Head of Seed Production

Head of Seed Production
Vacancy Reference: 43295 AB

*This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship - the successful applicant will need to have a pre-existing Right to Work in the UK in order to be offered an employment contract.*

Do you have experience working with seeds?
Are you familiar with seed production?
Have you got a background within Farm Management, Agronomy, or Seed Related positions?

The Company:
An established seed production business.

The Job Role:
An exciting opportunity is available to join an established seed production business, to lead their Seed Production team. You will have the responsibility of planning, managing, and delivering high-quality seed production. The role will consist of overseeing seed production activities, with the primary focus will be on agricultural and field crop seed production.

Location:Lincolnshire based
Salary Package:Starting from £60,000 basic salary + company vehicle

Key Responsibilities:
Collaborating with departmental managers and commercial teams to understand and meet quality, volume, timing, cost, and certification requirements for seed production.

Creating and maintaining a five-year seed production plan that aligns with sales forecasts and ensures production meets volume, quality, and certification standards.

Mentoring and developing a high-performing team, fostering a culture of success aligned with the business strategy.

Ensuring seed quality and purity meets or exceeds industry standards.

Working closely with plant breeders and lab teams to maintain purity and the required genotypic/phenotypic characteristics in commercial seed productions.

Liaising with the Operations team to ensure seamless communication about processing volumes and timescales.

Managing the departmental budget, reporting on performance, and aligning production processes with business objectives.

Building strong relationships with UK and international growers, contractors, and processors, negotiating contracts, and resolving issues effectively.

Maintaining facilities and equipment to ensure efficient operations.

Continuously identifying opportunities for improving efficiency and effectiveness in seed production.

Contributing to departmental strategy and supporting colleagues across the business.

Ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of the team at all times.

Candidate Requirements:
Qualifications:
A degree in a relevant subject or equivalent experience in seed production.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience:
Expertise in seed production, particularly in cereal and oilseed crops.
Proficiency within farming and/or agronomy.
A proven ability to develop and deliver multi-year production plans that align with sales forecasts.
A strong understanding of crop certification and seed processing requirements.
Broad crop knowledge and experience in agricultural or scientific fields.
Commercial awareness.
Strong networks within the agricultural/horticultural industry.
Excellent planning and organisational skills for yourself and your team.
Skilled in negotiation, conflict resolution, and collaboration.
A proactive approach to sharing knowledge and mentoring team members.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other relevant IT tools.
The ability to stay calm and focused under pressure, working independently or as part of a team.

Who You Are:
You lead by example, ensuring a safe and supportive work environment for your team.
You understand commercial demands and know how to meet them effectively.
You're flexible and adaptable to meet production and business needs.
You value collaboration and take pride in mentoring and developing others.
You're open to feedback, encourage innovative ideas, and create a positive team culture.

Keywords:
Seed Production Manager, Seed Manager, Seed Production, Seed Management, Agronomy, Seed Jobs, Agricultural and Farming Jobs, Farming Jobs, Agricultural Jobs, Agri FJ.

How to apply:

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Please send your CV to;Angel Bains - Senior Recruitment Resourcer

We thank all applicants who apply for this role. However, please be advised that only those short listed for an interview will be contacted. Please be assured that your job application will be managed in complete confidence and your personal details will not be passed to any third party without your prior permission. Established in 2013, Agricultural and Farming Jobs provide outstanding recruitment head-hunting and job advertising services. We are the trusted recruitment partner of choice to industry leading organisations across the UK and Internationally. We recruit specifically for all roles within the sectors of: Agriculture, Farming, Horticulture, Food and Fresh Produce, Vet, Pet and Animal Health, Agrochemicals, Fertilisers and Seeds, Software and Technology, Machinery, Technical and Engineering and specialist Education.

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