Global Commercial Head Vegetables

Company Description

Join Syngenta, a global leader in agriculture that is dedicated to bringing plant potential to life. We are looking for a Global Commercial Head of Vegetables to be based in Woodland, CA to help us shape the future of agriculture and feed the world sustainably.

Job Description

As a member of our Global Vegetables & Flowers leadership team, you will lead the improvement and development of our commercial capabilities across regions and markets while driving the digital transformation of our commercial organization to foster a data-driven culture. If you are passionate about agriculture, sales, and marketing, and have a proven track record of leading high-performing teams and implementing major change programs, you belong here. As the most geographically and culturally diverse business in the field, Syngenta Group is well positioned to provide farmers with the best technology and expertise to increase productivity and grow healthy, affordable and sustainable food.

In this role, you will: 

• Lead and set the direction for the sustainable development and continuous improvement of commercial capabilities globally, aiming to increase customer satisfaction and support business outcomes as defined by the global and regional business strategies. 
• Drive the digital transformation of the commercial organization and foster a data-driven culture, leveraging the latest technologies and tools to enhance efficiency, effectiveness, and innovation. 
• Serve as a member of the VOLT (Vegetables and Ornamentals Leadership Team) and collaborate with other senior leaders to align the commercial vision and strategy with the overall business objectives and priorities. 
• Manage and develop a diverse and talented team of sales and marketing professionals, providing them with coaching, feedback, and recognition. 
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key internal and external stakeholders, including customers, partners, suppliers, and industry associations. 
• Provides support for key commercial projects to enable global consistency / efficiency and strong leadership to the team for building strong connection to each region and function.

Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you will need: 

• 10+ years of experience in commercial roles spanning sales and marketing, preferably in the agriculture or related industries. 
• Effective management of high-performing teams and successful stakeholder engagement across all management levels in the organization. 
• Implementation of major change programs across all parts of the business organization and ability to inspire people. 
• Ability to work in a complex region across different countries, businesses, and cultures, and adapt to changing market conditions and customer needs. 
• Proven agronomy excellence and applying capabilities to support commercial operations. 
• Bachelor's degree or higher in business, marketing, agriculture, or related fields. 
• Ability to travel up to 80%

Additional Information

Critical Success Factors & Key Challenges 

• Strategic planning and direction 
• Key stakeholder relationship building 
• Have understanding of Syngenta products and internal Syngenta systems. 
• Ability to influence others with strategic vision and confidence 

What We Offer:

• Full Benefit Package (Medical, Dental & Vision) that starts the same day you do
• 401k plan with company match, Profit Sharing & Retirement Savings Contribution
• Paid Vacation, 12 Paid Holidays, Maternity and Paternity Leave, Education Assistance, Wellness Programs, Corporate Discounts among others
• A culture that promotes work/life balance, celebrates diversity and offers numerous family-oriented events throughout the year
• Sign on Bonus offered for this position

As the most geographically and culturally diverse business in the field, Syngenta Group is well positioned to provide farmers with the best technology and expertise to increase productivity and grow healthy, affordable and sustainable food.

Syngenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

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