Hazera is a worldwide leader in the breeding, development, production and marketing of hybrid vegetable seed varieties, characterized by advanced research & development, marketing throughout the world, and agro-technical support. Combining decades of experience with state-of-the-art technology, Hazera constantly develops new products that address market needs. Thanks to our core beliefs of expertise, trust, engagement and dynamism, shared by our committed teams we strive to continuously exceed the expectations of our customers .Hazera headquarters are situated in Israel and The Netherlands, With a worldwide presence through our 12 subsidiaries. Hazera is part of the Limagrain Group, an international agri-business based in France.
For more information: www.hazera.com

In order to support our continuous growth, we are currently recruiting a General Manager, United States of America (M/F)

Your challenge is to further strengthen our position in the American market, by making optimal use of the available resources in the company. Your personal input will make the difference. You will manage and coach the team in USA, 17 people in total. You will report to the Commercial Business Unit Manager, based in the Netherlands.

Main Responsibilities:

• Manage and develop the sales, margin and profitability contribution in the US market.
• To lead and motivate the team in sales/product development and administration.
• Manage and supervise financial and commercial business matters like price and credit policy, forecasting etc.
• Generate new business together with the sales and PD managers, and maintain contacts with large accounts.
• Develop and execute sales, marketing and financial plans.
• Coordinate contacts with Sales, Marketing, Development and Research Departments within the Hazera Seeds organization.

Preferred Profile:

• Higher educational level in Agriculture and/or Business Administration;
• More than 5 years’ experience in a commercial management position;
• Excellent people and business manager;
• Open communicator with good interpersonal skills, able to interact between Hazera USA team, customers and link with Hazera Seeds head office(s);
• Professional reporting and computer skills;
• You have a strong action-driven personality, and you are able to motivate yourself;
• Good understanding off and affinity for the professional agricultural environment in USA;
• Driving License;
• Willing to travel frequently (national and international).

Please send application and resume to: webjobs@hazera.com