Field Grow-Out Test Specialist (Central)

In this role, your work will include:

Ensuring timely execution of Grow-Out Tests (GOT) in accordance with established processes and quality standards.

Coordinating the timely receipt and sowing of seed samples through effective collaboration with Sampling and other Quality teams.

Guiding vendors on standard agronomic practices, crop protection, and FGOT execution to ensure reliable trait expression and accurate test results.

Monitoring vendor field operations through regular field visits and following up on deviations and non-conformities.

Conducting field observations, recording varietal characteristics using crop-specific descriptors, and evaluating genetic purity, off-types, and selfs.

Preparing accurate inspection reports, records, recommendations, and test results within required timelines.

Ensuring all GOT activities are completed in compliance with company SOPs, quality standards, and applicable regulatory requirements.

What you bring as our future colleague

As a Field Grow-Out Test Specialist, you bring strong technical knowledge of vegetable crops, field evaluation skills, and a passion for Quality control. You are detail-oriented, analytical, and capable of working independently while effectively collaborating with internal and external stakeholders.

In addition, you possess the following:

Educational background in Agriculture.

3 to 5 years of relevant experience, preferably in Field Grow-Out Tests (FGOT) in vegetable crops.

Knowledge of crops and their important varietal traits.

Knowledge of crop nutrition, crop management, and disease management practices.

Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Strong collaboration, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Excellent communication skills.

Ability to work independently and efficiently during peak workload periods

Willingness to work in Central / South India.

Enza Zaden as your employer
Enza Zaden is an international family-owned company that has been developing innovative vegetable varieties since 1938. Together with more than 3,300 colleagues worldwide, we work on vegetable seeds with better flavor, higher yield and strong resistances. We do this from our mission: “Breeding to feed the world.” Every day, more than 480 million people eat vegetables grown from our seeds, and that is something we are very proud of.

We’re passionate about our work and care about one another. Good ideas are given room to grow and together we keep moving forward. This is how we continue to grow and innovate, both as a company and as colleagues.

What you can expect from us
We believe it is important that you can grow in your work and feel good about what you do. That is why we invest in your development, well-being, and job satisfaction. Through our Great to Grow development program, our focus on vitality, and activities that bring colleagues together, we create a work environment where you can keep learning and contribute with energy and enjoyment.

You can also count on:

A role for 45 to 48 hours per week;

Attractive compensation aligned with industry benchmarks

An attractive bonus plan ;

A laptop from Enza Zaden;

Room to develop yourself through our Great to Grow development program, training courses and e-learning platform;

Let’s connect
Looking for a career that grows with you? Apply using the application button by 30th September 2026. You will receive an automatic confirmation within a few minutes. We will let you know the next step within 10 business days.

An assessment is part of the application process. This role cannot be filled on an interim basis. A security screening is also part of our recruitment process.

Do you have questions about the role or the application process? Please feel free to contact Pranita Aghamkar, HR Specialist, at P.aghamkar@enzazaden.co.in.

Enza Zaden is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on background, identity, or personal characteristics.

Want to learn more about Enza Zaden? Visit our website.