Head Product Technology and Engineering Münchwilen

Role purpose: Product Technology and Engineering (PT&E) is part of the R&D organization and is a function composed by chemists, scientists and engineers that are responsible to create the customers physical experience of every Syngenta Crop Protection product. For that, PT&E is organized in different sub-functions such as Formulation Development, Analytical Development, Formulation and Packaging Engineering and Application Technology.

• To lead the Product Technology & Engineering resources at the Münchwilen PT&E technology center.
• Work with CPR&D and Business Leaders to ensure that the commercial teams are fully supported with an exciting and applicable product pipeline.
• Working with the global PTE, agree the technical, infrastructure and people strategy for the technology center.
• With global focus, develop and promote effective technical teams that will provide innovative and scalable processes and solutions that will meet internal and external customer needs.
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement (in collaboration with other PT&E leaders) to ensure we maintain efficient and effective product technology capabilities.
• Establish strong technical and people leadership, delivering ongoing regional and global excellence through recruitment, coaching and developing succession plans for the center.

 Accountabilities

• Lead the PT&E LT at Münchwilen to ensure that the PT&E team have a clear strategy with respect to role the site plays in the global PT&E organisation and that we develop the required capability and capacity to support current and future ambitions.
• Responsible and disciplined approach to budget, resource planning and management.
• Enable agility and responsiveness by developing people and organization that can respond to emerging needs and changes at Syngenta, especially at our major interfaces.
• Establish and foster positive environments for science, innovation and product development.
• Balance strategic, tactical projects and initiatives cooperatively and objectively by working with other leaders at Münchwilen.

Syngenta Crop Protection, the largest Syngenta Group unit, leads in sustainable farming solutions, offering innovative products to keep crops healthy while minimizing environmental impact, from planting to harvest.

• 10+ years experience in a significant leadership or technical position in Product Technology and Engineering and / or relevant business management functions
• University degree in a relevant technical field with significant technical and leadership experience in the chemical industry
• Deep understanding of industrial product development, processes and concepts, including the innovation, product development and technology transfer
• Understanding of the key technical requirements, skills and capabilities for PT&E engineering, including formulation, packaging and application engineering.
• Significant experience in project management across functions, geographies and cultures
• Proven leadership skills in groups of 20+ people
• Ability to communicate and lead a multi-functional team with credibility and empathy, maintaining a balance between local needs and issues while remaining connected to broader regional or global developments

Additional requirement:  

• The role will require domestic and international travel, but will require strong focus and leadership presence for the “local” teams.

We offer a variety of financial and non-financial benefits including: 

• We offer a position which contributes to valuable and impactful work in a stimulating and international environment  
• The opportunity to make a difference to process safety, both within Syngenta’s global operations, and in shaping safety legislation and culture worldwide
• A superb working environment with an open culture and diverse workforce where new ideas are always welcome 
• The opportunity to work with and learn from highly qualified and experienced employees and gain scientific and technical excellence 
• Learning culture (Together we Grow) and wide range of training options 
• You will profit from a competitive pension fund plan, flexible working, attractive bonus system, onsite doctor, fitness room, canteen, and other benefits such as Family friendly initiatives, Child and Family allowance

Please send your complete application with CV, diploma and work certificates (if applicable) in ENGLISH language.

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.