Agricultural Science Manager

4 weeks ago

South Melbourne, Victoria, Australia PepsiCo Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Agricultural Science Manager to join our team at PepsiCo. As a key member of our Ag Science team, you will be responsible for leading research projects and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to drive innovation and growth in our business.

Key Responsibilities
  • Design and execute field research projects with agronomy, Ag-Technology, and sustainable agriculture expertise.
  • Collaborate with potato breeders to develop and select varieties, recommend practices and technologies for sustainable crop high performance.
  • Lead projects to deliver specified goals, with a focus on the delivery of research programs in the agronomic, breeding, and Ag-Technology areas for our famous chipping potatoes.
  • Develop and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including growers, universities, and external research collaborators.
  • Account for budget estimates and tracking of spend against all projects under your control.
Requirements
  • PhD in Agriculture/Plant Physiology/Crop Science or equivalent, with ~5 years' experience in designing and executing field research projects.
  • +5 years experience working in a corporate setting, either an Ag Seed and Chemical or Food company.
  • Specialized knowledge of variety testing, statistical experimental design, field plot technique, statistical data analysis and interpretation, plus reporting.
  • Skilled in working with large datasets and statistical interpretation.
  • Excellent communication and reporting skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead projects to deliver specified goals.
  • Innovative research demonstrated through past experience and track record.
  • Demonstrated ability to execute projects within a project management framework.
  • Demonstrated ability to explain complex scientific concepts to other scientists and to non-technical business partners.
  • Ability to perform as part of a high-performing global working team.
  • Experience of working with, and managing, external vendors.
  • Possess excellent communication skills, verbal and written; ability to productively interact with people at all levels across the organization.
About Us

We are a progressive and people-focused business, committed to building and supporting an inclusive workforce that truly reflects the global communities we operate within. We believe our diverse workforce is the key to our success, and we offer a competitive benefits package, access to generous leave options, and a range of learning programs for your professional development.

We are recognized as a Top Employer in both Australia and New Zealand, and we are committed to creating a workplace that is inclusive, diverse, and supportive of all employees. If you are passionate about agricultural science and want to join a dynamic and innovative team, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

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