Chief Strategy & Transformation Officer

Bayer • Chesterfield, MO

82d • $159,882 - $239,823

About The Position

As a strategic leader, you will spearhead transformative initiatives that align with the long-term objectives of Breeding and R&D, positioning the organization for sustained success. You will collaborate closely with the Leader of Breeding, Head of R&D, and R&D Chief of Staff, fostering an integrated approach across functions. Your role will involve championing high-impact projects and overseeing cross-functional task forces to drive innovation and operational excellence. You will optimize operations, enhance daily activities of global breeding leadership teams, and ensure responsiveness to market demands. By establishing KPIs and performance metrics, you will facilitate informed, data-driven decision-making, ensuring accountability and alignment with strategic goals. You will lead strategic planning for breeding leadership team meetings and retreats, representing the Head of Breeding in internal and external engagements, and acting as a strategic partner between Breeding, Commercial, and Product Supply on cross-regional and global initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Life Sciences, or related field
• 18+ years of experience within R&D and Product Supply in strategic and operational roles
• Experience leading large, complex global teams across regions and cultures
• Proven track record of managing executive-level projects and cross-functional teams
• Exceptional communication, organizational, and leadership skills
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to synthesize complex information
• Strong business acumen and understanding of business principles, financial analysis, and operational processes

Responsibilities

• Drive strategic vision by spearheading transformative strategic initiatives
• Collaborate with leadership teams to prioritize and manage critical business objectives
• Champion and oversee special projects and cross-functional task forces
• Oversee and enhance daily operations of global breeding leadership teams
• Identify and eliminate bottlenecks in organizational processes
• Establish and monitor KPIs and performance metrics for data-driven decision-making
• Foster a culture of collaboration and alignment across Breeding and R&D
• Lead strategic planning for breeding leadership team meetings and retreats
• Serve as a key representative for the Head of Breeding in engagements
• Act as a strategic partner on cross-regional and global initiatives
• Function as a strategic liaison between the Head of Breeding and the Head of R&D
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships throughout the organization

Benefits

• Health care
• Vision
• Dental
• Retirement
• PTO
• Sick leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees