Make a difference as Junior Production Specialist Pepper
As Junior Production Specialist Pepper, you will play an important role in coordinating the global seed production of our pepper varieties. You will work closely with growers, production teams and colleagues across Research & Development, Seed Operations and Marketing & Sales to ensure the right seeds are available at the right time and quality. By monitoring crops, supporting production locations and improving production processes, you will directly contribute to the success of one of Enza Zaden’s most important vegetable crops. In this role, you will regularly visit production fields in the Netherlands and abroad, helping growers optimize crop performance and seed quality.
In this role, your work will include:
- Coordinating global pepper seed production activities to ensure availability, quality and timely delivery;
- Monitoring crops in the field, identifying pests, diseases and other production challenges, and advising on appropriate actions;
- Supporting and maintaining relationships with growers and production partners while tracking production progress and quality;
- Collecting, analyzing and registering production data to support forecasting, decision-making and continuous improvement;
- Initiating and managing production improvement projects and trials for new varieties and production methods;
- Collaborating with international stakeholders to establish optimal production conditions for new pepper varieties.
What you bring as our future colleague
As Junior Production Specialist Pepper, you are passionate about plants and enjoy combining practical fieldwork with coordination and planning. You know how to build strong relationships with growers and colleagues from different cultural backgrounds and can adapt your approach to local circumstances. With your analytical mindset and hands-on attitude, you recognize opportunities for improvement and translate them into practical solutions. You enjoy working in a dynamic international environment and are motivated to learn and grow within seed production.
In addition, you have:
- A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Plant Sciences, Agribusiness, International Agribusiness or a related field;
- Some relevant experience in agribusiness, vegetable production and/or seed production, preferably within pepper cultivation;
- Knowledge of crop production, plant health, pests and diseases;
- Strong communication skills in English; Dutch is considered a plus;
- An analytical, practical and solution-oriented working style;
- A willingness to travel regularly within and outside Europe and a valid driver’s license.
Enza Zaden as your employer
Enza Zaden is an international family-owned company that has been developing innovative vegetable varieties since 1938. Together with more than 3,300 colleagues worldwide, we work on vegetable seeds with better flavor, higher yields and strong resistances. We do this from our mission: “Breeding to feed the world.” Every day, more than 480 million people eat vegetables grown from our seeds, and that is something we are very proud of.
We are passionate about our work and care about one another. Good ideas are given room to grow and together we keep moving forward. This is how we continue to grow and innovate, both as a company and as colleagues.
What you can expect from us
We believe it is important that you can grow in your work and feel good about what you do. That is why we invest in your development, well-being, and job satisfaction. Through our Great to Grow development program, our focus on vitality, and activities that bring colleagues together, we create a work environment where you can keep learning and contribute with energy and enjoyment.
You can also count on:
A position for 38 hours per week;
A gross monthly salary between €3629.02 and €4746.26 (Scale G, Collective Labor Agreement for Vegetable Seed Companies), based on a full-time workweek of 38 hours and aligned with your knowledge and experience;
8.33% vacation allowance and an attractive annual bonus program of 10% of your annual salary, depending on your company performance;
25 vacation days, the option to purchase additional vacation days, and one paid vitality day per year, with extra vacation days granted as you get older;
A laptop and mobile phone provided by Enza Zaden;
A contribution toward overnight accommodation costs if you live farther away from Enza Zaden. This program applies to employees working for Enza Zaden in the Netherlands whose one-way commute exceeds 100 kilometers and 75 minutes;
An attractive retirement plan, commuting reimbursement if you live more than 10 kilometers from your workplace and a remote work allowance when working partly from home in consultation with your manager;
Opportunities for personal and professional growth through our Great to Grow development program, training courses, workshops, and e-learning platform;
Plenty of opportunities to connect with colleagues outside of your daily work through social events organized by the Staff Association, as well as Young Enza networking events, inspiration sessions, and social gatherings. We also host an annual summer barbecue, Christmas market and New Year’s reception;
A strong focus on your health and well-being, including free fresh fruit, healthy lunch options at the office, a bike-to-work program, sports activities through enzActive, and mental well-being support through OpenUp.
Let’s connect
Looking for a career that grows with you? Apply using the application button. You will receive an automatic confirmation within a few minutes. We will let you know the next step within 10 business days.
An assessment is part of the application process. This role cannot be filled on an interim basis. A security screening is also part of our recruitment process.
Do you have questions about the role or the application process? Please feel free to contact Jasmijn Kaagman via [email protected].
Enza Zaden is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on background, identity, or personal characteristics.
Want to learn more about Enza Zaden? Visit our website.
Skills Required
- Higher professional education (HBO, Bachelor, College)
- No prior work experience required
- Educational background preferably in seed production, plant sciences, agronomics, supply chain or agricultural engineering
- Collaborative working skills
- Ability to learn and apply new skills in a structured manner
- Ability to analyse and work with complex problems and large data sets
- Computer skills, including Excel, ERP systems and planning systems
- Proficient in English and the local language (written and verbal)
- Knowledge of additional SEA languages
What We Do
Enza Zaden is an international, family-owned vegetable breeding company that develops and sells high-quality vegetable seeds for the professional market.
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