Head of Operation and Cultivation

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Head of Operation and Cultivation

We are looking for an inspiring Head of Operation and Cultivation at our breeding station in Quedlinburg (Germany)!

Full-time · Quedlinburg (Germany)

What do you do as Head of Operation and Cultivation at Florensis Breeding?

At Quedlinburg Stock, Trial Garden & Breeding, genetics are maintained, high-quality cuttings are produced, and selection trials are raised for breeding. At the Trial Garden Quedlinburg, we build comparison trials and set up cross blocks. You, as Head of will be responsible for determining the cultivation strategy and crop protection plan. You direct cultivation activities based on strategy and planning. Achieves thereby conservation of genetics, high quality and quantity of cuttings, high germination of seed and high success rate of rooting, successful crosses and seed setting and high-quality trials.

As Head of Operation and Cultivation, you are a specialist in cultivation of plants. You co-operate with the Breeders and work intensively together with the small team of 15 full-time employees at our location. In addition, you will work closely with other responsible stakeholders in the Netherlands. You will report to the Manager Breeding & Innovations in The Netherlands.

About you

  • At least 5 years of experience in greenhouse horticulture (in ornamentals is a plus);

  • Degree in the field of horticulture/agricultural sciences or a comparable education;

  • Relevant experience in crop protection;

  • An affinity with data and technology;

  • Excellent communication skills;

  • Good command of German and English, both spoken and written, Dutch is a plus.

What we offer you

Salary

A market-conforming salary

Profit-sharing

Depending on company results

Christmas Bonus

50% of gross monthly salary

Holiday bonus

€643,- per year (based on a fulltime employment)

Vacation days

30 (based on a fulltime employment)

Phone

Iphone provided by Florensis

Leasecar

Option available

Education

Join our Green Academy

Teambuilding

We value connection!

Personal accident insurance

Also applicable beyond business

Interested?

Is this the job for you? Apply via the application button! For additional information, please contact Annett Eickner (Management Assistant) telephone +49 (0) 17 37 32 46 41. An assessment may be included in the recruitment procedure.

Self-employed workers, temporary employment agencies or recruitment agencies do not have to respond to this vacancy.

Working at Florensis

Florensis is a leading family business in the international ornamental horticulture sector. We strive to be the most reliable, innovative and sustainable breeder and propagator. We have production and breeding locations in the Netherlands, Germany, Portugal, Kenya and Ethiopia. With more than 2,000 employees, we annually supply a product range of 4,000 plant varieties to 8,000 professional growers in 50 countries. Corporate social responsibility comes as natural to us as offering the best quality with the highest supply reliability.

Quedlinburg represents the oldest breeding location at Florensis. In modern greenhouses, foil houses with isolation cabins and large container areas for crossing and selection, we produce plant material of standard and elite lines as well as seeds.