Quality System Expert

We have an exciting opportunity for a Quality Management Analyst in Manchester. The role is responsible for support a portfolio of delivery areas of the Quality Management System, maintain processes and data owned by Quality and provide technical expertise to the function and wider organization.

Responsibilities/accountabilities will include (but are not limited to): 

• Support, maintain and improve the processes associated with those delivery areas assigned by the Manager.
• Identify changing business needs that may lead to the requirement for change or  improvements to processes.
• Maintain specialist knowledge and awareness of developments in SAP and supported Quality IT tools.
• Develop, collaborate and implement digital tools and ERP systems. 
• Ensure training materials for use by the Quality function to deploy the QMS are provided and maintained. Train the trainers. Ensure understanding of the requirements of the delivery area are understood and the organization can become and remain compliant.
• Measure performance of the tools including feedback from the Quality function and wider organization, and put in place improvements.
• Ability to work effectively with a network of subject matter experts within Quality and the wider organization.
• Provide user support for Quality System tools, drive continuous improvement in the overall performance of those tools through analysis of support requests and issues raised.
• Drive special projects related to digital, quality improvements & data science/analysis.

Syngenta Group is one of the world’s biggest agricultural technology companies, with roots going back more than 250 years. With more than 59,000 employees, operating in more than 100 countries, the company strives to transform agriculture with science-driven, technological innovations to deliver high productivity and high-quality food while fighting climate change and restore nature. Syngenta Group is working with farmers to enable Regenerative Agriculture - an outcome-based food production system that nurtures and restores soil health, protects the climate and water resources and biodiversity, and enhances farms' productivity and profitability. Syngenta Group, which is registered in Shanghai, China, and has its management headquarters in Switzerland, draws strength from its four business units: Syngenta Crop Protection, headquartered in Switzerland; Syngenta Seeds, headquartered in the United States; ADAMA®, headquartered in Israel; and Syngenta Group China. Together, these businesses provide industry-leading ways to serve customers around the world.   

Syngenta’s global and European planning, logistics and procurement operations are based in the UK. The supply team coordinate the movement of all of Syngenta’s raw materials globally, and onward distribution to ensure vital and time-critical products are available to farmers when they need them. Our products are sold to distributors who sell directly to farmers globally.

See more here: https://www.syngentagroup.com/en/our-stories/digging-deeper  

What we are looking for 

We are highly people-focused – we look for professionals who are engaged, collaborative and excellent in execution. Our industry and our function are changing rapidly so we are looking for new team members with a strong desire to develop themselves. You will be a great fit if you have: 

• 5 years+ experience in manufacturing or R&D organization with quality management and continuous improvement culture.
• Expert in SAP Quality Management.
• Data Management and maintenance.
• Experienced in investigation and root cause analysis.
• User support and / or key user of IT tools.
• Excellent command of English. Other languages would be a distinct advantage.
• Batchelor Degree in Chemistry / Biology / Agronomy (or similar discipline).
• Knowledge of the Crop Protection product range, SAP QM module and Quality Management. System tools within Syngenta is an advantage.
• Knowledge in project management is an advantage.
• Certified Quality Auditor desirable.

The role is based in our Global Operations Centre in Manchester. This is a hybrid contract, with a minimum 2 days per week to be worked in the office, with remote working available for the remainder of the week (for the first few months, there may be a requirement to spend up to 3 days per week onsite). The site is a local hub for worldwide operations, ensuring growers, globally, have access to the right product at the right time. You will find a dynamic and agile working environment, with a diverse and inclusive culture, with more than 200 employees working on Syngenta’s site. 

What we offer 

• Extensive benefits package including a generous pension scheme, bonus scheme, private medical & life insurance. 
• Up to 31.5 days annual holiday.
• Financial, physical and mental wellbeing.
• We offer a position which contributes to valuable and impactful work in a stimulating and international environment.    
• Learning culture (Together we Grow) and wide range of training options. 

Syngenta has been ranked as a top employer by Science Journal. 

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. Learn more about our D&I initiatives here: https://www.syngenta.com/careers/working-syngenta/diversity-and-inclusion