Job ID: 123722

We are looking for a Regional Head of Operations, Americas to join our Agricultural Solutions team based in Parma, ID for BASF | Nunhems Vegetable Seeds.

Come create chemistry with us!

BASF’s Agricultural Solutions division connects innovation, customers, partners and agricultural experts and integrates sustainability criteria into all business decisions. We help farmers deliver the best possible outcomes, working to achieve the balance between economic, environmental, and social value creation for sustainable and efficient agriculture.

As the Regional Head of Operations for the Americas, you will develop and implement a Regional Strategic Plan and Regional Tactical Plan for Operations in alignment with the global Operations Strategy. This will encompass areas of expertise such as Production, Processing, Quality Control & Assurance, Supply Chain, and Site Services. You will manage regional Operations activities for Production, Processing, Quality Control & Assurance, and Supply Chain by implementing regional tactical plans while ensuring effective and efficient operational execution.

As a Regional Head of Operations, Americas, you create chemistry by...

• Defining and aligning the regional Operations Strategy in close collaboration with global Supply Chain, Production, Quality, and Processing teams, ensuring consistent governance and tactical execution across the Americas.
• Developing a cross-functional, crop-aligned Regional Tactical Plan to translate global strategy into actionable regional initiatives, while steering functional departments and monitoring performance through defined KPIs and targets.
• Managing the end-to-end seed supply chain—from multiplication to customer delivery—to meet regional demand plans with optimal quality, cost, and timeliness, in accordance with global standards and service level agreements.
• Ensuring operational effectiveness, quality assurance, and inventory availability by applying globally authorized processes, conducting risk-based assessments, and aligning with inventory strategies to support reliable seed throughput.
• Implementing fit-for-purpose IT systems (e.g., ERP, LIMS, BI) in collaboration with Operations Support and IT, enabling robust data management, planning, automation, and performance tracking across operational functions.
• Fostering a high-performance culture by managing resources, budgets, infrastructure, and employee development through HPO principles, while embedding safety, sustainability, and continuous improvement into daily operations.

If you...

• Have a Bachelor's degree in a related field. Master’s Degree in a related field, strongly preferred.
• Possess fifteen years of experience and knowledge in the vegetable seed industry.
• Bring a minimum of five years’ leadership experience within a matrix organization structure; international leadership is preferred.
• Demonstrate expertise in organizational, people, and change management.
• Show awareness and involvement in safety, quality management, and sustainability aspects.
• Engage in personal development, coaching, and training of managers.
• Understand seed production, seed processing, quality control & assurance, supply chain, and vegetable seed markets (preferred).
• Are proficient in MS Office; have basic knowledge of Tableau, QMS, document management systems (e.g., Elements), and ERP systems (e.g., SAP), strongly preferred.
• Are able to travel up to 50% domestically and internationally

Create your own chemistry with you@BASF

At BASF, you will have the chance to do meaningful work towards building a more sustainable future. In addition to competitive compensation and benefits, BASF provides you with access to a wide range of elements to help you be your best. It’s what we call you@BASF. We are committed to providing benefits, programs, and opportunities that support our employees’ overall well-being, personal growth, and a safe, collaborative, and inclusive work environment.

Just some of the many benefits we offer include:

• Flexible work arrangements whenever possible
• Highly competitive retirement savings plan with company match and investment options
• Well-being programs that include comprehensive mental health support for you and your household family members
• Family forming benefits (fertility, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, maternity/parental leave, and more)
• Back-up child and elder care with discount programs for families of all ages and stages
• Mentoring and career development opportunities that allow you to share, learn, and thrive
• Matching gifts program that allows you to deepen the impact of your contributions to qualified charities.
• Employee crisis support for when the unexpected happens
• Access to our BASF wine cellar, employee discounts, and much more!

About us

As one of the largest chemical companies in North America we have been finding solutions for your everyday needs and addressing the most complex economic, environmental, and sustainability challenges for more than 150 years!

At BASF we empower our employees with the tools, guidance and opportunities they need to advance and succeed in work and life. Giving you the support you need to be your best and fulfill your personal ambitions is what helps us create chemistry. After all, our success is linked to yours. Whatever path you envision, BASF is a great place to build a rewarding, successful career.

Belong to Something Bigger. #belongatBASF

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