through operational leadership by connecting with various networks around pipeline planning targets for current and future technologies.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Agriculture

10+ years experience with HS diploma

Job description

Bayer invites applications for the Area Field Production Specialist position based in Manito, IL. The role supports multiple crops and production stages, driving field production efficiency and alignment with commercial and pre-commercial goals.

You will collaborate with agronomists and cross-functional teams to optimize resources, ensure quality and compliance, and analyze field data while supporting end-to-end financial processes. The role requires travel and physical capability.