Knowledge Specialist Horticulture

Job title:

Knowledge Specialist Horticulture

Company:

Farrow + Dutch

Job description

Knowledge Specialist Horticulture – GrodanEnsuring and disseminating up-to-date technical knowledge in high-tech greenhouse horticulture? And contributing to the success of Grodan – the market leader in substrate technology and knowledge transfer? In this new role as knowledge specialist horticulture in Roermond, you will structure, develop, and share knowledge. Both within the company and with partners. Are you ready to take knowledge management within an internationally operating company to the next level, with the freedom and responsibility to do so? Then read on!What does this role involve?Grodan is growing. The competitive pressure is increasing. Time for a strategic approach to knowledge management. As a knowledge specialist horticulture, you will build and structure knowledge to ensure that internal teams and commercial partners are always up to date. Your focus? Elevating the knowledge level of internal teams (sales, crop specialists, technical advisors) to create a uniform foundation.You will develop robust internal crop technical training programs for teams such as sales and crop specialists, ensuring they always have the right knowledge. Additionally, you will build and manage an internal knowledge library, providing quick access to relevant and up-to-date technical information.You will also coordinate projects related to knowledge management and transfer. The projects? Collaborations with external knowledge institutions and the development of new knowledge strategies. Exploring and implementing innovative digital tools? That’s your responsibility, making knowledge sharing even more effective. Furthermore, you will support the customer helpdesk with clear, accessible self-help documentation. And build relationships with key stakeholders inside and outside Grodan. By leveraging your network, you will ensure optimal collaboration and knowledge exchange.Why will this be your new job?This is a newly created role within Grodan, giving you the unique opportunity to shape it yourself. You will have significant freedom and responsibility to elevate knowledge management to the next level. Looking to grow into a senior knowledge or technical role in the future? That’s definitely possible. You will work in an international environment, collaborating with colleagues and partners worldwide. This is not a standard position, but a role with real impact. You decide how knowledge is best transferred and experiment with innovative solutions.

• You will be directly employed by Grodan in Roermond.
• This is a position of at least 32 hours per week.
• You will receive an attractive gross monthly salary of up to €6,088 (based on 40 hours, depending on your knowledge and experience). (In this role, you can grow to a salary of €7,521.)
• Plus, an 8.33% holiday allowance and a 13th-month salary.
• A collective pension plan, with Grodan covering two-thirds of the contributions.
• You will receive 25 regular vacation days, plus an additional 13 ATV days, ensuring plenty of time to unwind. On top of that, another 13 ATV days will be added to your pension.
• Discounts on health insurance, a bicycle plan, and gym memberships.
• And flexibility to maintain your ideal work-life balance.

What do you bring?

• A bachelor’s or master’s degree in plant sciences, agronomy, horticulture, or a related field.
• Experience in training, education, or knowledge management within greenhouse horticulture.
• Strong relationship management skills, both internally and externally. Along with excellent communication and presentation skills. You speak fluent English.
• You have a proactive and results-driven mindset, capable of thinking strategically while also rolling up your sleeves to get things done.
• Excellent organizational and coordination skills for managing projects and knowledge flows. You can navigate the boardroom and ensure the right information reaches the right people at the right time.
• Perseverance and resilience: you can thrive in a pragmatic, non-corporate culture and drive change within an organization that is highly focused on daily operations. Lastly, you are self-directed and able to bring structure to a dynamic environment.

Ready to make your choice?Time to apply! Your first introduction will be with Tom Tellings (manager operations) and Melissa Stienen (teamlead recruitment) from Farrow + Dutch. Next, you’ll meet Dave Coppen (talent attraction & employer branding manager) and Gonneke Gerkema (head of global marketing) from Grodan.Before the second round, you’ll complete an online assessment, which includes a skills and competency test. The second round will be a carousel interview consisting of three conversations:

• Gonneke Gerkema and Dave Coppen
• Rob Meijers (HR partner)
• Andrew Lee (global technical knowledge manager) and Emmanouela Alexopoulou (global technical communications)

Based on these interviews, we’ll make a final decision. Is everyone excited? Welcome aboard!___Need more info? Call, text, or email our colleague:​ Melissa Stienen
+31 (0) 628 506 213

Expected salary

€6088 per month

Location

Roermond, Limburg

Job date

Fri, 28 Mar 2025 23:17:21 GMT

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