At Syngenta, our goal is to build the most collaborative and trustworthy team in agriculture, providing top-quality seeds and innovative crop protection solutions that improve farmers' success. To support this mission, Syngenta’s Direct Procurement team is seeking a Direct Procurement Buyer in Vicente Lopez, Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Accountabilities
1. Direct Materials Procurement
- Lead purchasing processes
- Optimize cost-benefit ratios
- Ensure quality standards
- Monitor delivery timelines
2. Strategic Supplier Management
- Build and maintain key partnerships
- Coordinate performance evaluations and audits
- Negotiate agreements
- Drive supplier development programs
3. Category Management
- Handle high-value purchasing categories
- Analyze supplier markets
- Identify cost-saving opportunities
- Ensure policy compliance
4. Strategic Analysis & Planning
- Develop sourcing strategies
- Perform spend analysis
- Manage budget and forecasts
- Monitor market trends and pricing
Company Description
About Syngenta
Syngenta is a global leader in agricultural innovation with a presence in more than 90 countries. Syngenta is focused on developing technologies and farming practices that empower farmers, so they can make the transformation required to feed the world’s population while preserving our planet. Its bold scientific discoveries deliver better benefits for farmers and society on a bigger scale than ever before. Guided by its Sustainability Priorities, Syngenta is developing new technologies and solutions that support farmers to grow healthier plants in healthier soil with a higher yield. Syngenta Crop Protection is headquartered in Basel, Switzerland; Syngenta Seeds is headquartered in the United States. Read our stories and follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram & X.
Qualifications
Required
- Minimum 3 years in purchasing/procurement
- Experience negotiating high-value contracts
- Knowledge in supplier management and strategic sourcing
- Advanced Excel
- Advanced English (written and spoken)
- Knowledge of regulations and compliance
Desired
- Chemical/agrochemical industry experience
- Knowledge of ERP systems (SAP preferred)
- Knowledge of Power BI
- Knowledge of Portuguese
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.
- Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, Maternity and Paternity Leave, Education Assistance, Wellness Programs, Corporate Discounts, among other benefits.
Important:
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.
Beyond just believing in the power of diversity, Syngenta Group promotes an inclusive culture that includes differences in all its forms. We believe that the feeling of belonging allows people to become their best version, building an increasingly welcoming and productive environment.
All qualified candidates will be considered for our positions, without distinction of race, gender, age, nationality or disability
*This position will not provide relocation support.
*This position will require immediate availability.
Be part of a leading company that brings the potential of plants to life.
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