Process Supervisor Post Harvest & Consumer Research

Are you passionate about quality and innovation in horticulture? Do you enjoy combining hands-on lab work with team leadership? 
If you’re looking for a dynamic role where you can make an impact on product quality and collaborate globally, this might be the perfect opportunity for you. 

This is why you want to join us as Process Supervisor PHCR at Enza Zaden 

• A unique mix of practical lab work and team coordination. 

• Opportunity to work on post-harvest quality projects that influence global markets. 

• Collaborate with international colleagues and contribute to continuous process improvements. 

Make a difference as Process Supervisor PHCR 

In this role, you will: 

• Plan and execute post-harvest (lab) research projects, including shelf-life and sensory tests. 

• Lead and coach a small team of 1 lab technician and seasonal workers. 

• Perform hands-on lab work, following strict protocols and safety standards. 

• Organize and oversee taste panels for crops like tomatoes and peppers. 

• Manage and interpret data, ensuring accurate recording and reporting. 

• Contribute to process optimization and implementation of new methods. 

You’ll be based in Enkhuizen but part of a global team and therefore also interacting with Post Harvest colleagues in Spain and the US. 

What you bring as a future colleague 

• A practical, hands-on mindset with strong organizational skills. 

• Experience in a lab environment (3–5 years preferred), ideally in post-harvest or sensory research. 

• Ability to plan, prioritize, and manage multiple projects. 

• Strong communication and people skills to lead and motivate your team. 

• Accuracy and attention to detail in both lab work and data handling. 

• Affinity with data analysis and basic statistical principles. 

• Proficiency in English (and Dutch is a plus). 

This role is perfect for someone who enjoys variety, takes initiative, and thrives in a collaborative environment. 

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: 

• 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; 

• 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.