Production Warehouse Operations Lead- Kenya

PRODUCTION WAREHOUSE OPERATIONS LEAD — KENYA Company: Bayer Reference Code: 874223 Location: Nairobi, Kenya Division: Crop Science ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY Bayer is seeking a strategic and operationally excellent Production Warehouse Operations Lead to join our Kenya Make Mission Team. In this pivotal role, you will shape the future of our seed production logistics and warehousing operations across the country. You'll develop and execute comprehensive strategies that optimize the movement, storage, and distribution of seed production inputs—from raw and foundation seeds to treating chemicals and packaging materials—ensuring they reach our multiple tolling sites efficiently and on schedule. This is more than a logistics position; it's an opportunity to drive operational excellence, maintain strict quality standards, and lead a team committed to precision and accountability in every task. WHAT YOU'LL DO You will take ownership of end-to-end warehouse operations and supply chain excellence. Your key responsibilities include: Developing and implementing logistics and warehousing strategies that align seamlessly with our field production and tolling operations across Kenya, ensuring optimized intake, storage and release procedures. Managing inbound and outbound transportation contracts to guarantee reliable, cost-effective seed movement while maintaining our quality operations standards. Overseeing stock coordination in SAP systems, from receiving through issuance, with a commitment to achieving 100 percent alignment between physical inventory and system records. Executing weekly stock counts and mass balancing exercises to maintain accurate, auditable inventory records and generating comprehensive operational reports including daily intake summaries, weekly inventories and monthly reconciliation reports. Developing and managing operational budgets and control systems that maximize resource efficiency in line with our Dynamic Resource Flows framework. Leading environmental, health, safety and compliance initiatives within warehouse operations across all operating sites, including implementation of onePSS and OMS protocols. Managing contracts with transporters, warehouse providers and temporary labour partners, ensuring full adherence to both legal requirements and Bayer policies. Training and supporting all team members in SAP and digital platform proficiency to enable consistent, accurate operations. Using onePSS to champion best practices such as Visual Management, tracking operational KPIs through Tier 2 and 3 meetings and driving continuous improvement. WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR You hold a Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance or Supply Chain Management. You bring at least five years of hands-on experience in warehouse operations, supply chain management or planning roles. You demonstrate proficiency with MS Office applications including Excel, Word, Project and email. You communicate clearly and persuasively in English, with strong interpersonal skills that inspire collaboration and positively influence others. You are results-driven, able to work independently and take initiative while thriving in team environments. You establish clear direction, make timely decisions and remain flexible in adapting to operational needs across multiple areas. ISO training is advantageous but not essential. WHY JOIN BAYER At Bayer, we are visionaries dedicated to solving humanity's greatest challenges. We're building a world where health for all and hunger for none becomes reality, not aspiration. You'll work alongside brilliant, diverse minds in a culture that values curiosity, energy and continuous learning. We offer meaningful work with genuine impact, opportunities for varied career growth and a community that respects unique perspectives. If you're hungry to make a real difference, this is your place. COMMITMENT TO INCLUSION Bayer welcomes applications from all individuals regardless of race, national origin, gender, age, physical characteristics, social origin, disability, union membership, religion, family status or pregnancy. We are committed to treating all applicants fairly and avoiding discrimination. If you require reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please reach out to nicole.gien.ext@bayer.com.