This job is with Bayer UK & Ireland, an inclusive employer and a member of myGwork – the largest global platform for the LGBTQ business community. Please do not contact the recruiter directly. At Bayer we're visionaries, driven to solve the world's toughest challenges and striving for a world where ,Health for all, Hunger for none' is no longer a dream, but a real possibility. We're doing it with energy, curiosity and sheer dedication, always learning from unique perspectives of those around us, expanding our thinking, growing our capabilities and redefining 'impossible'. There are so many reasons to join us. If you're hungry to build a varied and meaningful career in a community of brilliant and diverse minds to make a real difference, there's only one choice. [[extTitle]] Key Tasks and Responsibilities: • Deliver on annual business objectives, market share and profitability targets through the effective development and implementation of portfolio strategy and seasonal campaign plans • Manage the OSR and Maize portfolios leading the Go to Market campaigns to develop the strategy and seek collaborative input from Market Development, Sales & Field Solutions • Develop marketing communications plans in conjunction with the Marketing Communications team through the development of seasonal Campaign Briefs • Ensure campaigns are delivered in line with business and portfolio objectives • Be instrumental in driving advocacy for the crop internally and externally to enhance sales • Be innovative to explore new solutions to overcoming agronomic challenges that farmers face within the crop, working with a team of cross functional experts to lead new initiatives such as Crop Systems • High levels of internal stakeholder engagement needed to transform and establish seed as a core pillar of the organisation • Support customer facing interactions to deliver on our objectives in seed and seed treatments • Develop a robust market analysis including market trends, competitor activities and customer insights to accurately forecast product requirements • Lead the UK Hybrid Wheat Project Team to develop the strategy and launch plan for Hybrid Wheat Systems • Sales & operational planning – lead the monthly S&OP process for Seed and seed treatments to accurately forecast product requirements and phasing • Support Market Development with creation of the marketing trials program, to ensure consistency with the Field Solutions trials and near to market products are incorporated at the appropriate time • Regulatory Science collaboration and alignment - seek regulatory expertise and information to support the development of portfolio strategy • Responsible for providing relevant portfolio information to internal stakeholders • Events - support the Communications Specialist with organisation and communications messaging for industry events • Manage market funding programs for the relevant portfolios in line with Global policy and regional guidance Who you are: • Relevant experience within the agricultural industry • BASIS Certificate in Crop Protection (preferable, but not essential if agriculture/farm experience is gained) • Relevant University Degree • Seed technical knowledge and understanding of the seed market • Sales and marketing experience or relevant qualifications • Visionary & innovative and able to work on own initiative • Results oriented individual with a strategic mindset • Strong communication skills and the ability to manage complex challenges Please note this is a 14 month Maternity Cover contract. Your Application: Be You at Bayer where you have the opportunity to be part of a culture influencing Health for all and Hunger for none. To achieve our vision we see reward for all our employees as incredibly important, so here are some of the benefits you will receive as a Bayer employee. What we offer Competitive compensation package consisting of an attractive base salary and annual bonus. Individual bonus can also be granted for top performance awards. 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private Healthcare, generous pension scheme and Life Insurance Wellness programs and support Employee discount scheme State of the art offices International career possibilities Flexible and and Hybrid working Help with home office equipment Volunteering days Support for professional growth in a wide range of learning and development opportunities We welcome and embrace diversity providing an inclusive working environment The best possible work-life balance is of great importance to us, which is why we support flexible hybrid working model. LI-UK Hybrid Bayer welcomes applications from all individuals, regardless of age, disability, gender identity/expression, family status, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation. We are committed to treating all applicants fairly and without discrimination. We continue to progressively embrace and adopt actions to advance our Diversity Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) commitments and aspirations, ForBetter. Bayer is committed to providing access and support for all individuals with disabilities and / or long term conditions - during the application process and beyond. Let us know if there is anything about the recruitment process that you would like to discuss, in particular if there are any changes or adjustments that would make it easier for you to apply please contact HROP_UKbayer.com. “At Bayer, sustainability is ingrained in our mission ‘Health for all, hunger for none’, driving our commitment to healthcare and agricultural innovation. We prioritise reducing our environmental footprint, enhancing our social impact, and ensuring sustainable business practices. As part of our team, you'll have opportunities to contribute to various initiatives such as achieving climate neutrality across our facilities by 2030, to improving access to healthcare and nutrition to 100 million underserved people worldwide by 2030. Join us and be part of a culture that values innovation and empowers change, as we strive to shape a healthier, more sustainable, and inclusive world.” Location: [[mfield3]] Division: Reference Code: [[id]]