Agri Innovation Director

2 weeks ago


Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India DS Group Full time

Job Overview

The DS Group is seeking a seasoned Agri R&D Lead to spearhead our R&D activities in plant science technology-led cultivation and engineering.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Strategy Development: Design and implement a comprehensive R&D strategy in line with business objectives, leveraging best-in-class industry trends.
  • R&D Operations: Create and deliver an annual R&D operational plan, ensuring alignment with the overall business and R&D strategy.
  • Land Acquisition and Research: Make recommendations to the Board on new land acquisition, nascent crop selection, and scaling up proven methods.
  • Tech Solutions: Monitor R&D progress, implement the right tools and techniques to improve success rates, and facilitate training of farm teams on recent developments.
  • Market Research and Partnerships: Conduct global technology best-practice scans, evaluate potential vendors/partners, and identify those suitable for trialling in India.
  • IP Creation: Apply for patents and protect IP, devise strategies to extend or monetize patents nearing the end of their life cycle.

Team Management:

  • Talent Acquisition and Retention: Recruit and retain top talent.
  • KPI Definition and Performance Assessment: Define and set KPIs with the HR team, conduct work planning and performance assessments.

Requirements:

  • 15+ years of work experience in Agri business in India or globally, with a strong preference for candidates with experience in modern farming practices like hydroponics.
  • Proven track record of producing and yielding the right varietals, in line with agronomical conditions.
  • Experience of working with other functional teams, especially farm operations to deploy innovations at commercial scale.
  • Chartered Accountant with minimum 20 years of post-qualification experience.

Aspirations:

  • Create a 500+Cr company with a global footprint within the first 2-3 years of operations.

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