General Manager – Europe (Agricultural Technology & Crop Nutrition)
About the Opportunit
yOur client is an international agricultural technology company with a strong focus on crop nutrition, fertilizer innovation, and sustainable farming solutions. The company is expanding its global presence and is seeking an experienced General Manager to lead its European operations, drive brand growth, and strengthen its position as a technology-driven partner within the agricultural sector
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This role offers the opportunity to shape long-term business strategy, build industry influence, and connect scientific innovation with commercial success across global market
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Key Responsibilit
iesBusiness Strategy & Market Developm
- entDevelop and execute long-term business strategies and annual operating plans for the European mark
- et.Analyze market trends, competitive landscapes, and customer needs to identify growth opportuniti
- es.Define market positioning and go-to-market strategies for innovative agricultural solutio
ns.Brand Leaders
- hipBuild and strengthen the company's reputation as a leading agricultural technology and innovation platfo
- rm.Develop strategic branding initiatives and thought-leadership programs targeting industry stakeholde
- rs.Enhance visibility through industry publications, technical content, conferences, and strategic partnershi
ps.Product & Innovation Managem
- entCollaborate with R&D, technical experts, and commercial teams to drive the localization and commercialization of agricultural technologi
- es.Support the development of market-oriented product solutions tailored to regional agronomic nee
- ds.Identify opportunities for technology transfer and innovation partnershi
ps.Industry Relations & Partnersh
- ipsEstablish and maintain strong relationships with industry associations, research institutions, government agencies, and key opinion leade
- rs.Represent the company at major international conferences, forums, and industry even
- ts.Foster collaboration opportunities with global agricultural organizations and partne
rs.Marketing & Communicati
- onsLead integrated marketing and communication strategies across online and offline channe
- ls.Oversee corporate communications, media engagement, and brand reputation manageme
- nt.Ensure consistent messaging and effective stakeholder engageme
nt.Digital Transformat
- ionPromote the adoption of digital tools and platforms to improve communication, knowledge sharing, and business efficien
- cy.Drive data-driven decision-making processes and cross-functional collaborati
on.Leadership & Team Managem
- entBuild, develop, and lead a high-performing international te
- am.Establish talent development programs and succession planning initiativ
- es.Foster a collaborative, performance-driven, and innovation-oriented cultu
re.
Required Experi
- ence10+ years of experience in agriculture-related industries, preferably crop protection, fertilizers, crop nutrition, biologicals, or agricultural technolog
- ies.Proven experience in senior marketing, branding, business management, or general management ro
- les.Strong track record of developing and scaling brands, products, or business un
- its.Experience working with multinational organizations and international stakehold
ers.
Preferred Backg
- roundExperience with leading global agricultural companies, such as those in crop science, fertilizer, crop nutrition, or agritech sec
- tors.Exposure to European agricultural markets and regulatory environm
- ents.Experience managing cross-border teams and multicultural environm
ents.
Skills & Qualific
- ationsStrong strategic thinking and commercial leadership capabil
- ities.Excellent stakeholder management and public representation s
- kills.Ability to bridge technical innovation with market
- needs.Strong communication and influencing skills across different organizational l
- evels.Fluent English is required; German is highly pref
- erred.Bachelor's degree or above in Agriculture, Agronomy, Marketing, Business, Life Sciences, or a related