Head of Product Portfolio & Technical Crop Service

FarmWell; Worcester; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A European seed company is seeking a strategic leader for the role of Head of Product Portfolio & Technical Crop Service. This position focuses on managing a team in driving product development and ensuring technical excellence in hybrid seeds. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in seed business leadership and strategic marketing, with strong stakeholder engagement skills. You'll play a vital role in shaping the future of agricultural solutions while leading a values-driven team. Opportunities will include collaboration across Europe with a commitment to innovation and resilience.

Qualifications

• Experience in seed business leadership or product management.
• Proven success in strategic marketing in B2B environments.
• Fluent in English and willing to travel across Europe (20%).

Responsibilities

• Lead a team to drive strategic product development.
• Ensure agronomic support and field validation.
• Align internal teams and external partners around a shared vision.
• Drive transformation and embed innovation in product offerings.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic marketing

Agronomy

Change management

B2B marketing

Education

Degree in Agronomy, Plant Science, or related field

Job description

We’re recruiting on behalf of a European seed company that’s quietly redefining the future of hybrid crops. They’re not chasing headlines they’re building something meaningful: better-performing seeds, smarter agronomy, and a more sustainable future for farming.

Now, they’re looking for a strategic leader to take the reins of their product portfolio and technical crop service teams. If you’re someone who thrives on autonomy, loves connecting science with strategy, and wants to leave a legacy in agriculture this is your moment.

The Role

As Head of Product Portfolio & Technical Crop Service, you’ll lead a team of 11 experts across Europe, driving strategic product development and technical excellence. You’ll be the bridge between R&D, marketing, sales, and field performance ensuring the company’s seed offerings are not only scientifically sound but commercially successful.

This is a collaborative leadership role with a strong focus on:

• Strategic Portfolio Management – shaping the lifecycle of hybrid seed products.
• Technical Crop Service Leadership – ensuring agronomic support and field validation.
• Cross-functional Influence – aligning internal teams and external partners around a shared vision.
• Change Implementation – driving transformation and embedding innovation.

What You’ll Bring

• A degree in Agronomy, Plant Science, Marketing, or related field.
• Extensive experience in seed business leadership, product management, or agronomy.
• Proven success in strategic marketing and B2B environments.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Comfortable navigating change, ambiguity, and remote team dynamics.
• Fluent English and willingness to travel across Europe (20%).

Why This Role?

• You’ll be at the heart of shaping the future of hybrid seed solutions.
• Lead with freedom and influence across borders.
• Join a values-driven team that prioritises humility, innovation, agility, and resilience.
• Be part of a business that’s evolving and investing in its people and products.

How do I apply?

For more information and an informal confidential discussion please call Ollie O'Driscoll on: 01885 485526 or e-mail your CV and covering letter to [e-mail]. Thank you.

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