Senior Functional Application Specialist

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Are you passionate about optimizing business processes and supporting global operations? Do you excel at resolving application issues and ensuring seamless functionality? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

This is why you want to join us as Senior Functional Application Specialist at Enza Zaden

• Ensure the implementation, optimization, and support of software solutions with a strong focus on Global Finance and Procurement processes

• Handle incidents, service requests, and changes while providing 1st and 2nd line user support to ensure smooth application operations

• Work closely with internal and external suppliers to resolve issues, conduct impact analyses, and maintain clear communication with stakeholders

Make a difference as Senior Functional Application Specialist

• As a Senior Functional Application Specialist, you will identify new opportunities for application development and collaborate on designing functional solutions that create value in alignment with the Enza Zaden Group's strategy. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Software solutions in place are up to date; release management new versions, interfaces, including documentation;

• Coordination and execution of testing of new functionalities;

• Enhancing end-user maturity through training and supporting materials;

• Managing user access and authorization;

• Maintaining the performance of functional and technical solutions;

• Ensuring adherence to functional standards for local and global efficiency.

You will report to the Manager IT Services and work at least 2 days a week from our headquarters based in Enkhuizen.

What you bring as a future colleague

• You have a bachelor’s degree. This can be in Business IT, Finance or related field

• You have in-depth functional knowledge of Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations (Finance + Procurement modules) or other ERP systems

• You have minimum 5 years of experience

• You are a proactive professional with excellent communication and analytical skills tailored to user needs

• You have experience with Agile methodologies Scrum, Kanban, preferable a Scrum Master certificate

• You excel in global cross-functional teamwork and aligning with stakeholders

• In addition to possessing the above-mentioned skills, you have a proactive attitude with excellent communication and analytical abilities.

Enza Zaden as your employer

With more than 2,800 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: 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 are valued. Throughout our 85 years, our family values, passion, independence and or focus on innovation have truly set us apart. Over 480 million people are eating 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;

• 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:

Sijmen Jansen

Corporate Recruiter

s.jansen@enzazaden.nl

Good to know

• An assessment is part of the application process; 

• This position cannot be filled on an interim basis;

• Enza Zaden is an equal opportunity employer and don’t discriminate based on background, identity or personal characteristics;

Acquisition in response to this vacancy is not appreciated.