Territory Head Brazil & Paraguay ( Director )

Location:  Brazil ( preference for Holambra but not restrict to it)

Goal:  Leads the Veg business in the Brazil & PAraguay Territory inside the Americas Region, delivering short and mid-term business targets while building an effective, and sustainable long term end-to-end business.

Accountabilities

• Contributes to Global and Regional Veg Strategy as well as specific Crop Strategies as a key driver to deliver sustainable long term Territory business objectives
• Designs and drives evolution of go-to-market strategies in the Territory to deliver an effective and efficient business
• Actively manages the human capital within the Territory to ensure high performing teams, building an effective talent pool for a sustainable future
• Nurtures key contacts in the Veg industry and build relationships with outside bodies that have major influence on Syngenta business and our license to operate
• Monitors business performance and adjust strategies to achieve sales, profitability, and overall business contribution targets
• Engages with Syngenta Regional Leadership to ensure effective, value-adding collaboration across the Region with a focus on synergic strategies and managing shared resources
• Leads the Territory commercial team ensuring sustainable and scalable profitable business by developing, maintaining and increasing market share in different crops
• Ensures Syngenta's full compliance with the applicable legal and regulatory framework as well as Syngenta's own legal and ethical, HSE, Corporate Security, Risk Management and Corporate Governance standards
• Provides overall BU leadership for Veg Seeds teams in the Territory operating in R&D and Production Operations

At Syngenta Seeds we are highly people focused – we look for professionals who are engaged, collaborative and excellent in execution. Leaders are expected to communicate effectively, develop teams and lead by example. Our industry and our function are changing rapidly so we are looking for new team members with a strong desire to develop themselves.

Critical experience and knowledge

• BS/BA Degree (MS preferred) in Agriculture, Business, Marketing or related field
• Experience in management, product development, project management, sales and/or Agribusiness
• Strong business & finance acumen
• Experience in leading multi-functional teams
• Experience in multiple operating models and distribution networks
• Strong Marketing background and strong understnading of customer segmentation
• Focus on creating value for our customers
• Understanding of market dynamics and competitive environment

Critical leadership capabilities

• Leadership in an International business and team environment
• Passion for customers – customers at the heart of what we do
• How matters – collaborative and supportive. One plan, one team
• Determined Execution – Deliver for the team and follow through on actions

Critical technical and professional capabilities

• Understand customer needs
• Deep understanding of the Food value chain industry, market dynamics and competitive environment
• Good communication and presentation skills
• Contribute to Develop/deliver innovative, customer-centric offers
• Good account management and strong negotiation skills
• Strong Project management skills

Additional information:

• Travelling > 60%
• Advance English 

Be part of the Syngenta  Experience

• Competitive salary and attractive benefits
• Dynamic and international environment
• Modern office environment and collaboration tools
• Forward thinking policies (e.g. remote working, career breaks)
• Support personal development in a diverse and inclusive environment

Important

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.

Be part of a leading company that brings plant potential to life

Syngenta Seeds

Syngenta Seeds is one of the world’s largest developers and producers of seed for farmers, commercial growers, retailers and small seed companies. Syngenta seeds improve the quality and yields of crops. High-quality seeds ensure better and more productive crops, which is why farmers invest in them. Advanced seeds help mitigate risks such as disease and drought and allow farmers to grow food using less land, less water and fewer inputs.

Syngenta Seeds brings farmers more vigorous, stronger, resistant plants, including innovative hybrid varieties and biotech crops that can thrive even in challenging growing conditions.

Syngenta Seeds is headquartered in the United States.