Head of Agronomic Production (M/F)

Limagrain -
La Ménitré (49)

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Posting Start Date: 4/1/26

Offer ID: 1973

Unit: Vilmorin-Mikado

Job Title: Head of Agronomic Production (M/F)

Job Location: La Ménitré

Contract type: Permanent

Job Description:

About the Role

As Director of Agronomic Production, you will be responsible for the strategy, execution, performance and transformation of Vilmorin-Mikado’s agronomic seed production network. The role ensures seed availability, quality, reliability and cost competitiveness while driving major transformation initiatives aligned with LVS (Limagrain Vegetable Seeds) Ambition 2030.

A key member of Vilmorin-Mikado’s global Supply team, you will represent Vilmorin-Mikado within LVS structures and cross-BU initiatives (working closely with Hazera and HM.Clause counterparts) and carry the production voice across all governance bodies.

This position is located at La Ménitré (49)

Key responsabilities

Key Responsibilities

Production Strategy & Governance Define and deploy Vilmorin-Mikado's agronomic production strategy aligned with LVS long-term ambitions.
Develop multi-year roadmaps with clear performance targets. Integrate global challenges: climate variability, regulatory evolution, cost dynamics, carbon footprint, and working capital.
Ensure production resilience and develop risk management approaches to safeguard operational continuity.

Operational Excellence & Performance

Validate and coordinate global crop plans to ensure disciplined planning and seamless execution.
Optimize production schemes, crop plans, and supplier networks.
Deploy digital tools, crop inspection systems, and data-driven reporting.
Strengthen KPI culture and decision-making processes.

Financial Leadership

Lead and optimize Vilmorin-Mikado's agronomic production budget and ensure adherence to procurement targets.
Improve OPEX/CAPEX rigor as well as cash and working capital management with Finance.
Drive cost optimization and prevent uncontrolled inventory buildup.

People Leadership & Organizational Development

Develop Vilmorin Mikado teams: clear roles, empowered delegation, effective routines, and transparent communication.
Drive transformation with agility while empowering teams to adapt and deliver sustained performance.
Build a cross-BU talent pipeline and promote CARE values (Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, Entrepreneurship).

Cross-functional & External Collaboration

Collaborate with Supply Chain, QC, R&D, Seed Tech, and Marketing; play an active role in the S&OP process.
Bring a production-driven perspective to demand-supply arbitration, capacity planning, and inventory optimization.
Manage relationships with growers, suppliers, and subcontractors.
Represent Vilmorin-Mikado within LVS structures, cross-BU initiatives, and key industry organizations.

Risk Management & Compliance

Ensure full traceability and regulatory compliance across all seed production activities.
Lead risk mapping (climate, IP, phytosanitary, water, suppliers) and implement mitigation strategies.

What we expect of you

Skills & Experience

10+ years of experience in seeds industry, with proven multi-site leadership.
Solid knowledge of the seed industry.
Demonstrated experience managing a network of external partners internationally
Strong financial acumen: budget management, procurement economics, and cost optimization.
Ability to operate effectively in complex, international matrix organizations, comfortable holding both a BU and group-level perspective simultaneously.
Fluent in both French and English.
Willingness to travel (approximately 30%).

Who You Are

A people-first leader: you know how to engage and unite a team of highly skilled, demanding experts who are deeply attached to their craft.
A natural collaborator: you operate seamlessly at cross-BU and LVS level, acting as a genuine ambassador for production excellence across the organization.
Commercially minded: you bring a long-term partnership approach to supplier and grower relationships, combined with a results-driven mindset.
A change agent: you lead transformation constructively and bring teams along through change with clarity and transparency.
A strategic thinker who can step beyond the production expert role to position yourself as an LVS leader from day one, with a full-chain vision from field production to customer.

Why joining us ?

A high-impact executive role at the heart of the supply chain of one of the world's leading vegetable seed companies.
Direct exposure to LVS and Group Limagrain dynamics
A company committed to CARE values, sustainability, and employee well-being.

Our recruitment process

We will review your application carefully in relation to the needs of this role. If your profile is selected, our process includes:

A pre-qualification interview with the Talent Acquisition team.
An interview with the Hiring Manager and HR Director.
An assessment process (tests and/or assessment centre).
A final interview with key stakeholders.

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