In Market Regional Technical Manager – Crop Protection Development
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Position Overview & Specifications
About Syngenta
Syngenta is one of the world’s leading agriculture companies. Our ambition is to help safely feed the world while taking care of the planet. We aim to improve the sustainability, quality and safety of agriculture with world class science and innovative crop solutions. Our technologies enable millions of farmers around the world to make better use of limited agricultural resources. With 28,000 people in more than 90 countries we are working to transform how crops are grown. Through partnerships, collaboration and The Good Growth Plan we are committed to improving farm productivity, rescuing land from degradation, enhancing biodiversity and revitalizing rural communities.
Job Description
Purpose
The role of the In-Market Regional Technical Manager (Disease Control Arable crops) is to represent Crop Protection Development in all interactions with North-West Europe Business Unit (BU) and to ensure technical alignment between Business Units and Regional teams in the development of new Crop Protection Products and offers.
Accountabilities
- To represent CPD in North-West Business Unit (UK-Ire, Benelux and Nordics) activities to ensure the portfolio of new Crop Protection Product projects both synthetic chemistry and biocontrols) and offers fully represents the needs of this Business Unit.
- To lead the field development activities and technical launch teams for defined EAME projects efficiently and to agreed deadlines for a range of specified Business Units on behalf of the Disease Control Arable crops Strategic Segment Markets (SMS) teams
- To project manage (plan, implement) and report to key stakeholders the results and conclusions of field programs
- To ensure technical integrity across all activities to meet the GAP and BU and SMS requirements for all projects
- To act, contribute and collaborate cross-functionally as the Product Biology representative in different forums e.g. European Project Teams (EPTs), BU Portfolio Teams (BUPT), Strategic Market Sector (SMS) Portfolio Reviews, the Project Definition Cycle (PDC) and in the development of Biological Assessment Dossiers
- To be forward looking and innovative and contribute to identifying new technical / technology opportunities
Qualifications
Desired Experience
- Experience of working in the agrochemical industry either through field trialing, glasshouse/lab research or related fields. R&D/Product Biology experience in the agrochemical industry and good knowledge of the EAME crop protection market
- In-depth technical knowledge of Syngenta and competitor products and technologies of relevance to Fungicides
- Experience of agronomy in managing field trials - implementation, data analysis and reporting
- Experience/knowledge in Biocontrols would be a significant plus for the role
- Ability to communicate with impact to influence and lead others, with particular focus on clear technical messaging
- Ability to derive strategic conclusions and innovations from data analysis
- Experience of delivering on time, on budget and to a high standard within a cross-functional/country environment
Additional Information
In return for your skills and knowledge Syngenta will offer:
- Flexible working environment
- Competitive benefits package
- The opportunity to work with and learn from highly qualified and experienced employees
We embrace and encourage diversity, and this is what drives our innovation and lets us outperform the market. https://www.syngenta.com/careers/working-syngenta/diversity-and-inclusion
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Crop Production
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for In Market Regional Technical Manager – Crop Protection Development roles across Syngenta Group's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Crop Production.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £56,000 - £65,500 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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