Global Seed Production Leader: Scale Worldwide Seed Supply

Enza Zaden

Enkhuizen

On-site

EUR 87,000 - 124,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Salary range

Bonus program 15%

25 vacation days

Company car

Remote work allowance

Development program

Health & wellbeing support

Accommodation support

Job summary

Enza Zaden is seeking a Global Manager Production to lead the global seed production strategy and execution for the Mid-Tech Business Dynamics.

You will shape objectives, build production capabilities, and guide a high-performing team to ensure reliable seed supply worldwide in line with our mission “Breeding to feed the world.” You will develop and implement production strategies, collaborate with Business Dynamic leadership, Supply Chain, R&D, and commercial teams, and represent Production in

Qualifications

Master’s degree required in a relevant field with advanced knowledge.
Extensive experience leading cross‑functional teams in international settings.
Strong analytical skills and ability to work with complex datasets.
Proven track record in process improvement, project management and financial planning.

Responsibilities

Lead and develop a team of production professionals to achieve goals.
Represent Production within cross-functional Business Dynamic and Crop Segment teams.
Ensure compliance with quality, phytosanitary, IP protection, and regulatory requirements.
Contribute to crop strategic plans and business cases for new production concepts.
Lead production topics within the Tactical Seed Supply Team and align strategic with operational plans.
Monitor performance, identify improvements, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
Report to the VP Production and contribute to departmental strategy and execution.