Global Commercial Head-Vegetables

Company Description

Syngenta is a global leader in agriculture; rooted in science and dedicated to bringing plant potential to life.  We invite you to help us shape the future of agriculture. At Syngenta, we believe every employee has a role to play in safely feeding the world and taking care of our planet. To support that challenge, the Vegetable Seeds team is currently seeking a Global Commercial Head-Vegetables to be based in Woodland, CA.

Job Description

You will help shape the future of agriculture by: 

• Leading the improvement and sustainable development of global commercial capabilities aiming increased customer satisfaction and supporting business outcomes as defined by the global and regional business strategies. 
• Leading and setting direction for the sustainable development and continuous improvement of commercial capabilities globally. 
• Driving digital transformation in commercial organization and drive organization to a data driven approach. 
• Serve as a member of the VOLT (Vegetables and Ornamentals Leadership Team.)

Qualifications

• 10+ years’ experience in commercial role spanning sales and marketing. 
• Effective management of high performing teams & successful stakeholder engagement across all management levels in the organisation. 
• Implementation of major change programs across all parts of business organization & ability to inspire people. 
• Ability to work in complex region across different countries, businesses and cultures.  
• Proven agronomy excellence and applying capabilities to support commercial operations. 

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 

Additional Information 

• Travel Requirements – 80% 

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

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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