Function

Limagrain is a company exclusively specialized in seeds, with strong agricultural roots.
Under its international brand, Limagrain Field Seeds, the company develops innovative solutions based on a multi-species offering through 20 subsidiaries worldwide.

Limagrain Field Seeds Research is currently seeking a Genotyping Team Manager (M/F) for a permanent position (CDI), as part of a replacement following an internal career progression.

Reporting to the Molecular Analysis Laboratory and based at the Chappes Research Center, you will organize and ensure the smooth execution of genotyping activities carried out for Limagrain Field Seeds' breeding teams and global seed production teams.

Main Goal

1. Genotyping Team Management

You lead and supervise the genotyping team on a daily basis, ensuring a collaborative and stimulating work environment.

You optimize human resource management (scheduling, absences, leave, part-time work, etc.) in alignment with production needs and the plan defined by the production committee.

You drive the team with a focus on collective performance through the organization of regular meetings, collaborative workshops, and open discussion sessions.

You are responsible for recruiting, onboarding, and training new team members. You monitor skill development, support career progression, and conduct annual performance reviews.

2. Quality, Continuous Improvement, and Safety

You implement quality management tools and methods within a continuous improvement approach (LEAN Management), in alignment with strategic projects led by the platform manager.

You ensure compliance with safety standards within the team and make sure that all safety instructions are clearly communicated, understood, and strictly followed.

3. Contribution to Platform Strategy

You actively contribute to the management of cross-functional continuous improvement projects within the molecular analysis platform.

You represent the genotyping team at weekly production committee meetings and in the platform’s managerial bodies.

4. Monitoring and Reporting

You provide regular reporting to your management: sharing key information, activity summaries, alerts, and recommendations for adjustments.

You identify and report any situation with an impact beyond your team’s scope to ensure appropriate handling at the platform level.

Job description

What we expect of you

You hold a Master’s degree (or equivalent, BAC+5) in Biology, or you have significant experience in the field of plant breeding.

Beyond your technical expertise, you are recognized for your:

Leadership – Ability to unite a team, set direction, and mobilize resources around shared objectives.

Communication skills – Comfortable leading meetings, sharing information, and interacting with a wide range of stakeholders.

Team spirit – Strong sense of collaboration and ability to work across departments and hierarchical levels.

Rigor and analytical mindset – Ability to identify performance drivers and structure effective corrective actions.

Skills

Your benefits and working environment

• A permanent contract (CDI) with executive status, available immediately

• A salary starting at €52,000, based on your experience

• A profit-sharing agreement

• A Unique Retirement Savings Plan (PERU)

• A dynamic work environment with growing responsibilities based on demonstrated skills

• A company laptop and mobile phone

• A friendly and collaborative work atmosphere in modern offices located in Saint-Beauzire, just 10 km from Clermont-Ferrand

• Short decision-making processes within the company

• A teleworking agreement allowing up to 2 days per week

• Support programs including training, onboarding, and relocation assistance

• A range of work-life balance benefits: company nursery, company restaurant, multi-sports program, and carpooling network

Clermont-Ferrand is a great place to live and work:

• A stunning region offering much more than affordable housing: close proximity to mountains, lakes, and volcanoes, with a unique landscape listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site (on the same list as the Grand Canyon, Kilimanjaro, and the Great Barrier Reef)

• The leading industrial region in France with over 22,000 companies and 500,000 jobs

• A rich cultural and sports scene: International Short Film Festival, Europavox, National Theatre, ASM Rugby Club, and more

• A growing metropolitan area with diverse opportunities and a high quality of life

Recruitment process

An initial review of applications will be carried out by Tiffany, our Talent Acquisition Manager.

A first interview—on-site or remote—will be conducted with the hiring manager and Tiffany.

Shortlisted candidates will then meet with our HR Business Partner (HRBP), and a site visit may be arranged.

Finally, all candidates involved in the recruitment process will receive feedback.

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