Production Manager Seeds

1 maand geleden

Enkhuizen, Nederland Enza Zaden Voltijd
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This is why you want to join us as Production Manager Seeds at Enza Zaden

  • Lead and develop a seed production team, ensuring top quality and efficiency in seed delivery.

  • Contribute to strategic planning and the continuous improvement of production processes for tomatoes and eggplants.

  • Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless cooperation and success across the entire supply chain.

Make a difference as Production Manager Seeds

As our new Production Manager Seeds (internally: Crop Production Manager) you will lead and develop the production team. You are accountable for the global seed production of tomato and eggplant, delivering the right quantity of seeds at the right quality, at the right time, in an efficient manner.
Through participation in tactical cross functional S&OP Teams you will ensure cooperation throughout the supply chain. And as member of (crop) strategic teams contribute to the creation and execution of the strategic plans. Your Responsibilities:

  • Manage, coach and develop the team of Planners and Production Specialists;

  • Accountable for the seed production program and ensure key performance is met on quality, quantity, cost and timing. Monitor supplier performance and initiate annual performance reviews held with the Global Production and Contract Manager and key producers;

  • Leadership and active participation in S&OP, management and crop segment teams;

  • Contribute to a seamless end-to-end design and delivery by leading the proactive evaluation, with R&D and M&S, of variety development and producibility;

  • Development of business cases and/or manage small to medium projects for improvements on e.g. seed research & innovation, producibility and process optimization in our strive for continuous improvement;

  • Contribute to the development and implementation of the Enza Zaden production strategy on departmental and crop level.

What you bring as a future colleague
We are looking for a production manager, preferably familiar with the agricultural industry, who can build and develop his/her team to the next level. This requires a business minded, hands-on problem solving, pro-active professional with strong analytical capabilities and enthusiasm for the vegetable and agricultural industry. You bring good leadership skills and you can collaborate with senior stakeholders.
You have excellent and clear communication skills in English and it is a huge benefit if you can speak Dutch. You look for the best possible way to achieve goals and are able to connect and collaborate effectively with both internal and external stakeholders. Next to this you:

  • Have a BSc+ or MSc degree preferably in agronomy, supply chain or business;

  • Have > 4 years’ experience in project management: you bring experience in leading complex projects;

  • Bring good and proven experience (>8 years), including at least 4 years' experience in building, managing and coaching teams and individuals/departments;

  • Have experience in (agronomical) manufacturing and understanding challenges in product development, (seed) production processes and Sales & Operations Planning;

  • Have the ability to analyze and work with complex problems and large sets of data;

  • Possess strong teamwork skills and lead initiatives across various management levels;

  • Are willing to travel (within Europe and intercontinental).

Enza Zaden as your employer

With more than 2,800 passionate team members across the world, we're on a daily mission to develop the finest vegetable varieties. Our goal? To deliver seeds with that special something: vegetables with better taste, better yields, and better resistance. On our mission to feed the world, we challenge ourselves to gain deeper insights and find the next breakthrough. We grow and innovate together, and everyone’s contribution is valued. Throughout our 85 years, our family values, passion, independence and or focus on innovation have truly set us apart. Over 480 million people are eating our vegetables every day, something we are very proud of Our passion isn't just a trademark; it's our driving force, propelling our rapid growth. If you're ready to explore your potential and thrive in a supportive environment, we welcome you to develop your talents with us. The combination of entrepreneurship, initiative and a healthy dose of determination has made Enza Zaden great and brought us where we are today. Enza Zaden is and always will be in motion: in the past, present and future.   

What can you expect from us

As a family-owned company, we support you to thrive in all areas of life, so that you can be successful inside and outside of work. We offer:

  • Flexible work arrangements;

  • Access to a variety of wellbeing programs and healthy food options;

  • 25 paid vacation days (employees have the option to buy extra vacation days equivalent to two times their weekly working hours);

  • 1 paid vitality day for all, plus extra days as your age increases;

  • Laptop + smartphone.

We aspire to be a good employer that cares for our employees, both during and after their careers at Enza Zaden. Our most important benefits include:

  • Active partnership in your professional development (personal growth);

  • Tailor made development programs and global e-learning platform;

  • Employer sponsored retirement benefits.

Join us for a career that grows with you Are you curious to know more about Enza Zaden click on this link to our website.

Get in touch

Apply now using the application button. You will receive an automatic confirmation of your application within minutes, and we will respond to your application within 10 working days. 

Do you have any questions about our application process or the vacancy? Please feel free to reach out to:

Marjolijn Woudstra, Senior Recruitment Business Partner a.i. (m.woudstra@enzazaden.nl).

Good to know

  • A personal assessment is part of the application process; 

  • This position cannot be filled on an interim basis;

  • Enza Zaden is an equal opportunity employer and don’t discriminate based on background, identity or personal characteristics;

Acquisition in response to this vacancy is not appreciated.


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