Country Manager Biotech Spain

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Country Manager to lead biotechnology research and application activities in Spain. This role is central to drive innovation and operational excellence at this regional center of expertise, contributing to global trait strategy through high-quality research and efficient production processes. The successful candidate will manage a multidisciplinary team, ensure alignment with local R&D and Marketing & Sales teams, and collaborate closely with Biotech headquarters to enhance product performance and strengthen Enza Zaden's leadership in the biotech sector.

This is why you want to join us as Country Manager Biotech – Spain at Enza Zaden

• You'll lead a multidisciplinary biotech team in Spain, contributing directly to global trait strategy and product performance.
• You'll operate at the intersection of research, production, and commercial teams, ensuring alignment and impact.
• You'll drive innovation and operational excellence in a regional center of expertise with global visibility.

Make a difference as Country Manager Biotech – Spain
As Country Manager Biotech – Spain, you will:

• Lead and develop the local biotech team, ensuring optimal structure, motivation, and cross-disciplinary collaboration in line with the Enza Be One principle.
• Translate strategic goals into tactical plans, aligning with the Head of Trait Discovery and Head of Biotech Applications.
• Ensure timely execution of tactical plans, including project and pipeline delivery, resource management, and adaptive planning based on outcomes.
• Oversee protocol development and data traceability in trait discovery and phenotyping, ensuring knowledge is systematically captured and accessible.
• Secure successful implementation of strategic projects through effective prioritization and resource allocation, while maintaining compliance with company policies and industry regulations.
• Make a difference in: Strategic leadership and alignment, multidisciplinary team integration and collaboration, ownership of local execution, on the ground representation and problem solving, navigating growth and complexity.

You will report to the Global Biotech Director and collaborate closely with local R&D, Marketing & Sales teams, and Biotech headquarters. Your workplace will be based in Spain, with both domestic and international travel expected.

What You Bring As a Future Colleague

• Bachelor of Science in a relevant field; PhD preferred.
• Proven leadership and management experience in research and production 9-12 years
• Strong collaboration and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent communication skills in both Spanish and English.
• Analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Well-developed organizational and administrative competencies.
• Experience in program and budget management.
• Ability to work under pressure and travel (domestic and international)

You are a proactive and strategic leader who thrives in a fast-paced, international environment. You connect people, processes, and innovation to deliver meaningful results and strengthen Enza Zaden's biotech leadership.

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: 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;

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
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Do you have any questions about our application process? Please feel free to reach out to:

Sera Lirola Valdivia ( Regional HR Manager),

Good to know

• 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.