Managing Director – NPZ UK Plant Breeding Ltd

NPZ UK, a globally recognised leader in agricultural innovation, is seeking a new Managing Director to lead the UK team and drive its continued growth and development.NPZ UK Plant Breeding Ltd is a wholly owned subsidiary of the wider Norddeutsche Pflanzenzucht Hans-Georg Lembke KG (NPZ). They specialise in the development and breeding of winter and spring oilseed rape, field beans, peas, and fodder plants. With a heritage rooted in research and sustainability, NPZ UK combines cutting-edge breeding technologies with a commitment to delivering top-performing varieties that meet the evolving needs of farmers worldwide.The Role The Managing Director will drive the company’s success as a leading plant breeder in the UK marketplace. The primary responsibility is to deliver company performance against strategic goals set in conjunction with the board and shareholders, maintain and grow sales, profitability, and drive market share for the product portfolio, alongside managing the practical plant breeding work across a broad range of species.The Candidate The ideal candidate will be an experienced leader with a strong background in strategic planning, business management, and financial oversight. A degree in Agriculture, Business, Economics, or a related field is advantageous, as is knowledge of agriculture or plant breeding. They will have a balance of technical expertise and commercial acumen, strong numeracy skills, and a results-oriented mindset. Exceptional leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills are essential. The ideal candidate will also be a strong team leader and possess excellent stakeholder engagement skills.For more information on this unique and exciting opportunity, please contact Helen Lodge on or . All applications and enquiries will be forwarded to Eden who are exclusively retained by NPZ on this project.#J-18808-Ljbffr