Head of Production Germany (m/f/d)

Are you ready to shape the future of seed production and logistics in Germany? At KWS Lochow GmbH , we are seeking an experienced and inspiring leader to head our Production function. In this strategic, full-time and unlimited role, you will optimize production processes, ensure high-quality seed supply for national and international customers, and lead the development of the German cross crops production department.

Join a purpose-driven organization committed to innovation, collaboration, and sustainable agriculture.

What you can look forward to:

Leading and developing teams in Seed Production (including trial seeds), Production Consultancy, Quality Laboratory, and Logistics

Steering the production activities and performance by indicators (industrial indicators, financial results, production cost ratio, personal goals defined)

Driving professional and personal development of direct reports and team members

Managing budget and mid-term planning (investments, personnel, cost centers, production costs)

Taking accountability for multiplication and production planning, including negotiation and coordination with external partners

Acting as a key interface to KWS sales organization, international production networks, and crop leads

Shaping the future of the production department by evolving structures, equipment, and crop portfolios

Ensuring compliance with official regulations and advancing KWS internal standards and guidelines

Leading and contributing to strategic projects and cross-functional initiatives

Representing KWS and contributing actively to seed associations and industry networks

Bring your strengths:

Completed studies in agriculture, economics, or a related field

Several years of proven experience in industry, ideally within the seed industry or seed production

Demonstrated experience in leading leaders and managing complex organizational structures

Excellent German skills (spoken and written) and good English proficiency

Strong proficiency in MS Office and ERP systems, ideally SAP S/4

Strong leadership presence, assertiveness, and the ability to manage change effectively

Entrepreneurial mindset with strong ownership and openness to sharing ideas across the organization

Proven leadership strength, combining reliability, empathy, and the ability to lead teams through change and complexity

High flexibility and collaboration skills, with an open mindset and strong cross-functional and stakeholder engagement

Willingness to engage in industry networks and seed associations

Start your future with us! What we offer to help you grow:

As a family-run company we are guided by the values of closeness, reliability, foresight and independence - this culture is lived in practice creating thus an open and friendly working atmosphere

True to our motto Make yourself grow, we support employees’ professional and personal development

We offer excellent work equipment, subsidized canteen, and sufficient free parking spaces at the KWS location

We create the appropriate framework conditions for you: flexible working hours, a company pension scheme, capital formation benefits, Christmas and holiday bonuses, special prices for company shares childcare allowance and a job bike and job ticket option

Make a real impact and grow with us in your role! Start today by submitting your digital application via our job portal.

We look forward to your expertise and enthusasm and to receiving your application!