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Bayer Field Production Supervisor Job Vacancy 2026 – Ethiopia

Bayer
1 hour ago
Full-time
On-site
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Agriculture Jobs in Ethiopia

Bayer Job Vacancy 2026: Bayer is hiring a Field Production Supervisor for its Crop Science division in Ethiopia. The position focuses on commercial seed production, grower management, crop production activities, and seed production quality and compliance. Applicants should have an undergraduate degree in Agriculture, at least 5 years of experience in seed production management, a valid driving license, and the ability to work at remote production sites.

Job Summary

The Field Production Supervisor will be responsible for sourcing and developing a grower network for commercial seed hybrids and supporting commercial seed production goals. The role includes grower evaluation and recruitment, crop planning, grower account management, supervision of field production activities, production performance reviews, and compliance with company policies and applicable regulations.

Employer: Bayer
Job Title: Field Production Supervisor
Job Category: Agriculture / Seed Production
Division: Crop Science
Location: Ethiopia
Employment Type: Permanent
Position Grade: E13
Reference Code: 890453
Advertising Period: October 7–20, 2026

About the Role

The Field Production Supervisor will support commercial seed production by developing and managing grower networks and supervising production activities from land preparation through harvest and post-harvest operations. The role also involves working with internal teams, growers, government seed inspectors, and other stakeholders involved in seed production.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct annual grower evaluations to ensure compliant and high-performing growers are retained on the grower register.
  • Ensure surface allocations align with the country crop plan and that growers are assigned according to the crop plan.
  • Source and recruit new growers and develop existing growers to support the long-range crop plan.
  • Ensure compliance with relevant P2P processes and government regulations.
  • Assign appropriate grower accounts in SAP and manage SAP grower account processes.
  • Ensure compliance with internal company policies and external regulations related to seed production.
  • Supervise land preparation, planting, crop development, detasseling, male removal, dry-downs, harvesting, and post-harvest activities.
  • Participate in dispute management with growers.
  • Contribute to production performance reviews and improvement plan follow-ups, including area analysis processes.
  • Ensure Bayer’s human rights and ESH policies and guidelines are implemented at growing sites.
  • Ensure cases of non-compliance are addressed according to applicable policies.

Key Working Relations

The position works with:

  • Foundation Seed team
  • Product Quality and Quality Testing teams
  • Seed Production Innovation teams
  • Government seed inspectors
  • Growers

Education and Experience

Education:

  • Undergraduate degree in Agriculture.

Experience:

  • At least 5 years of experience in seed production management.

Skills and Qualifications

  • Competency in seed production operations.
  • Good conceptual and analytical thinking skills.
  • Strong conceptual and analytical thinking skills.
  • Strong problem-solving skills.
  • Strong planning and organizational skills.
  • Excellent collaboration skills.
  • Ability to work across all levels of the organization and influence without authority.
  • Valid driving license.
  • Ability to work at remote production sites.

Application Period

October 7–20, 2026

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should apply through the Bayer careers application portal:

https://career5.successfactors.eu/career?career_ns=job_listing&company=C0003153479P&career_job_req_id=890453

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process may contact:

ssa.recruitment@bayer.com

Equal Opportunity

Bayer states that it welcomes applications from individuals regardless of characteristics protected under applicable law and is committed to fair treatment and non-discrimination throughout the recruitment process.

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