Vegetable Seeds Territory Head, US and Canada

About Us

We invite you to help us shape the future of agriculture. At Syngenta, we believe every employee has a role to play in safely feeding the world and taking care of our planet. To support that challenge, the Vegetable Seeds team is currently seeking a Territory Head, Vegetable Seeds in Woodland, California location. As the Territory Head for US and Canada, you will lead the Vegetable business in the USA/Canada Territory inside the Americas Region, delivering short and mid-term business targets while building an effective, and sustainable long term end-to-end business.

You will help shape the future of agriculture by:

• Contributing to Global and Regional Vegetable Strategy as well as specific Crop Strategies, as a key driver to deliver sustainable long term Territory business objectives
• Designing and driving evolution of go-to-market strategies in the Territory to deliver an effective and efficient business
• Actively managing the human capital within the Territory to ensure high performing teams, building an effective talent pool for a sustainable future

Accountabilities 

• Nurture key contacts in the Vegetable industry and build relationships with outside bodies that have major influence on Syngenta business and our license to operate
• Monitor business performance and adjust strategies to achieve sales, profitability, and overall business contribution targets
• Engage with Syngenta Regional Leadership to ensure effective, value-adding collaboration across the Region with a focus on synergic strategies and managing shared resources
• Lead the Territory commercial team ensuring sustainable and scalable profitable business by developing, maintaining and increasing market share in different crops
• Ensure 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
• Provide overall Business Unit leadership for Vegetable Seeds teams in the Territory operating in Research and Development and Production Operations
   

Requirements

• Bachelors Degree (MS preferred) in Agriculture, Business, Marketing, or related field
• 10+ years’ experience in management, product development, project management, sales and/or Agribusiness
• Strong business and finance acumen
• Experience in leading multi-functional teams
• Experience in multiple operating models and distribution channels and networks
• Travelling > 60%

Preferred Requirements

• Strong Marketing background and strong understanding of customer segmentation
• Focus on creating Value for our customers and Passion for our customers
• Leadership in an International business and team environment
• Deep understanding of the Food value chain industry, market dynamics, and competitive environment
• Strong Project Management, Change Management, and Presentation skills
   

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
• Open Vacation Policy with a minimum of 15 days of vacation and up to 30 days with manager approval, 9 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

Syngenta carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate’s education, training, and experience. Salary range for this position: $153,000 to $219,000 annually. The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience.

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.

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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.