Manager Breeding Tomato

This is why you want to be a Manager Breeding 2 at Enza Zaden
- Take responsibility for leading and strengthening breeding programs for one or multiple crop segments in a global and regional context.
- Play a pivotal role in translating crop strategy into robust breeding execution and delivery.
- Lead larger breeding teams and multidisciplinary projects in a science‑driven, innovation‑focused organization.
- Combine crop expertise, people leadership, and operational excellence to deliver long‑term value through genetics.

Make a difference as Manager Breeding

Reporting to the Head of Breeding / General Manager Breeding, as Manager Breeding you are responsible for developing and executing breeding strategies for one or multiple crop segments on a global or regional scale. You ensure a strong and continuous pipeline of successful varieties by aligning breeding priorities with crop strategy and translating these into effective execution.

In this tactical–operational role, you lead breeding teams, steer complex programs,



and drive innovation through new genetics and technologies, while ensuring consistent delivery and continuous improvement.

You will:
- Lead, coach, and develop breeding teams, ensuring strong performance, engagement, and capability development across cultures.
- Contribute as an active member of the Crop Supply Team, supporting the development and realization of crop segment strategy within agreed budgets and priorities.
- Develop and implement breeding strategies for one or multiple crop segments, aligned with crop strategies and long‑term objectives.
- Design and oversee breeding projects and research initiatives, ensuring clear objectives, prioritization, and effective delivery across programs.
- Ensure optimal day‑to‑day breeding operations, including performance monitoring and effective allocation of people, knowledge, and infrastructure to deliver breeding outcomes.
- Drive the adoption of new genetics, technologies, too

📌 Manager Breeding Tomato (Almería)
🏢 Enza Zaden
📍 Almería