Junior Production Specialist Leafy

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Our Seed Production team manages the global production of our vegetable seeds, including both conventional and biological varieties. We are continually enhancing our methods to ensure that the right amount and best quality vegetable seeds are efficiently produced and delivered on time. Currently we are looking for a Junior Production Specialist Leafy.

This is why you want to join us as Junior Production Specialist Leafy at Enza Zaden

• Coordinate global seed production for Leafy varieties

• Work in a young, diverse team with international exposure

• Opportunity to contribute to innovation in seed production

• Grow and develop yourself at one of the world’s most innovative seed breeding companies

Make a difference as Junior Production Specialist

• Coordinate global seed production for Leafy varieties, ensuring efficient processes;

• Provide agronomic support and maintain communication with producers and international colleagues to monitor seed production progress and quality;

• Initiate and manage improvement processes for new production trials;

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in Research & Development, Seed Operations, and Marketing & Sales to optimize seed availability;

• Establish and maintain optimal production conditions for new varieties, while documenting relevant production characteristics;

• Collect and register production data in our ERP system for insights into seed availability, research, and analysis, working both remotely and on-site at production locations in the Netherlands and abroad (South Africa, USA and Chili).

You will report to the Crop Production Manager.

What you bring as a future colleague

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Plant Sciences or (International) Agribusiness Studies;

• Some experience in agribusiness and/or (vegetable) seed cultivation;

• A passion for plants and an eye for plant-related pests and diseases;

• Excellent communication skills in English, and preferably also in Dutch;

• Knowledge of Spanish is a plus;

• Analytical, practical and solution-oriented;

• Willing to travel (within and outside Europe);

• Hold a valid driver's license.

Your affinity and experience with plants are of great value. Your love for plants, agronomic curiosity, and adeptness at "reading" them, empowers you to detect crop issues and implement essential actions for growers. You maintain a good overview and are skilled in planning and organising. In international interactions with producers and regional colleagues, your adaptability shines as you tailor your approach to diverse cultures and local conditions.

Enza Zaden as your employer
With more than 3,000 passionate team members across the world, we're on a daily mission to develop the finest vegetable varieties. Our goal? To deliver seeds with that special something: vegetables with better taste, better yields, and better resistance. On our mission to feed the world, we challenge ourselves to gain deeper insights and find the next breakthrough. We grow and innovate together, and everyone’s contribution is valued. Throughout our 86 years, our family values, passion, independence and our focus on innovation have truly set us apart. Over 480 million people eat our vegetables every day, something we are very proud of! Our passion isn't just a trademark; it's our driving force, propelling our rapid growth. If you're ready to explore your potential and thrive in a supportive environment, we welcome you to develop your talents with us. The combination of entrepreneurship, initiative and a healthy dose of determination has made Enza Zaden great and brought us where we are today. Enza Zaden is and always will be in motion: in the past, present and future.

What can you expect from us
As a family-owned company, we support you to thrive in all areas of life, so that you can be successful inside and outside of work. We offer: 

• Flexible work arrangements; minimum of 3 days a week at our office in Enkhuizen;

• Access to a variety of wellbeing programs and healthy food options; 

• 25 paid vacation days (employees have the option to buy extra vacation days equivalent to two times their weekly working hours); 

• 1 paid vitality day for all, plus extra days as your age increases; 

• Contribution for overnight stays if you live further away from Enza Zaden;  

• Laptop + smartphone. 

 
We aspire to be a good employer that cares for our employees, both during and after their careers at Enza Zaden. Our most important benefits include: 

• Active partnership in your professional development (personal growth); 

• Tailor-made leadership development programs and global e-learning platform; 

• Employer sponsored retirement benefits. 

Join us for a career that grows with you! Are you curious to know more about Enza Zaden click on this link to our website. 
 
Get in touch 
Apply now using the application button. You will receive an automatic confirmation of your application within minutes, and we will respond to your application within 10 working days.  
 
Do you have any questions about our application process? Please feel free to reach out to: Marjolijn Woudstra, Senior Recruitment Business Partner a.i., m.woudstra@enzazaden.nl  
 
Good to know 

• A business case assessment is part of the application process;

• This position cannot be filled on an interim basis; 

• Enza Zaden is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on background, identity or personal characteristics.