Global Product Manager Weed Control

1. Function Marketing
2. Location: Basel
3. __vacancyopjusttionswidget.opt- Brand__ Syngenta Crop Protection

Job description

• Lead global Active Ingredient Management teams of functional and technical experts to set direction, recommend improvements to the portfolio and solve unique and complex portfolio challenges.
• Implement Rice Research and Development strategy to fill pipeline gaps globally.
• Evaluate Syngenta Rice pipeline and support Global 3rd Party Relations manager and regional 3rdparty teams to develop successful in and out-licensing strategies.
• Drive 3rd party license-in opportunity evaluation with R&D Technology acquisition team.
• Develop business cases for portfolio related investments and gain approval through the relevant governing bodies.
• Prepare robust 5-year plans, aligned with the regions, including risks and opportunities.
• Develop branding and brand plans for all strategic products in portfolio, refreshing as needed.
• Prepare global product launch kits and events and support product launches in key countries.
• Share best-practice examples and learning across the regions.

• Agronomy degree and Masters in Marketing discipline.
• Advanced knowledge of pesticides, crops, growers and competitors.
• Agronomic expertise and Herbicides expertise, ideallyin rice weed control.
• Marketing expertise in branding, pricing, positioning, market research plus basics of channel management.
• Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills, with the ability to model scenarios and prepare marketing plans.
• Solid understanding of finance principles, including profit and loss, net present value, and investment planning.
• Basic understanding of Research and Development stage gate development process and functional milestones.
• Commercial and customer-facing experience at country and/or regional level.
• Proven track record in managing complex, multi-year projects and driving cross-functional change.
• Strong leadership and influencing skills, with excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Customer-focused team player with multicultural experience and conflict resolution skills.

• We offer a position which contributes to valuable and impactful work in a stimulating and international environment
• Flexible working arrangements and environment with an open culture and diverse workforce
• The opportunity to work with and learn from highly qualified and experienced employees
• Learning culture (Together we Grow) and wide range of training options
• You will profit from a competitive pension fund plan, annual bonusses, onsite doctor, gym, canteen, and other benefits such as Family friendly initiatives, Child and Family allowance

• Syngenta has been ranked as a top employer by Science Magazine.

• Health Promotion Switzerland recognizes Syngenta’s commitment to the health and well-being of its employees and awards the "Friendly Work Space" label to all its Swiss sites. At Syngenta, employee health and well-being are key to the company.

Join the most trusted and collaborative team in agriculture