Breeder

What will you do?

You will be part of the Tomato breeding department. You will interact with specialists from various departments internationally, in R&D, operations an commercial organization.

As a Breeder you are responsible for developing competitive tomato varieties, in line with Enza Zaden's long-term vision. Responsibilities include, among others.- Translation of the set Breeding targets into an operational & tactical breeding plan and proactively adjust the various breeding goals across the local breeding programs with the breeders in line with the crop strategy.- Overseeing the activities of breeding projects.-
- Organize data analysis and steer your colleagues on Data driven breeding approaches. Coaching and motivating other breeders in the exchange of knowledge and material- Implementation of developed technology and traits in the breeding program. Stay up to date with the latest technologies and the implementation of modern breeding techniques.- Actively participate on decision-making to advance varieties as well as planning productions and screening trials. Member of a Product Advancement Team- Handover advanced varieties material to Seed Production acccording the defined specifications and registration in the designated countries- Proactively cooperate with commercial teams on joint market visits to obtain information on market trends and direction for product models and align the Enza message.

Your power

You are passionate about plant genetics and enjoy analysing relevant crop data and improving processes.

You are an enthusiastic, proactive and global thinking entrepreneur with a long-term vision on breeding. You enjoy bringing people together and stimulate the use of the latest market developments and translate these to a breeding program. In this process, you can connect and collaborate effectively with internal and external parties. You have excellent analytical and communication skills.

In short,- Higher professional education (HBO, Bachelor).- 7+ years of experience in plant breeding. Experience in row field crops is a plus.- Thorough knowledge of plant breeding, modern methods of breeding including quantitative genetics and phytopathology.- Strong organizational and management skills.- A thorough understanding of English, both verbal and written is required.- Travel will be required (International/ Domestic).- You can work under intense weather conditions.- Must possess a valid driver’s license.