State Affairs Lead

Company Description

Syngenta Group is one of the world’s leading sustainable agriculture innovation companies, with roots going back more than 250 years. Our 53,000 people across more than 100 countries strive every day to transform agriculture through tailor-made solutions for the benefit of farmers, society and our planet –making us the world’s most local agricultural technology and innovation partner.

Syngenta Group is committed to operating at the highest standards of ethics and integrity. This is a commitment that we are making to investors, customers, society and employees. Syngenta Group is also committed to maintaining a workplace environment free from discrimination and harassment.

Job Description

Please note: This position will support Syngenta’s South-Central US region. This role can be supported remotely. Optimal support location is in the Kansas City area or other major metropolitan areas in South-Central USA.

At Syngenta, we are working to create the most collaborative and trusted team in agriculture that provides leading seeds and crop protection innovations to enhance the prosperity of farmers. To support this challenge, Syngenta’s Sustainability and Corporate Affairs team is currently seeking a State Affairs Manager to support Syngenta’s South-Central region.

Accountabilities:

• Responsible for the management and implementation of the legislative and regulatory priorities in the South-Central US.
• Interact with elected and appointed political officials, at the State Level. This position is also responsible for the management of relationships with key commodity and user group to protect and enhance Syngenta's business interests.
• Work with other business units, including Crop Protection, Seeds, Syngenta Biotechnology sales, State and Federal Registration on projects, as directed by State Affairs Team Leader.
• Work with the Stewardship Team on water quality and other product stewardship projects in the various States.
• Responsible for management of Syngenta Contract Lobbyist and consultants in their various states and will serve as the key contact for state commodity groups and regional trade associations. This individual is also key Syngenta interface with State Secretaries, Directors & Commissioners of Agriculture along with other key state regulators.
• Manage legislation in assigned states and enable Syngenta Freedom to Operate.
• Coordinate Syngenta initiatives with Key Commodity Groups, Agribusiness Associations and Farm Bureaus, and Farmers Unions organizations at State Level.
• Assist Sales, State Regulatory Affairs, and R&D with regulatory issues that impact Syngenta.

Qualifications

Required:

• A minimum of a 4-year degree, preferably in Ag related field.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience working in Ag related field, preferably in Ag policy/advocacy at state or federal level.
• Proficiency in public speaking and writing skills.
• Up to 50% travel is required for this role.

Preferred:

• Excellent knowledge of regulatory requirements for registration of pesticides and seed traits.
• Experience in political/regulatory process.
• Excellent knowledge of the US regulatory environment and processes.
• Excellent knowledge of crop production systems, food supply chains, agricultural businesses and markets.

Additional Information

What We Offer: 

• A culture that celebrates diversity & inclusion, promotes professional development, and strives for a work-life balance that supports the team members. Offers flexible work options to support your work and personal needs. 
• Full Benefit Package (Medical, Dental & Vision) that starts your first day.  
• 401k plan with company match, Profit Sharing & Retirement Savings Contribution. 
• Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, Maternity and Paternity Leave, Education Assistance, Wellness Programs, Corporate Discounts, among other benefits. 

Syngenta has been ranked as a top employer by Science Journal. 
Learn more about our team and our mission here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OVCN_51GbNI 

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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