Role: Production country Head- Research crops
Head quarter: Hyderabad
Operating Area:- All India.
Reports to Crop Head/SCM head
This is a leadership position responsible for organizing and managing large-scale foundation and commercial seed production operations for Research paddy, Wheat and Hybrid mustard crops, with a focused expertise in
Research paddy and Wheat. The primary objective is to deliver targeted volumes of quality seed within approved budgets and agreed timelines, ensuring timely supply to meet sales requirements.
- Qualification:
- Education: B.Sc or M.Sc in Agriculture
- Experience:
- Minimum 1520 years of hands-on field production experience in reputed seed/agri-based organizations, specifically in Research Paddy and Wheat.
- Technical / Functional Competencies:
- Seed Production Planning
- Basic Computer Proficiency
- Field Agronomy Expertise
- Knowledge of Modern Production Technologies
- Strong Networking Abilities
- Familiarity with SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures)
- Effective Field Monitoring Practices
- Awareness of Industry Best Practices
- Strong Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills
- Awareness of Industry Best Practices
- Strong Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills.
- Behavioural / Leadership Competencies:
- Excellent Communication Skills
- Strong Organizational Abilities
- Problem-Solving Orientation
- Coaching & Mentoring Capability
- Strategic Thinking
- Change Management Proficiency
- Roles & Responsibilities:
- Identify suitable geographical areas for optimum production based on varietal adaptability and climatic suitability.
- Allocate production targets, productivity goals, and acreage to production team members effectively.
- Plan and conduct field visits during critical crop stages to ensure agronomic compliance and crop health.
- Promote and implement best agronomic and production practices to enhance productivity.
- Monitor team performance and ensure optimal utilization of resources.
- Forecast potential risks and prepare mitigation plans to safeguard committed production volumes.
- Organize pre-season planning meetings with staff and organizers.
- Conduct regular crop progress review meetings with field teams.
- Collaborate and coordinate with cross-functional departments such as R&D, QC, Processing, SCM, and Sales.
- Facilitate end-of-season review meetings to evaluate performance and strategize for the next cycle.
- Prepare and monitor field production budgets for each season.
- Build strong relationships with organizers and growers to maximize contracted acreage.
