KWS Group

Trial Manager Nagele

KWS Group  •  Onsite  •  28 days ago
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Job Description

We are looking for a Trial Manager for our Nagele station to lead and coordinate agricultural field trials across The Netherlands. In this role, you will manage a team of technicians, work closely with internal and external stakeholders, and ensure trials are executed in line with protocols, quality standards, and company guidelines.

About the location

The KWS polder station in Nagele (Flevoland) covers approximately 100 hectares of arable land and supports research and breeding activities for multiple crops. A technical team of around 30 employees carries out a wide range of activities throughout the year.

Key responsibilities

  • Manage and coordinate a national network of field trials
  • Lead, coach, and develop a team of technicians
  • Plan and execute trials according to protocols and objectives
  • Promote a data-driven and continuous improvement approach
  • Manage performance, costs, and compliance
  • Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders

Your profile

  • Relevant university degree or comparable experience
  • Leadership skills and line management experience or potential
  • Experience with stakeholder management
  • Fluency in English and Dutch (mandatory)
  • Knowledge of agricultural field trials
  • Strong communication, organizational, and digital skills
  • Proactive, solution-oriented, and quality-focused mindset

What we offer

  • 38-hour working week
  • Competitive salary based on experience
  • 25 vacation days plus additional vitality days
  • FiscFree benefits for tax-efficient purchases
  • A varied role within an innovative breeding programme
  • Personal and professional development opportunities
  • Modern field and greenhouse facilities

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Would you like to contribute to sustainable agriculture at KWS? Apply with your CV via our careers portal.

KWS Group

About KWS Group

KWS is one of the world’s leading plant breeding companies. With the tradition of family ownership, KWS has operated independently for more than 165 years. We focus on plant breeding and the production and sale of seed for corn, sugar beet, cereals, rapeseed, sunflowers and vegetables. KWS uses leading-edge plant breeding methods. Ca.5,000 employees represent KWS in more than 70 countries.

At KWS we work in an international environment with motivated employees and experienced teams. We want you to contribute your know-how and knowledge, your creativity and entrepreneurial spirit. We will provide you with continuous support for further professional and personal development.

This is how we think and act at KWS. If you share this viewpoint and want to seed the future with us, visit us on: www.kws.com/career.

Industry
Agriculture & Forestry
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Einbeck, DE
Year Founded
1856
Website
kws.com
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