h3General Manager - Fruit Varieties and Licensing /h3 pbLocation /b: Zurich area, Switzerlandbr/bEmployment /b: Full-time, permanent positionbr/bWork arrangement /b: Flexible home-based working and business travel /p pbThe companybr/ /bBased on the shores of Lake Zurich, our client develops and supports the national and international market introduction of new fruit varieties from the Swiss breeding programme of Agroscope (Federal Centre of Excellence for Agricultural research). The company acts as a bridge between research, plant breeding, nurseries, growers and marketing partners. It supports promising and innovative varieties throughout their development and accompanies them through to successful commercialisation in national and international markets. /p pAs part of a succession plan, the company is now seeking its next: bGeneral Manager / CEObr/ /b /p pIn this key leadership role, you will assume responsibility for the day-to-day management of the company and implement its strategy in close cooperation with the shareholders, who are French, German and Italian speaking; the company's working language is English. /p h3Your responsibilities /h3 ul liLead the company’s day-to-day operations and translate its strategic objectives into effective action. /li liMaintain and develop national and international licensing agreements and contractual relationships. /li liBuild and maintain strong relationships with Agroscope as well as with nurseries, licensees, growers and marketing partners. /li liDevelop marketing and licensing concepts for new fruit varieties and support their successful market introduction. A significant part of the role will involve developing the commercial potential of FRED, one of VariCom's key fruit-variety. /li liRepresent the company towards business partners, public authorities and professional organisations in Switzerland and abroad. /li liOversee the company’s financial management, accounting, budgeting and administration. /li liDrive the company’s strategic development, market positioning and long-term growth. /li /ul h3Your profile /h3 ul liAt least five years of experience in a leadership, management or general management role. /li liAn entrepreneurial mindset, a high degree of autonomy and strong organisational skills. /li liThe ability to work effectively in a small organisation with short decision-making processes, broad responsibilities and a high level of personal accountability. /li liExperience in one or more of the following areas: ul liContract and licensing management in agriculture, agronomy or the plant- breeding sector. /li liInternational project management in agriculture or agronomy. /li liThe agricultural, food, horticultural or fruit sectors. /li liFinance, controlling or general business administration. /li liBrand or market development in the food or retail sector. /li /ul /li liExcellent command of German, English and French. /li liStrong communication and relationship-building skills, with the credibility to work effectively with research institutions, producers, nurseries, commercial partners and shareholders. /li liWillingness to travel internationally as required. /li /ul h3What the company offers /h3 ul liA senior leadership position with genuine entrepreneurial freedom and scope for action. /li liThe opportunity to shape the future development and commercial success of innovative fruit varieties. /li liAn established Swiss company operating in a well-structured international environment. /li liShort decision-making processes and close collaboration with the shareholders. /li liA varied role combining strategic leadership, business development, licensing, finance and stakeholder management. /li liFlexible organisation of work from home and during business travel. /li liRegular presence at the company headquarters in the Zurich area, approximately two to three days per month. /li /ul h3Practical details /h3 ul liWorkload: Full-time /li liLocation: Switzerland or within commuting distance of the Swiss headquarters, /li liEmployment type: Permanent position with Swiss social-security coverage, subject to the applicable arrangements /li /ul
General Manager – Fruit Varieties and Licensing Arbeitgeber: FreshPlaza
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