R&D Manager Traditional Poultry, Boxmeer

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R&D Manager Traditional Poultry

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Hendrix Genetics .

About the Role Are you ready to lead innovation in animal genetics and make a real impact in the poultry industry? As

R&D Manager Traditional Poultry

at Hendrix Genetics, you’ll be at the forefront of developing and managing breeding programs that shape the future of poultry production.

You’ll lead a passionate team of Geneticists and R&D Farm Coordinators, drive strategic product development, and collaborate across departments to ensure our breeding programs meet market demands and deliver top performance. This is a high‑impact role with room to innovate, influence, and grow.

What You’ll Be Doing

Set and steer product development goals with the Product Development Committee

Design, implement, and evaluate breeding programs across all genetic lines

Lead improvement projects and guide your team in execution

Ensure high‑level expertise in species‑specific genetics within your department

Report on genetic progress, project status, and future‑impacting developments

Collaborate with Business Unit Layers&Traditional Poultry, other BUs, and our central Research&Technology Centre (RTC)

Work closely with Production, Technical Support, Marketing, and Sales teams

Represent Hendrix Genetics in the poultry production chain and industry events

Foster a team culture of energy, collaboration, and solution‑focused thinking

What You Bring

Strong interest in and understanding of market trends and customer needs

Degree in Animal Breeding or Animal Science with strong focus on animal genetics

5+ years of experience in animal breeding, preferably in industry

Expertise in poultry production systems and/or biotechnology

Fluent in English

Willingness to travel (25–35%)

You’re Someone Who…

Thinks strategically and analytically

Is creative, innovative, and driven to make things happen

Communicates clearly and leads with confidence

Builds strong networks in industry and research

Excels in project management and team leadership

What We Offer

A leadership role in a global, forward‑thinking company

A chance to shape the future of poultry genetics and sustainability

A collaborative culture where your ideas and impact matter

Opportunities for growth, innovation, and international exposure

Ready to lead the next generation of poultry genetics? Apply before November 7th via the‘Apply’ button and help us build a smarter, more sustainable future!

In case you have any questions regarding this vacancy, feel free to reach out to Gosse Veninga, Director of Product Excellence, via gosse.veninga@hendrix‑genetics.com.

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