Careers with East-West Seed | JacksonGrant Sustainable Agriculture Talent Partner

JacksonGrant is proud to partner with East-West Seed, a global pioneer in tropical vegetable seed innovation and sustainable agriculture.

Since 1982, East-West Seed has supported millions of smallholder farmers across Southeast Asia through high-quality seeds, training and technical support building resilient, productive farming systems that improve livelihoods.

Awarded the 2019 World Food Prize for its transformative impact on food security and farmer development, East-West Seed continues to shape the future of food security, farmer livelihoods, and agricultural sustainability. With operations impacting over 20 million farmers, the company’s work is both locally and globally significant.

Through a long-standing relationship built on trust and performance, JacksonGrant led executive search and strategic hiring initiatives for East-West Seed. Today, we proudly deliver an embedded RaaS™ (Recruitment as a Service) solution supporting their continued growth, innovation, and long-term success across Thailand and the region.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and implement a Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) schedule, ensuring all activities are carried out and any missed maintenance is planned back in.

Audit and ensure compliance of engineering data systems across the facility.

Schedule internal and external works to maximise planned downtime and minimise unplanned disruptions.

Manage the team to ensure machine availability, reactively addressing dysfunctional machinery as required.

Ensure routine calibration and maintenance of electro-mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems are undertaken on schedule.

Adhere to daily and weekly site checks to ensure smooth and safe operation.

Propose and lead infrastructure expansion, construction, renovation, and asset modification or replacement projects.

Develop and impart working knowledge of plant machinery, facilities, and equipment across the team.

Ensure all facilities are ready for operation, including substations under the EWS Group.

Work closely with the Management Team, Country SHE Team, Plant Manager, and other departments to ensure actions are delivered on time and within scope.

Drive CAPEX investment projects and manage maintenance OPEX and budget planning, monitoring actual spend against plan.

Provide engineering consultancy and guidance to all related functions across the business.

Implement engineering solutions to improve sustainability and resource efficiency across the plant.

Collaborate with government bodies and relevant external parties as required.

Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering.

Certification in Occupational Health and Safety or a related discipline.

Minimum 10 years of experience in engineering and maintenance within a manufacturing environment.

Strong knowledge of process and operational safety, health, and environmental management.

Proficient in AutoCAD, Excel, and Google Sheets; experience with Power BI or Looker Studio is an advantage.

Fluent in English, both written and verbal.

Knowledge of PLC programming and automation systems.

Knowledge of building and facilities maintenance.

Knowledge of calibration systems and processes.

Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and project management skills.

Good interpersonal and leadership skills with the ability to manage and motivate a team.

Collaborative team player with a service-oriented mindset and a drive for continuous improvement.

Knowledge of TPM, Lean, and Six Sigma methodologies is an advantage.

Strong negotiation skills with contractors and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

Consolidate and prepare monthly financial decks and dashboards to track Group actual and forecasted KPIs, including Sales, Gross Profit, IGV, Opex, Accounts Receivable, and DSO.

Conduct variance analysis on Sales, Gross Profit, and IGV by market and crop, as well as Opex by function, cost centre, market, and spending category.

Engage with Market Finance, Sales and Marketing business partners, and Group cross-functional teams to gather business insights on sales and margin drivers including price, volume, and mix.

Support Group S&OP by identifying key risks and opportunities across top-line and spending, and present findings to support decision-making with the Group Finance Business Partner.

Support the preparation of official Financial Forecasts and Annual Budget submissions for Group Net Sales and Commercial Opex, including financial presentations.

Work closely with the Commercial Intelligence team to ensure BI financial dashboards are accurate and up to date, and develop new dashboards as required.

Support data requirements to develop and analyse Crop P&L across the Group.

Collaborate with Group Commercials, Operations, and market teams on Commercial SLOB and Excess Stock Management.

Support the development of financial practice standards in the Commercials area to improve cost clarity, accounting accuracy, and integrity.

Reconcile gross sales between BI and TM1 systems to ensure data consistency.

Initiate group guidelines and financial instructions to subsidiaries within the OTC process, implement corrective measures and controls, and evaluate their effectiveness in managing risk.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, with a focus on Finance, Accounting, or Management Information Systems.

Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in financial controlling, FP&A, or external audit, preferably within a global or multicultural environment.

Critical thinker with a fast, adaptive, and proactive approach and a growth mindset.

Ability to manage multiple priorities and shifting deadlines with strong attention to detail.

Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.

Excellent communication skills with a willingness to support and guide subsidiaries and cross-functional teams on best practice and financial acumen.

Strong proficiency in Google Workspace, including Google Sheets, Gmail, Slides, and Docs, or equivalent Microsoft Office tools.

Experience in building reports with Power BI and managing multiple data sources.

Responsibilities:

Lead pre-breeding to introgress key traits from wild/exotic germplasm

Develop and validate molecular markers and genomic tools for trait discovery

Drive crop-specific research projects aligned with trait strategies

Collaborate with Crop Breeding Managers to define and execute trait strategies

Integrate advanced technologies (phenotyping, environmental modeling) into trials

Evaluate and enrich diverse germplasm to strengthen breeding pipelines

Facilitate germplasm exchange and knowledge sharing globally

Oversee pre-breeding trials, ensuring data quality and experimental standards

Supervise and train technical staff and field teams for trial execution

Analyze large-scale genotypic, phenotypic, and environmental data for selection

Apply genomic prediction and machine learning to improve breeding accuracy

Represent the program at internal reviews, conferences, and global collaborations

Requirements:

PhD in plant breeding, genetics, applied genomics, or MSc with ≥3 years relevant experience

Strong foundation in quantitative genetics, genomic selection, and modern breeding methods

Proficiency in R, Python, or similar platforms for data analysis and predictive modeling

Experience with large-scale data, machine learning, and statistical modeling

Familiarity with high-throughput phenotyping, NGS, and marker-assisted selection

Demonstrated project management and problem-solving skills

Excellent communication, able to translate complex science into actionable insights

Collaborative, adaptable, purpose-driven, and motivated to deliver impactful outcomes

East-West Seed Candidate FAQs

East-West Seed is a global leader in tropical vegetable seed innovation, committed to improving farmer livelihoods and strengthening food systems. Building a career here means contributing to meaningful impact while working with a company that combines science, sustainability, and long-term vision.

East-West Seed operates as a multinational organisation with teams across Southeast Asia and beyond. The environment is collaborative, purpose-driven, and built on strong agricultural expertise. Employees work across functions and countries, creating a diverse and inclusive workplace rooted in shared values.

With operations across multiple regions and a strong global footprint, East-West Seed provides opportunities for cross-border exposure, skill development, and career progression. Employees are encouraged to take ownership, develop expertise, and grow within a business that continues to expand internationally.

The company supports millions of smallholder farmers by providing high-quality seeds, technical training, and agricultural knowledge. Every role within the organisation contributes to strengthening food security, improving productivity, and promoting sustainable farming practices.

East-West Seed values integrity, innovation, collaboration, and long-term thinking. The company promotes fairness, equal opportunity, and respect for diverse perspectives, ensuring a professional environment where people from different backgrounds can thrive.