About KWS: KWS is one of the world’s leading plant breeding companies. Nearly 5,000 employees in more than 70 countries generated net sales of around €1.68 billion in the fiscal year 2023/2024. A company with a tradition of family ownership, KWS has operated independently for almost 170 years. It focuses on plant breeding and the production and sale of seed for sugarbeet, corn, cereals, vegetables, oilseed rape and sunflower. KWS uses leading-edge plant breeding methods to continuously improve yield for farmers and plants’ resistance to diseases, pests and abiotic stress. To that end, the company invested more than €300 million last fiscal year in research and development. Are you enthusiastic about plant breeding and eager to apply your expertise in a global environment? Then you’re a perfect fit for us! As Head (f/m/d) of the Parent Seed Department, you will take on a key role in organizing and ensuring the production of base and trial seed for maize. This is a permanent, full-time position based in Einbeck. In this position, you will lead an interdisciplinary team and take on the following tasks: Management and further development of an interdisciplinary team in a matrix organization. Organize and ensure the production of base, pre-basic, and trial seed for maize. Coordinate line research, maintenance breeding, and registration processes. Collaborate closely with maize breeders and maize production teams to ensure smooth information and material flow. Take on project responsibilities in day-to-day operations. Completed university degree (Master or PhD) in Agricultural Sciences, Plant Breeding, or a comparable field. Several years of professional experience in seed production or breeding, ideally in maize. Leadership experience in international, interdisciplinary teams. Strong communication and coordination skills. Very good English language knowledge is a mandatory for this position. Good knowledge of German language or the willingness to learn German is pre-required. Knowledge of French or Spanish language is a big plus. Willingness to travel approx. 30-40%. Start your future with us - in a role that offers responsibility, creative freedom, and development potential. As a family-owned company, we live by values such as closeness, reliability, foresight, and independence. This culture fosters an open and appreciative working environment where you can grow professionally and personally - true to our motto: Make yourself grow. Attractive development opportunities in a globally operating company Flexible working conditions and a modern work environment High-quality equipment (e.g. ergonomic workstations, multiple monitors, air conditioning, modern technology) Subsidized, full-service cafeteria and free parking at the Einbeck site Comprehensive benefits including company pension scheme, capital-forming benefits, Christmas and vacation bonuses, employee stock options, childcare subsidies, and a job bike program