International Seed Logistics & Compliance Specialist

Make a real impact on global Animal Health by helping manage, test, and document the seeds that form the foundation of our vaccines. Join our International Seed Management team in Boxmeer and play a key role in safeguarding the quality and continuity of our life‑saving products as an:

International Seed Logistics & Compliance Specialist

Welcome in our team

The International Seed Management (ISM) group is part of Bioprocess Technology Solutions. ISM manages the global production, testing, documentation, and storage of master, working, and first-production seeds, as well as production cells, supporting continuous manufacturing and timely registration of Animal Health vaccines and biologics.

About the role

You will be responsible for coordinating the end-to-end process of international seed shipments, including arranging local seed testing and monitoring the progress and results of samples submitted for QC analysis. The position also ensures accurate documentation and archiving of all seed-related records, such as seed reports and lineage charts, and supports the development and maintenance of work instructions and SOPs.

In addition, the role provides administrative and logistical support to various quality processes, such as verifying that seeds are stored correctly at our Animal Health sites across the Europe and Asia-Pacific regions, to help maintain compliance and ensure the integrity of the global seed management system.

Tasks and responsibilities include but are not limited to

• Ensure correct storage of Master, Working, and Production seeds across all designated sites.
• Monitor seed storage compliance at Animal Health locations in Europe and Asia-Pacific.
• Coordinate the full seed shipment process—from receipt and storage to dispatch and documentation.
• Liaise with the shipping department and couriers to guarantee smooth logistics.
• Document all international seed shipments accurately.
• Organize local seed tests and follow up on sample availability and QC results.
• Manage archiving activities and maintain accurate seed documentation.
• Create and update work instructions and SOPs related to seed management.
• Support continuous improvement efforts, including procedure updates and handling deviations and CAPAs.

Your profile

• A completed bachelor’s degree (HBO) in laboratory technology, biotechnology, virology, or a related field.
• Preferably 3–5 years of experience in an industrial laboratory or a shipping/GMP environment.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, in Dutch and English.
• A strong sense of ownership and accuracy in your work.
• A team‑oriented mindset: you enjoy collaborating and supporting colleagues where needed.
• Independence and a proactive attitude in taking on tasks and responsibilities.

What we offer

We welcome you to a truly global, dynamic and challenging environment with great opportunities for personal development. Our benefits are very competitive, and the summary below will give you an idea of what you can expect.

• Competitive salary and a 3% year-end allowance;
• 35,5 days of leave;
• Attractive collective health care insurance package with considerable reduction rates;
• Solid Pension Plan;
• Annual bonus based on own and company performance;
• Travel allowance for commuting;
• A high‑quality company restaurant offering fresh and healthy options every day.
• Excellent accessibility: the train station is located directly next to our main entrance, and there is ample parking available.
• A contribution toward your personal sports membership to support your vitality.
• A beautiful private park on site — perfect for a walk, a break, or a moment of relaxation.
• Mental well‑being support through Lyra Health for you and your family members.
• Access to a dedicated prayer/meditation room.
• Extensive growth opportunities thanks to the size of the site and the wide range of disciplines and global departments represented in Boxmeer.

Animal Health

Our Animal Health Division is a trusted global leader in veterinary medicine, dedicated to preserving and improving health, well-being, and performance of animals and the people who care for them. We are a global team of professionals working together to make a positive difference in animal care and the world’s food supply and have a deep sense of responsibility towards our customers, consumers, animals, society, and our planet.

Through our commitment to The Science of Healthier Animals®, we offer veterinarians, farmers, pet owners and governments one of the widest ranges of veterinary pharmaceuticals, vaccines and health management solutions and services as well as an extensive suite of digitally connected identification, traceability and monitoring products. We invest in dynamic and comprehensive R&D resources and a modern, global supply chain. We are present in more than 50 countries, while our products are available in some 150 markets.

For questions about this vacancy

Please send an email including the vacancy number and job title to the following email address: [email protected].