International Multiplication Manager

International Multiplication ManagerIn shortYou will help secure the future of sugar beet seeds on a global scaleThis is aglobal rolefor inseed production/multiplication & supply.You are taking acentral role in securing the seed backboneof the business: you are at the intersection of agronomy, supply chain and long term resilience of the company.Regular travel(intra-European and Inter-Continental)Open work location(at least 17 countries already have an active payroll) as long as you are at reasonable distance from an international airportFluency in English , French & Italian being an advantageAbout United Beet SeedsUnited Beet Seeds is a joint venture between Groupe Florimond Desprez and DLF Seeds A/S, specialising in all aspects of sugar beet seed research, production, processing and commercialisation.They leverage combined strengths and extensive expertise to expand opportunities for growers and industry in the global beet and chicory seed markets.UBS has a strong focus on innovation and quality, resulting in high-performing and sustainable varieties.Headquartered in Belgium, the company employs over 900 people worldwide.Role purposeTheInternational Multiplication Manageris responsible forexecuting international multiplication programsand ensuring thequality, cost efficiency and resilienceof UBS's multiplication network.You translate long-range multiplication plans intoconcrete crop programs : selecting methods and geographies, engaging growers, managing nurseries and securing certified seed supply across key regions.You take ownership of thetactical and operational executionso that strategic leaders can focus on long term portfolio and capacity decisions.Reporting line : directly to theHead of Strategic Supply.Key ResponsibilitiesYou execute international multiplication programsYou focus on methods, geographies & technical optimisationYou engage a grower network, optimise land and contractsYou ensure compliance improvement & KPIYour ProfileExperience and background5–8 yearsof experience in agricultural production, seed multiplication or crop operations management.Experience managingmulti-site or multi-country operations , ideally with external grower networks.Strong understanding of regional agronomy, crop cycles and seed production systems, preferably inSouthern and Western Europe.Familiarity with seed certification processes and quality compliance standards.EducationBachelor's degree inAgronomy, Agricultural Science, Crop Productionor a related field.Master's degree or additional certification inSeed Technology, Supply Chain or Crop Scienceis a strong advantage.Skills and competenciesOperationally focused, able to connectfield executionto broader planning goals.Strong organisational and coordination skills across geographies, teams and timelines.Confident in evaluating and applying diverse multiplication techniques and recommending the right method for each context.Effective communicator and collaborator, able to navigate between local realities and global alignment.Data informed decision maker, comfortable working with performance indicators and adapting programs accordingly.Resilient and adaptable in seasonal, fast moving environments, with a mix ofhumility and agilityin the way you approach challenges.MindsetGenuine appetite fordevelopment work : building and improving systems rather than just maintaining them.High learning agility and curiosity, able to transfer experience from other crops or regions into the beet and chicory context.Pragmatic and hands on, willing to spend significant time in the field and with partners.LanguagesEnglish : fluent, both spoken and written.Italian or French : strong advantage.Any additional European language is a plus.Work environmentUBS is flexible in terms of your work location (main base) and payroll as long as you :are ready to travel regularly (both to HQ and growers around the world)Live at a reasonable distance from an international airportYou will report onto the Head of strategic supply