Production Specialist Tomato

<p><span><span>The global production of our vegetable seeds is managed by our seed production team. We continually enhance our methods to ensure that we deliver the right </span><span>amount</span><span> of seeds </span><span>with</span><span> the best quality on time. We share a collective passion for vegetable seeds while we collaborate across various disciplines and teams.</span></span><span> </span></p><p></p><p><b><span>This is why you want to join us as<span> Production Specialist Tomato</span> at Enza Zaden</span></b><span> </span></p><ul><li><p><span><span>A dynamic job in which you coordinate the global seed production for Tomato and Eggplant varieties</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul><ul><li><p><span><span>Working in a young, diverse team/department with international exposure</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul><ul><li><p><span><span>The opportunity to contribute to innovation in seed production, while we as a company are ‘breeding to feed the world</span><span>’</span></span></p></li></ul><ul><li><p><span><span>Grow and develop yourself at one of the world’s most innovative seed breeding companies</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul><p></p><p><b><span>Make a <span>difference</span> as Production Specialist</span></b><span> </span></p><ul><li><p><span><span>Spend time in the field, actively </span><span>monitoring</span><span> the crops, “reading” the plants, and </span><span>identifying</span><span> pests, diseases, or other challenges;</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul><ul><li><p><span><span>Provide agronomic support and </span><span>maintain</span><span> communication with producers and international colleagues to </span><span>monitor</span><span> seed production progress and quality;</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul><ul><li><p><span><span> 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 (Latin America, East </span><span>Africa</span><span> and Asia);</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul><ul><li><p><span><span>Initiate and manage improvement processes for new production trials;</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul><ul><li><p><span><span>Collaborate with cross-functional teams in Research &amp; Development, Seed Operations, and Marketing &amp; Sales to </span><span>optimize</span><span> seed availability;</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul><ul><li><p><span><span>Establish</span><span> and </span><span>maintain</span><span> </span><span>optimal</span><span> production conditions for new varieties, while documenting relevant production characteristics;</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul><ul><li><p><span><span>Travel regularly to guide production activities in dynamic and fast-growing regions.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul><ul><li><p><span><span>Our team is dynamic and diverse, and we are eager to welcome an enthusiastic new colleague. You will report directly to the Crop Production Manager.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul><p></p><p><span><span>You will report to the Crop Production Manager.</span></span><span> </span></p><p></p><p><b><span>What you bring as a <span>future</span> colleague</span></b><span> </span></p><ul><li><p><span><span>Bachelor’s or </span><span>Master’s in Plant Sciences</span><span> or (International) Agribusiness Studies (background with strong practical experience is also valuable);</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul><ul><li><p><span><span>At least 3 years of experience in agribusiness and/or (vegetable) seed cultivation, preferably in tomato and/or eggplant;</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul><ul><li><p><span><span>A passion for plants and an eye for plant-related pests and diseases;</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul><ul><li><p><span><span>Excellent communication skills in English, and preferably also in Dutch;</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul><ul><li><p><span><span>Analytical, </span><span>practical</span><span> and solution-oriented;</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul><ul><li><p><span><span>Willing to travel (within and outside Europe);</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul><ul><li><p><span><span>Hold a valid driver’s license.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul><p></p><p><span><span>Your affinity and experience with plants are of </span><span>great value</span><span>. Your love for plants, agronomic curiosity, and ability to "read" them, empowers you to detect crop issues and suggest essential actions for growers. You </span><span>maintain</span><span> a good overview and are skilled in planning and </span><span>organising</span><span>. In international interactions with producers and regional colleagues, your adaptability shines as you tailor your approach to diverse cultures and local conditions.</span></span><span> </span></p><p></p><p><span><span>You are a real doer who loves organizing and coordinat