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Team Leader Melon

On-site in Almería·Added 1 month ago

Rijk Zwaan

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Work mode: On-site, Almería
English: Required
Experience: 2+ years
Education: Master's degree

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Skills

Requirements

What we're looking for

You are proactive, communicative, and empathic. You bring people together easily and enjoy providing both structure and guidance for the employees in their work.

You naturally think in solutions and opportunities.

You are able to keep a clear view of the result within a multidisciplinary environment and to involve all stakeholders and interests. Given the international nature of the position, you are willing to travel about 4-6 times a year. In addition, your CV ticks the following boxes:

You have at least a Msc degree with a specialization on genetics and/or breeding
You have proven experience in leading a breeding program
You have at least 2 years of experience in managing research team
You are fluent in English

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

As Team Leader breeding, you will be part of the Melon department. Rijk Zwaan offers the opportunity to initiate and execute research that affects the world food supply. In addition to an ever-expanding international working environment, we are pleased to offer you:

A permanent contract right from the start
Working hours from Monday to Thursday, 08:00 to 17:00, and Fridays from 08:00 to 14:00, with breakfast and lunch included on site.
A great benefits package.
A wide range of training opportunities.
A friendly and supportive working environment.
The opportunity to work in a well-recognised international company with a strong focus on innovation, people, and long-term vision.

The role

Are you looking for that unique combination of leading people, organizing processes and breeding varieties, and do you have excellent communication skills? Then you are the Team Leader Breeding Melon we are looking for our site in Almería.

What you'll do

As a Team Leader breeding, you are part of the Melon breeding department. The department focuses on the development of new varieties for Melon. You will manage a team consisting of 5 colleagues including breeders and assistants. As a Team Leader, you manage a local team and interact with specialists from various departments internationally, both in R&D and operations. You will also be involved in:

Motivating, guiding, and managing colleagues in the execution of their tasks and projects, paying special attention to their personal development
Organizing, directing, and timely adjusting the various breeding goals across the local breeding programs with the breeders while managing one breeding program yourself Initiating new projects in line with the crop strategy
Be involved in preparing strategic crop meetings
Thinking along and participating in new initiatives and projects focused on development and implementation of new technologies and software in breeding

Hiring process

We will consider your application carefully, which may take some time. You will hear from us as soon as possible.

For further information you can contact Mar Hernández, Advisor HR (+34 647.49.89.50)

About Rijk Zwaan

Rijk Zwaan is a global vegetable breeding company headquartered in De Lier, Netherlands. It specializes in developing high-quality vegetable varieties through extensive research and development, operating in over 100 countries. The company is known for its commitment to sustainable agriculture and innovation in crop breeding.

Industry: Agriculture & Biotechnology
Founded: 1924
Employees: 3,500
Headquarters: De Lier, Netherlands
In Spain: Almería, El Ejido, Cartagena
Website: rijkzwaan.es

Good to know if you are moving

Rijk Zwaan has a significant presence in Spain, with offices and research stations in Almería, El Ejido, and Cartagena, offering roles in crop maintenance, breeding, and applied laboratory management.
The company offers internships and scholarships (RZ Nuevos Talentos) in Spain, providing opportunities for international students and young professionals in agricultural research.
Spanish job postings are available in both Spanish and English, indicating a welcoming environment for international applicants.
The company emphasizes field-based work and outdoor research, which may appeal to professionals who enjoy hands-on agricultural work.
Rijk Zwaan is a global company with a strong local presence in Spain, making it a viable option for international professionals seeking to relocate to the Almería or Murcia regions.

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