Bisa-jabalpur Station Operations Assistant

The Borlaug Institute for South Asia BISA is a non-profit international research institute dedicated to food nutrition and livelihood security as well as environmental rehabilitation in South Asia which is home to more than 300 million undernourished people BISA is a collaborative effort involving CIMMYT and the Indian Council for Agricultural Research ICAR Please refer to this website for more information BISA is looking for an outstanding self-motivated and result-oriented professional for the position of Jabalpur Station Operations Assistant The position is responsible for managing farm operations seed production processes inventory procurement activities financial compliance and administrative coordination to ensure smooth functioning of the BISA Research Station and associated units The location of this position will be Jabalpur M P Responsibilities Activities 1 Inventory Stock Management Manage and maintain the Stock Register of consumables using the FIFO First-In-First-Out method Maintain proper records of inventory consumables and standing crops Prepare valuations for seeds consumables and crops in the field 2 Farm Operations Documentation Monitor and control farm operations including recording of activities issuance of indents PR Purchase Requisition GRN Goods Receipt Note SRN Stock Return Note and gate passes Follow proper procedures for procurement and disposal of farm produce Maintain and update the production register documenting all production activities 3 Seed Production Processing Prepare and maintain accurate records for seed processing covering raw production to final processed seed Manage and maintain the Seed Production Unit ensuring compliance with quality standards Prepare and maintain the sales register for seeds and or grains sold during the year 4 Vendor Financial Coordination Oversee vendor management ensuring timely submission and settlement of bills and invoices Ensure adherence to all financial administrative HR and procurement guidelines as per organizational policies Coordinate with Finance as needed for documentation clarifications and settlement processes 5 Facility Asset Management Manage the BISA Training Hostel ensuring compliance with insurance safety standards and operational requirements Maintain and update the fixed asset register ensuring proper tagging and documentation of all fixed assets Ensure proper maintenance and functioning of farm equipment tools and facilities 6 Systems Software Management Maintain manual records and operate ERP systems such as SAP D365 as applicable Generate accurate reports and ensure timely submission of data to relevant teams 7 Additional Responsibilities Maintain structured records of farm activities and ensure data accuracy and timeliness in reporting Support routine farm and administrative operations as needed Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor to support farm and project operations Requirements Bachelor s degree in agriculture Agribusiness or related field Proficiency in ERP systems D365 Minimum 3 years of experience in farm operations seed production processing or agribusiness Hands-on use of ERP systems preferably Microsoft D365 for inventory or operations management Practical experience in inventory handling stock management and warehouse seed unit coordination Strong knowledge of farm operations seed processing and inventory management Strong communication and coordination experience with vendors farmers or field teams Hands on basic Microsoft Office Word Excel PowerPoint Outlook Benefits The position is for an initial fixed-term contract of 12 months after which further employment is subject to performance and the continued availability of funds BISA offers an attractive remuneration package with a range of benefits including health insurance Candidates must for IN25168 BISA-Jabalpur Station Operations Assistant Applications must include a CV with contact details telephone and email address of 3 work-related references along with the confirmation that Recruitment team can contact them and a cover letter Incomplete applications will not be taken into consideration Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted BISA is an equal opportunity employer It fosters a multicultural work environment that values gender equality teamwork and respect for diversity Women are encouraged to apply