Lead, Molecular Breeding & Genomics Strategy

Enza Zaden Services B.V.; Enkhuizen; On-site; EUR 66,669 - 95,239; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great to Grow program

15% annual bonus program

Remote work allowance

Job summary

Enza Zaden invites applications for Manager Molecular Breeding, a strategic leadership role based in Enkhuizen or Spain. You will steer an international team of genomic breeders and pre-breeders, translating long-term crop strategies into impactful breeding solutions across programs.

You will influence breeding strategy, accelerate adoption of molecular and data-driven technologies, and collaborate with breeders, molecular biologists, data scientists, and partners to deliver world-class

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Plant Breeding, Genetics, Biotechnology, Life Sciences or related field.
• 6–8 years of experience in molecular/plant breeding or related discipline.
• Proven people-management experience in international teams.
• Strong knowledge of modern breeding technologies, biotechnology, genomics, and data analysis.
• Fluency in English, written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop an international team of genomic breeders and pre-breeders in NL, Spain, and France.
• Translate long-term crop strategies into actionable breeding initiatives with cross-functional teams.
• Drive adoption of molecular and data-driven breeding technologies across programs.
• Optimize genetics introduction processes and transfer from research to breeding.
• Interpret complex breeding data: genealogy, phenotype, genotype, and trait architecture.
• Act as a key stakeholder for digital tools, software implementation, and IP management where applicable.

Skills

Leadership

Genomics

Data analysis

Stakeholder management

English fluency

Education

MSc in Plant Breeding/Genetics/BIotech

Tools

Genomics tools

Job description

Enza Zaden invites applications for Manager Molecular Breeding, a strategic leadership role based in Enkhuizen or Spain. You will steer an international team of genomic breeders and pre-breeders, translating long-term crop strategies into impactful breeding solutions across programs.

You will influence breeding strategy, accelerate adoption of molecular and data-driven technologies, and collaborate with breeders, molecular biologists, data scientists, and partners to deliver world-class