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Seeds Procurement Manager

Location: Ames, Iowa, USA


Reference: 18020818

About Syngenta

Syngenta is a global leader in agriculture; rooted in science and dedicated to bringing plant potential to life. Each of our 28,000 employees in more than 90 countries work together to solve one of humanity’s most pressing challenges: growing more food with fewer resources. A diverse workforce and an inclusive workplace environment are enablers of our ambition to be the most collaborative and trusted team in agriculture. Our employees reflect the diversity of our customers, the markets where we operate and the communities which we serve. No matter what your position, you will have a vital role in safely feeding the world and taking care of our planet. Join us and help shape the future of agriculture.

About Us

At Syngenta, we are working to build the most collaborative and trusted team in agriculture that provides leading seeds and crop protection innovations to enhance the prosperity of farmers. We are currently seeking a Procurement Manager for Seeds in our Ames, IA location. We can offer some flexibility on

You will enhance the prosperity of farmers by:

  • Prepare and implement contracting strategies per crop for significant grower and subcontractor contracts to create the optimal balance in price, location, and capabilities.
  • Continually improve and standardize Seed contracts by developing innovative ways to contract with growers and third parties that meet Syngenta’s requirements.
  • Develop expertise in the marketplace that enables competitive pricing models.
  • Actively use supplier relationship management.
  • Coach and train Agronomist to build a set of skills to help them lead the negotiations with growers
  • Ensure compliance in the procurement to pay processes
  • Packaging, Seeds Treatment or Chemical purchases.
Accountabilities
  • Negotiation of commercial agreements including legal contracts
  • Ensure Procurement engagement on end to end Seeds Operations
  • Engage with Regional Procurement Managers to ensure sharing of best practices and regional alignment 
  • Develop and implement sourcing and pricing strategies that deliver Production and Supply objectives
  • Understand Syngenta’s objectives and identify appropriate third parties
  • Promote the use of a structured Supplier Relationship Management approach
  • Utilize and promote the use of available Seeds Operation and procurement tools
  • Demonstrate highest ethical standards and ensure company procedures are adopted and followed
  • Continually seek, identify and deliver potential opportunities and report and track opportunities in One innovation
  • Ensure measurement and delivery of KPI’s aligned with business objectives
  • Identify best practice and develop benchmarks that compare internal performance to industry best practice
  • Accountable to maintain current market knowledge and industry trends
  • Ensure compliance with policies and procedures

Qualifications

Requirements
  • Bachelor’s Degree in either Technical or Business
  • MBA or CPM desired but not required
  • Experience in Seeds Production, Procurement and Supply Chain
  • Excellent negotiating skills
  • Communication and interpersonal skills, ability to influence
  • Understanding of field production and processing operations
  • Ability to collaborate
  • Project management
  • Ability to establish relationships with business team members, regional and global procurement teams, and suppliers
  • Develops effective networks across the global and regional organization
  • Contributes positively to the values and the culture of the business
  • Ability to understand financial implications of sourcing strategies and contract designs
  • Travel requirements approximately 25%
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
 Application
 

Please click HERE to learn more and to apply online.


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.

 

More positions from: Syngenta Seeds Inc. (USA)

Posted from July 23, 2020 until January 23, 2021
SeedQuest reference number: 119457

Applicants must be legally eligible to work in the country where the position is located.
 
 
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