Global Manager Engineering & Maintenance

Ready to lead a global (Engineering) team and drive innovation in seed processing

This is why you want to join us as Global Manager Engineering & Maintenance at Enza Zaden

• You will lead the Global Engineering & Maintenance Organization: you will build and lead an engaged and highly capable Enza Zadens global Engineering & Maintenance team.

• You will build the Global Seed Processing Capabilities: develop and implement the strategic global Engineering Portfolio to expand and enhance Enza Zadens global seed processing capabilities with top-quality seed processing and advanced packaging technologies contributing to an efficient and reliable global Seed Processing operation.

• You will join Enza Zaden a growing dynamic and leading seed company: become part and contribute to Enza Zadens growth in which you can make a real difference.

Make a difference as Global Manager Engineering & Maintenance

As the Global Manager Engineering & Maintenance you will:

• Lead motivate coach and develop your team (direct 8-10 indirect 15-20 people) to ensure optimal performance and team dynamics;

• Implement global best practice maintenance work processes and systems to improve HS&E product quality reliability and uptime;

• Manage the global Seed Processing CAPEX and OPEX budgets including annual budget preparation and alignment processes;

• Participate in relevant management teams and lead large projects and programs with cross-functional teams;

• Define and set the global Engineering & Maintenance training and skills development program;

• Ensure successful project delivery and build alignment across senior and executive management.

You will report to the VP Supply Chain and collaborate closely with various internal stakeholders including the COO Directors Global Managers Site Processing Managers and the Seed Research & Innovation Director. Externally you will manage relationships with equipment system and service providers.

What you bring as a future colleague

• Academic educational background in Engineering or Operations Management;

• Minimum 15 years of which 10 years of leadership experience in a food agricultural or chemical manufacturing business;

• Strong leadership experience within complex facilities;

• High collaborative working skills and the ability to communicate effectively across all levels;

• Willing to travel internationally (10-20%);

• Proficiency in Dutch and English both written and verbal.

Enza Zaden as your employer

With more than 3000 passionate team members across the world were on a daily mission to develop the finest vegetable varieties. Our goal To deliver seeds with that special something: vegetables with 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 everyones contribution is valued. Throughout our 86 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 isnt just a trademark; its our driving force propelling our rapid growth. If youre 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:

Marjolijn Woudstra

Senior Recruitment Business Partner a.i.

Good to know

• A Business Case Assessment is part of the application process;

• This position cannot be filled on an interim basis;

• Enza Zaden is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on background identity or personal characteristics.