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JacksonGrant Partners with East-West Seed for Talent Acquisition

JacksonGrant is in partnership with East-West Seed, one of the most trusted tropical vegetable seed suppliers in the world. Since 1982 East-West Seed has been on a mission to provide seeds and services that improve the lives of farmers and promote sustainable farming and business practices globally.

Winners of the 2019 World Food Prize, known as the ‘Nobel Prize for Food’, the work of East-West Seed has invigorated the tropical seed industry in Southeast Asia and beyond, through its support of smallholders and the development of both rural and urban markets for vegetable crops, making nutritious vegetables more affordable and transforming the lives of 20 million farmers every year.

JacksonGrant has supported East-West Seed’s executive search and talent acquisition processes for some time and are especially pleased to have put pen to paper for a new RaaS project designed to further reinforce their continued growth in Thailand and Southeast Asia.

Recent East West Seed jobs

Procurement Category Sourcing Manager
Location:Sai Noi, Thailand
Job type:Permanent
Salary:Negotiable

Our client, a leader in tropical vegetable seeds, is seeking an experienced Procurement Category Sourcing Manager to manage complex procurement categories and lead strategic sourcing initiatives. The ideal candidate will excel in cost analysis, pricing trend forecasting, and cost-saving strategy development. This role includes identifying long-term supply partners, negotiating enterprise-wide contracts, and refining sourcing policies. Collaboration with internal stakeholders to align procurement strategies with business goals is a key aspect of the role.Responsibilities: Develop and implement category strategies aligned with business priorities to optimise procurement decisions Work with business partners to drive Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) process improvements and identify the best sourcing options Establish rules and methods to assess supplier performance and define selection criteria for new partners Negotiate contracts following company policies, providing interpretation and analysis to mitigate contractual risks Review and evaluate supplier requests for changes or revisions in contracts affecting technical specifications, cost, or schedules Collaborate with the Procurement community to implement category strategies that maximise value for money and ensure continuous improvement Promote and implement transformation programs through effective communication plans, achieving a structured and resilient procurement framework Provide value-adding reports to assess the company’s spend landscape, identifying synergies and cost-saving opportunities Qualifications: Degree in supply chain management, engineering, business administration, or a related field At least five years of proven experience as a Sourcing Manager or Procurement Manager Mastery of sourcing and vendor management, with proficiency in relevant software and applications Strong understanding of market dynamics and business judgment Excellent project management, communication, and leadership skills Ability to negotiate effectively in diverse multinational markets and maintain strong networking relationships Analytical skills for data collection, analysis, and interpretation Sound judgment with the ability to make quick and effective decisions This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a global leader in tropical agriculture. If you are an experienced procurement professional with a strategic mindset and a passion for innovation, apply now!

Accountant - Account Payable & Payment
Location:Sai Noi, Thailand
Job type:Permanent
Salary:Negotiable

Our client, a prominent company in the global agriculture sector, is recognised for pioneering technologies and sustainable farming practices. They are seeking an Accountant - Accounts Payable & Payment to manage accounts payable functions, ensuring timely and accurate processing of vendor invoices, payments, and expense reports. This role involves close collaboration with internal teams and vendors to ensure compliance with financial regulations and company policies.Responsibilities: Review, verify, and process invoices Ensure invoices adhere to company policies and approval requirements Accurately enter invoices into the accounting system Prepare and schedule payments in line with terms Reconcile payment batches and ensure proper documentation Track payment deadlines and prioritise urgent payments Assist in preparing tax forms and other necessary documents Perform vendor and account reconciliations for AP and balance sheets Maintain organised records of invoices, payments, and reconciliations Prepare monthly and year-end accounts payable reports Support audit documentation and maintain AP files Suggest and implement improvements for finance processes Work closely with finance, procurement, and other teams to resolve issues Support system updates, including ERP implementation Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field 5 years of experience in accounts payable or finance roles Strong understanding of accounts payable processes and accounting principles Proficient in accounting software and Microsoft Office, especially Excel Knowledge of tax regulations (e.g., withholding tax, VAT) Strong written and spoken communication skills in English Customer-focused, action-oriented, and results-driven Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams Strong strategic thinking and decision-making skills Adaptable to fast-paced and evolving environments This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the financial operations of a global leader in agriculture. If you are detail-oriented and passionate about process efficiency, apply today!

Business Analyst (Finance)
Location:Sai Noi, Thailand
Job type:Permanent
Salary:Negotiable

Our client, a global leader in the agricultural sector known for its innovation and commitment to sustainability, is seeking a D365 Finance Business Analyst. In this role, your key responsibilities include understanding business processes, configuring the system with minimal customizations, and optimizing efficiency.As an integral part of our internal ERP implementation and support team, the Business Analyst (Finance) will be essential in deploying and maintaining Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations (D365 F&O) across EWS locations.This position is central to driving operational efficiency and consistency by ensuring that financial processes and systems align with organizational goals and compliance standards.Responsibilities: Champion and promote the adoption of D365 F&O within the finance business users Analyze current business processes and assist users in making the best use of systems Coordinate process improvement efforts by documenting current processes and analyzing the - effectiveness and efficiency of existing systems and processes The Analyst will monitor the system to identify trends and make recommendations on process improvements. Work closely with our Business Process Owners (BPO) and Subject Matter Experts (SME) on projects across all the regions Knowledge of end to end D365FO implementation, including interfacing and integration Support users on how-to questions, walk-through D365 steps and train users as needed Coordinate with central data providers to ensure that all master data is filled in for transaction processing Work with the technical team members to make sure the business needs are incorporated into the specifications and functions Document global standards for configuring companies on the D365 platform Provide testing support using modern techniques in unit, UAT, and integration testing Work with consulting and support partners to support and resolve technical and functional issues in the D365 system Partner with other team members on continuous process improvement activities (i.e., system enhancements) Requirements: Degree in Accounting or Finance or Computer Science or related field Dynamics 365 implementation experience with more than one (1) full life cycle implementation and 4 years of experience with Dynamics 365/AX required Business domain experience in the Accounting/ Finance industry is preferred Experience in financial report development and financial data analysis using Power BI, Management report, and other financial reporting tools Experience with modeling financial business process and translating requirements into a business application Previous ERP experience with GL, AR, AP, SO modules in D365 Finance Operations preferred, or Microsoft AX. (Will train D365 Finance modules if extensive ERP accounting experience) Work well as part of a team to meet deliverables Strong communication skills and the ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders Familiarity with cost accounting and cost management in the manufacturing environment

D365 F&O Technical Developer
Location:Sai Noi, Thailand
Job type:Permanent
Salary:Negotiable

Our client, a global leader in the agricultural sector known for its innovation and commitment to sustainability, is seeking a D365 F&O Technical Developer. you will be responsible for implementing and extending Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations applications to meet the specific needs of business.As a key member of development team, you will utilize standardized application coding patterns, extensible features, and integrate external systems to enhance the functionality and performance of Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations. Your expertise in application development and system integration will play a critical role in delivering high-quality solutions that streamline operations, improve efficiency, and align with our business goals.Responsibilities: D365FO Technical Developer should be able to handle simple to complex development on forms, extended tables, EDT, classes and extended AOT elements. Implements reports per requirements documents and standards. Is responsible for the design and development of modifications or extensions to the standard Microsoft Dynamics applications. Good understanding of functional capabilities of D365: Financials, Accounting, Manufacturing. Knowledge of end to end D365FO implementation, including interfacing and integration. Good understanding of LCS (Life Cycle Services) and Azure DevOps. Candidate should have excellent understanding of MS D365 Finance and Operations architecture and experience in using Developer tools, can manage source code and artifacts, can customize D365FO by using Visual Studio and have background on systems implementations by using LifeCycle Services. Provides technical input in creating functional specifications when customizations or extensions to Microsoft Dynamics solutions are needed. Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues, ensuring system performance and reliability. Requirements Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Mathematics, Information Systems or other related courses. 4 years of ERP technical implementation (D365 FO, AX 2012, - X ) and integration experience working with Enterprise clients Having good experience in Microsoft SQL Server, X , MorphX, SQL Reporting Services, and Microsoft Office. Experience in creating reports, forms, modules and integration with other systems using AIF/DIXF. Estimation of development timeline. Minimum of two full lifecycle ERP implementations leading a technical workstream such as integration, data conversion or extension development Strong communication skills and the ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders

Lead - Cloud Infrastructure and Security Technology
Location:Sai Noi, Thailand
Job type:Permanent
Salary:Negotiable

Our client, a global leader in the agricultural sector known for its innovation and commitment to sustainability, is seeking a Lead for Cloud Infrastructure and Security Technology. This pivotal role resides within the Technology Security division as part of the Group Strategy & Transformation function and reports directly to the Group Head of Enterprise & Cloud Security.As the technical lead and subject matter expert (SME), you will take charge of designing and delivering cloud services and projects that align with the organization’s strategic goals. This position is instrumental in driving transformative initiatives, optimizing cloud infrastructure, and ensuring seamless adoption of cloud solutions throughout the organization.Responsibilities:Cloud Foundation Design and Implementation Serve as the technical lead and SME for cloud architecture and security, providing expert guidance on best practices for cloud architecture, design, and deployment. To support business initiatives, design and implement a secure and scalable cloud foundation across one or more cloud providers (e.g., Azure, AWS, and GCP). Define and implement cloud landing zone and security best practices and controls across the cloud foundation, including account structures, identity and access management (IAM), network topologies, security configuration, data protection and governance policies, standards, and procedures compliance with global regulations such as GDPR, ISO 27001, and NIST. Implement cost optimization strategies to monitor and control cloud spending and maintain a cloud cost management framework, including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting. Cloud Security Technology Led the implementation of the One Identity solution to centralize and streamline identity management across EWS. Designed and oversaw the IAM service for Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure AD) and Google Directory, including technology selection, security architecture, and 1 II. Roles and Responsibilities integration with EWS ICT services to ensure robust authentication, authorization, and auditing capabilities. Focus on the analytical aspects of IAM, including user access reviews, policy enforcement, and reporting. Privileged Access Management (PAM) Design, implement, and maintain the overall PAM service to protect and control elevated organizational access. Ensure secure provisioning, management, and monitoring of privileged accounts, and enforce session recording, password vaulting, and Just-In-Time (JIT) access to minimize risks associated with privileged accounts. Service Management As a service owner, take responsibility for the entire lifecycle management of Cloud, IAM, and PAM services. Contribute to developing and aligning the service strategy with the EWS ICT strategy. Define Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to measure service performance. Collaborate with relevant ICT teams, service providers, and vendors to ensure service availability and quality comply with the defined SLAs and KPIs. Establish and maintain comprehensive documentation for design, implementation, and configuration ready for handing over to the ICT operation team. Stay up-to-date with the latest Cloud, IAM and PAM technologies, trends, and best practices with knowledge sharing with the related teams. Work cross-functionally with relevant ICT teams (e.g., Infrastructure and Digital applications) to enable service integrations, complying with security-by-design principles. Qualifications: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field. ICT CertificatesCompTIA A , Network or Security or CCNA or CCSA and Certified Solution Architect of AWS, Azure, or GCP Preferred certificates: Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP), Azure Security Engineer Associate preferred, or AWS Certified Security 5 years of experience in infrastructure-related roles, with a strong foundation in IT systems, networking, and security. 3 years of experience in cloud or related roles, with hands-on experience in Azure, AWS, or GCP. Proficiency in managing Microsoft Entra ID and other cloud identity and access management solutions, with hands-on experience in Microsoft Entra ID. Strong understanding of Privileged Access Management (PAM) solutions, their integration with cloud environments, and hands-on experience in PAM products. Experience with cloud security frameworks such as CIS Benchmarks and NIST guidelines. Knowledge of cloud security tools like Azure Security Center, AWS Security Hub, and Google Cloud Security Command Center.

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