Limagrain Group has strong ambitions for its Field Seeds business line and specially in the territory of Brazil which represent an important growth vector. 

Brazil is one of the 8 Business and Supply Areas (BSA) of Limagrain Field Seeds organization, part of LFS Territory Americas.

The Head of BSA Brazil will be a critical part of the Limagrain Group Top Executive Team to support & accelerate growth initiatives in the Region.

In a context of fast pace of growth, Member of the Limagrain Field Seeds Executive Committee (LFSEC), you will be reporting to the CEO of Limagrain Field Seeds (LFS) in Americas and will closely collaborating to drive organizational vision, operational excellence, delivery of Ambition 2030 strategy and to refine management practices that enable high performing and effective teams.

The key responsibilities will involve fully overseeing and managing Brazilian activities and operations. This scope includes commercial operations, seed production, supply chain, and support function teams dedicated to BSA.

The Head of BSA Brazil also ensures an efficient and active interface with the Research lead and teams.

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You have an extensive and proven experience (+15 years) in various leadership roles preferably in Agribusiness/Seeds segment in Brazil. 

Strong track record in developing profitable strategies and implementing vision, you are used to working collaboratively in a transversal and matrix organization.

Working experience in Brazil and in business management are a must.

In-depth knowledge of corporate governance, general management best practices and performance management principles.

Thorough understanding of management and financial practices in all areas and phases of business operations.

Portuguese & English fluent – other language is a plus.

We offer an attractive remuneration package including bonus, company car, health insurance, supplementary pension, and shares. 

The position is based in Curitiba, a modern city ranked in the top 10 of the most environmental-friendly places in the world.

Joining Limagrain means joining an agricultural cooperative with a long-term view, a pure seed player investing 15% of its turnover in research, with a global footprint offering many professional opportunities.

🌱Driven by the vision of farmers, LIMAGRAIN passionately reveals the best in plants to contribute to progress in food and build a sustainable future.

At Limagrain we live our values, joining Limagrain means joining a Group which puts people at the heart of what it does, and which is committed to diversity and inclusion, sources of progress and wealth for the company.

If you are looking for a job and a company with a strong purpose and impact, Here you are !

Once your application is submitted, an acknowledgement of receipt will confirm your application.

We will study your profile in relation to the need of the position and the company.

If your profile meets the job requirements, you can expect the following steps:

·Prescreening call + interview with Group talent development department

·Interview with the CEO of Limagrain Field Seeds in Americas

·Interview with our Chief People Officer

·Interview with the Limagrain Field Seeds CEO

·Assessment with our external partner