Trial Logistics Specialist (Permanent Full time)

Location: Morden, MB

DL Seeds is seeking a highly motivated individual to lead field trial logistics, seed inventory management, and seasonal team operations for our research program across Western Canada.

Core Responsibilities

- Trial Logistics & Seed Preparation: Coordinate field research trials, including seed treatment applications, trial packaging, and organizing the distribution of research seed across DL Seeds global breeding network.
- Harvest & Quality Testing: Manage the shipping and processing of harvest samples. Oversee execution of internal and external seed testing requirements.
- Inventory Management: Track inbred and hybrid seed inventories within the DL Seeds’ database.
- Facility Management: Lead workspace management for seed processing and inventory). Facilities Responsible for purchasing and inventory of field research supplies for the DL Seeds’ Agronomy Team.
- Seasonal Staff Leadership: Hire, train, schedule, and supervise seasonal staff during peak operational periods. Coordinate staff support for Agronomy Team during seeding, trial maintenance, and harvest while ensuring compliance with safe work procedures.

Requirements:
- Degree or Diploma in Agriculture, Agronomy, Supply Chain, or a related field. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
- 1-2 seasons of experience in agricultural research, seed handling, or trial logistics is considered an asset.




- Strong organizational and time management skills to handle multiple priorities, manage peak operational workloads, and meet tight seasonal deadlines.
- Excellent attention to detail, interpersonal, teamwork, and communication skills, with the ability to lead and supervise seasonal staff effectively.
- Proficiency in MS Office applications (Excel, Word, Teams) and comfort working with inventory or database software.
- Must be a resident of Canada with a valid Class 5 driver’s license (Class 3 driver’s license is considered an asset) There is no public transportation to research station locations.
- Ability to lift/handle seed bags and sample boxes, with the flexibility to work extended hours during peak seed preparation and harvest seasons.

What We Offer:
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Collaborative, diverse, and inclusive culture
- Career development opportunities
- Work-life flexibility (i.e., flex hours outside peak operational periods)

DL Seeds Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that develops new canola and pulse varieties for the North American, European, and Australian marketplaces. Check out our website at www.dlseeds.ca. DL Seeds thanks all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Benefits

- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Work Location: In person

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