Continuous Improvement Consultant

Join Vylor—Powering the Future of Agriculture At Vylor, we’re advancing agriculture through breakthrough science—combining elite germplasm, cutting‑edge biotech, and next‑generation expertise in gene editing and molecular breeding. Our portfolio includes trusted industry brands like Pioneer®, Brevant®, and Hoegemeyer®, delivering performance farmers rely on. We have an exciting opportunity for a Regional Continuous Improvement Consultant . The Regional Continuous Improvement Consultant drives operational excellence and cultural transformation within Global Seed Operations. This role leads regional CI projects, supports global initiatives, and ensures measurable impact on cost, quality, reliability, and efficiency. Acting as a change agent, the CI Consultant promotes adoption and progression of CI methodologies, delivers training, and partners with cross‑functional leaders to align improvement efforts with strategic objectives and financial targets. The consultant also identifies opportunities for process optimization and collaborates with regional teams to implement sustainable solutions that enhance performance and embed CI behaviors across operations. VISA Sponsorship is not available for this position. This is a hybrid role working in‑office Tuesday–Thursday; remote Monday and Friday. Selected candidate will be able to office from their choice of the following locations: Princeton IL, St Joseph IL, Woodhull IL, Plymouth IN, Rushville, IN, Tipton IN, Worthington, IN or Constantine MI. Responsibilities Support Lean Management System implementations and ongoing sustainment of the management system. Deliver formal training and coaching on Lean, Six Sigma, and CI tools to build organizational capability. Facilitate kaizen events, workshops, and problem‑solving sessions to accelerate improvement. Use data and analytics to identify improvement opportunities and monitor performance. Support governance processes and maintain accurate reporting of CI initiatives. Act as a change agent by driving adoption of CI methodologies and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Engage stakeholders to align CI initiatives with business priorities and ensure collaboration across functions. Partner with cross‑functional leaders to align CI initiatives with strategic objectives and financial targets. Collaborate across functions to ensure global standards are adapted and deployed effectively at the regional level. Support development and deployment of CI strategy and methodology within scope of role. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, agronomy or related field. Experience in manufacturing, supply chain, or agricultural operations preferred. Experience in CI, Lean, Six Sigma, change management or operational excellence roles is preferred. Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (or equivalent) or higher is desired in advance or should be developed within 1 year in the role. Familiarity in data analytics and visualization tools. Excellent communication and influencing skills; ability to lead without authority. Ability to communicate effectively in English is essential (written and verbal). Ability to present and facilitate effectively for diverse cross‑functional groups. Domestic travel required 25% - 40%. Benefits – How We’ll Support You Numerous development opportunities offered to build your skills. Be part of a company with a higher purpose and contribute to making the world a better place. Health benefits for you and your family on your first day of employment. Four weeks of paid time off and two weeks of well‑being pay per year, plus paid holidays. Excellent parental leave which includes a minimum of 16 weeks for mother and father. Future planning with our competitive retirement savings plan and tuition reimbursement program. Learn more about our total rewards package here - Corteva Benefits. Check out life at Vylor! Corteva announced to separate our current advanced seed and genetics business to establish a standalone company, operating as Vylor, Inc. The process of the planned separation is anticipated to be completed the fourth quarter of 2026, subject to legal requirements and board approval. Should you accept this position, it is anticipated that, following conclusion of the separation, you would be an employee of Vylor, Inc. and your employment would be governed by Vylor, Inc. employment processes, programs, policies, and benefit plans. In that case, details of any planned changes would be provided to you by Vylor, Inc. at an appropriate time and subject to any necessary consultation processes. Vylor is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to embracing our differences to enrich lives, advance innovation, and boost company performance. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, military or veteran status, pregnancy related conditions (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), disability or any other protected status in accordance with federal, state, or local laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr