Seed Hub Operations Specialist

Keystone Cooperative • Summitville, IN

11d

About The Position

Our Seed Hub Operations Specialist will work closely with the Director of Seed Business to implement and execute the Keystone Seed Hub strategy to its fullest.

Requirements

• Possess great interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to demonstrate problem solving skills, include organization and scheduling of multiple tasks
• Willingness to learn new tasks; ability to brainstorm solutions
• Take initiative when answers need to be found
• Excellent communication skills – written and verbal
• Versatility, flexibility, and willingness to work through changing priorities
• Self-motivated to manage deadlines
• Work collaboratively in a team environment
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and ability to learn company specific software
• Demonstrate practical skills with sound understanding of site management, staff management and field operations
• Required overtime as the season demands.
• Minimum of a Class B CDL with appropriate endorsements
• Valid driver’s license; must be able to meet a Motor Vehicle Review in accordance with Company policy.
• Bachelor’s or associate degree, in agriculture or related field; or a combination of education and/or experience

Responsibilities

• Hub Operations Supports Keystone Cooperative’s stated Mission, Vision, and Business Values modeled in professional behaviors with our vendors and employees
• Identify and create efficiency of the greater Keystone Seed Business by looking across Hubs personnel, capital assets, and supply utilization.
• Be self-motivated to gain and demonstrate knowledge of products, services and technologies.
• Responsible for timely communication with the Seed Director on strategies and operational information that could improve outcomes.
• Support all downstream treatment of Soybeans, ensuring consistency and quality through onboarding, continued training and best practice sharing.
• Maintain a safe working environment.
• Ensure that department facilities and equipment meet all federal, state, and OSHA regulations.
• Manage costs by eliminating shrink, managing inventories, and maximizing efficiencies.
• Asset Evaluation- Maintenance Plans, new additions, or improvements to current assets.
• Maximize asset deployment.
• Communicate and collaborate cross hub logistics to maximize inventory and serve the customer’s needs locally.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Ensure timely orders and supply utilization.
• Provide coach, instruct & support on proper utilization of SSI Agvance & Seed Edge tools to Hub Specialist and Admin team
• Support ADMIN and Seed Hubs data entry and coding (Ie Replant & LCR)
• Be capable of supporting partner systems and processes.
• Work with Vendors systems to execute critical tasks by deadlines.
• Be knowledgeable in processes and communicate with Keystone Field.

Benefits

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus wellness programs to keep you feeling your best.
• Competitive 401(k) with company match, life insurance, and disability coverage.
• Generous time off with pay to recharge and spend with loved ones.
• Training, development opportunities, and tuition assistance to help you reach your goals.
• Exclusive savings and programs to make life outside of work even better.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree