Seed Technology Support Specialist

Takii Europe B.V; De Kwakel; Remote; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work from home possible

Salary growth with tenure

Overtime paid

Job summary

Takii Europe B.V. is seeking a Seed Technology Support Specialist to join the Quality Assurance Group and collaborate with R&D and Sales across the EMEA region.

The role focuses on seed physiology research, process optimization, data collection, and translating results into actionable insights for internal teams. The ideal candidate has HBO-level education in life sciences, excellent data skills, and familiarity with statistical tools.

Qualifications

• HBO-level education in life sciences or equivalent field is required.
• Analytical and pragmatic mindset with comfort working with data, databases and statistics.

Responsibilities

• Participate in and assist with various projects across different areas within Seed Technology.
• Conduct seed physiology research, trials and data analysis to optimize seed quality and performance.
• Establish and review process controls, troubleshoot techniques, and support seed technology procedures.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Data analysis

Education

HBO-level education in life sciences

Tools

Office 365

R

Python

Job description

The function of Seed Technology Support Specialist is a support role for Takii Europe’s Supply Chain and Sales department in the EMEA region. The Seed Technology Support Specialist will be part of Takii Europe’s Quality Assurance Group but cooperates with R&D and Sales as well in an operational and commercial context throughout the organization.

What you will be doing

As Seed Technology Support Specialist, you will participate in and assist with various projects across different areas:

• Seed Physiology Research, conducting research and trials on seed physiology and germination processes. You will investigate environmental and genetic factors affecting seed performance, including seed dormancy, maturation and aging, with the aim of optimizing seed quality.
• Applied Seed Technology, establishing, maintaining and reviewing process controls and optimizing seed technology procedures. You will also support the Seed Processing department in troubleshooting equipment and finding practical solutions to technical challenges.
• Trials and Experiments, preparing, conducting and scoring laboratory and field trials, as well as analysing the results. You will contribute to translating new scientific protocols into practical, day-to-day routines.
• Data Analysis and Reporting, collecting, analysing and reporting data from trials and experiments. You will translate research results into clear insights and recommendations for internal teams and stakeholders.
• Innovation and Technology, staying up to date with developments in seed physiology and related technologies. You will identify opportunities to improve pre- and post-harvest processes, with a focus on efficiency, data accuracy and cost-effectiveness.
• External Collaboration, maintaining good working relationships with external seed processing partners and working with relevant laboratories, industry partners and other organizations.
• Compliance and Documentation, ensuring that activities and processes comply with company requirements, industry regulations and quality standards.

In short, as Seed Technology Support Specialist, you will contribute to improving seed technology and processing through a combination of scientific research, practical problem-solving and data-driven insights. Your work will help Takii continuously improve the quality, efficiency and reliability of its seed processes.

What we expect from you

You have a minimum HBO-level education in life sciences, applied plant research or an equivalent field, preferably with experience in research and development within the agricultural or horticultural sector. You have an analytical and pragmatic mindset and are comfortable working with data, databases and statistical analysis.

You can work independently as well as in a team, manage multiple projects and set the right priorities. You communicate effectively with colleagues across different departments and levels. Experience with Office 365 and statistical software such as R or Python is an advantage. You have a good command of English and Dutch.

What we do for you

Takii has gained a special reputation as a good employer. We do our utmost to create a beneficial working environment that meets the conditions for you to enjoy your job. After all, that works well for both you and Takii!

You will receive a salary that grows with you as you make your mark in the organisation. For most positions, overtime is either compensated or paid. When your job allows for it, you may work from home.

Takii naturally wants to maximise your talents. In our organisation there are plenty of opportunities for you to grow and develop yourself. And if you grow, you also get to blossom. We are always looking for future leaders and specialists at all levels in the company.

Introducing Takii

Takii is an ambitious and innovative company in vegetable and flower breeding. Takii exists to make the world a little happier. With our motto “creating tomorrow today” we consider it our mission to enrich people’s lives by breeding unique vegetable and flower varieties and producing and selling seeds.

Takii originally began as a Japanese family business. We are proud of its rich tradition. With independent branches worldwide, Takii is at home in every culture. Also, in yours.

How we do things

Takii may be characterised as an intentionally flat organisation. This means that we are all available to one another, because only together can we reach our goal. Our people are team players for whom quality, respect, and reliability come naturally. Everyone at Takii takes their responsibility and shows initiative. We consider this very important because Takii wants to be an agile customer-oriented company.