Variety Maintenance Breeding Lead

Field of Work: Breeding stations
Location: Thriplow, East of England, GB
Legal Entity: KWS UK Ltd. (9700)
Contract Type: Is Full Time?: Yes
Onsite/ Remote: Job ID: 13737

Are you ready to roll up your sleeves and cultivate a brighter future in agriculture? At KWS, we are pioneers in plant breeding and seed production, dedicated to revolutionizing the way we feed the world. We're on the hunt for a Variety Maintenance Breeding Lead who's not afraid to get their hands dirty in the field alongside their team. As a Variety Maintenance Breeding Lead, you will play a pivotal role in our maintenance breeding program and the initial multiplication of inbred varieties.

Responsibilities:

• Leading and managing the maintenance breeding team in alignment with KWS values.
• Efficient workload planning and prioritizing tasks for the team.
• Collaborating and maintaining clear communication with breeding and commercial teams.
• Overseeing field production of varietal rows and blocks.
• Conducting purity checks of all lines and meticulously collecting data.
• Utilizing and maintaining our variety database.
• Managing SAP and non-SAP orders for trial seed.

Profile:

• A university degree or similar educational background.
• Supervisory or leadership experience.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.
• Digital competence and a strong interest in leveraging technology for agriculture.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and drive results.

Why KWS:

• Freely following the motto: "Make yourself grow!" we promote individual professional and personal development. 
• 35 working hours weekly – additional working hours will be expected based on seasonal demands. 
• 30 days of annual leave plus bank holidays. 
• Highly competitive Pension Scheme with 16% Company contribution and 1.2% minimum employee contribution. 
• Life Assurance, of three times annual salary. 
• Income Protection Plan at 75% of salary for long-term illness and disability for a period of three years. 
• Private Health Care Plan. 
• Profit Related Bonus Scheme. 
• Membership of Lifestyles discount scheme. 
• Reduced diesel prices from the company’s fuel pump. 
• A fun working environment where we take care of each other. We also organize social events such as a Summer Staff BBQ, a Christmas party and charity fundraising events. 

If you're passionate about hands-on agriculture, leadership, and pioneering sustainable farming solutions, seize this opportunity to start your career with KWS. Apply today and let's grow together!

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