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On-site in Murcia·Full-time·Added 4 months ago (last checked 19 Oct)
Enza Zaden
9 open roles
Our summary
- Work mode
- On-site, Murcia
- Contract
- Full-time
- Experience
- 5+ years
- Education
- University degree
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Skills
Requirements
What we're looking for
- Higher professional education (HBO/University) level of work and thinking;
- At least 5 years of experience in seed cultivation;
- At least 8 years of management experience in an operational environment;
- Demonstrable experience building and managing a production site;
- Strong leadership skills: coaching, motivating, expanding, and developing teams;
- Strategic insight into planning, budgeting, and organizational development;
- Strong communication skills and a focus on collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
You are entrepreneurial, analytical, results-oriented, and have a green thumb - you understand the dynamics of greenhouse vegetable cultivation (at least 8 years of experience in greenhouse production) and know how to translate this into operational success.
You are willing to travel to other production locations during the initial phase.
The role
📍 Murcia, Spain
🕒 Full-time
For our new site to be built in El Albujón - Cartagena, we are looking for a results-oriented, entrepreneurial Site Manager to join the Seed Operations team in Spain. The planned start date for this position is September.
What you'll do
- You will be responsible for the management of the site, focusing on seed production.
- You will manage ultimately a team consisting of Agronomists, Team Leads, and Crop Workers, including permanent employees and seasonal workers.
- You will ensure optimal seed production with the correct certifications, in accordance with Enza Zaden quality standards.
- You will develop and implement strategic multi-year plans for cultivation, production, organization, people, processes, and facilities, taking into account the continuous development of the site's capacity and quality.
- You will actively contribute to the continuous improvement of operational processes.
- You will ensure the health, safety, and sustainability (of employees) at the site. You will report to the Production Operations Manager.
- You will work closely with Global Crop Production Managers (to coordinate the cultivation plan and discuss cultivation performance), Production Specialists, Quality Assurance, and external suppliers.
Hiring process
Apply now using the application button. You will receive an automatic confirmation of your application within minutes, and we will respond to your application.
Do you have any questions about our application process? Please feel free to reach out to:
Rosabel Barroso, r.barroso@enzazaden.es
About Enza Zaden
Enza Zaden is a global vegetable-breeding company headquartered in Enkhuizen, the Netherlands. It develops and markets seeds for over 30 vegetable crops, with a strong focus on breeding innovations such as disease resistance (e.g., ToBRFV-resistant tomatoes) and sustainable production. The company operates worldwide, with research, production, and sales activities across Europe, the Americas, Africa, Asia, and Oceania.
- Industry
- Vegetable Seeds
- Founded
- 1938
- Employees
- 1,000–5,000
- Headquarters
- Enkhuizen, Netherlands
- In Spain
- Almería, Murcia, Valencia
Good to know if you are moving
- Enza Zaden has a significant presence in Spain, with breeding and research stations, seed production sites, and sales offices.
- The company offers roles in Spain such as Pre-Breeder, Crop Worker, Head of Breeding Tomato Mid Tech, Manager Breeding Tomato, Researcher, Sales Representative, and Senior Breeder.
- Working at Enza Zaden involves collaboration with international teams and exposure to global vegetable breeding programs.
- Spain's Mediterranean climate is ideal for vegetable crop breeding and seed production, making it a key location for the company's R&D activities.
In their own words
About the company & team
- You will have the opportunity to further develop and shape a brand-new production site.
- You will lead a growing team with an impact on the global seed supply.
- You will work in a dynamic environment where entrepreneurship and innovation are key.
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