Packaging Procurement Team Lead - EAME

Syngenta Crop Protection is a leader in agricultural innovation, bringing breakthrough technologies and solutions that enable farmers to grow productively and sustainably. We offer a leading portfolio of crop protection solutions for plant and soil health, as well as digital solutions that transform the decision-making capabilities of farmers. Our 17,900 employees serve to advance agriculture in more than 90 countries around the world. Syngenta Crop Protection is headquartered in Basel, Switzerland, and is part of the Syngenta Group.

The Packaging Procurement Manager will manage a team of three Packaging Category Managers, overseeing strategic procurement activities for Syngenta in the EAME region. This role involves developing and coaching team members, driving budgeted savings, and implementing value-adding projects. The manager will actively participate in cross-functional initiatives, contribute to global packaging strategies, and create and implement the EAME Packaging vision.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting Syngenta's sustainability goals
• Managing supply risks
• Ensuring compliance with procurement tools
• Continuously improving work processes

The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, strategic thinking abilities, and experience in packaging procurement within the agricultural or related industries.

Responsibilities/Accountabilities include:

• Developing and executing regional/global sourcing strategies based on spend analysis and market insights
• Building and maintaining strong stakeholder relationships across EAME to align sourcing priorities and communicate strategies
• Leading cross-functional teams to deliver substantial savings through strategic contracts and agreements
• Identifying best practices, developing benchmarks, and driving continuous improvement in purchasing processes
• Leading and developing the procurement team, fostering a culture of excellence and ethical practices
• Driving sustainable sourcing initiatives and overseeing EAME Regional Packaging strategies, with special consideration for Russia and South Africa

Qualifications and required experience:

• Solid commercial experience in a procurement environment
• Demonstrated success working in multicultural and cross-functional team settings
• Strong project management skills with ability to work independently and maintain high accuracy
• Proven strategic influencing capabilities and data analysis skills from diverse sources
• Experience in setting aligned team objectives and inspiring creative, high-performance teams
• Proficiency in risk management and ability to navigate uncertain business environments

Additional Information:

Based in Didsbury, near Manchester, our Global Operations Centre 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.

What we offer:

• Extensive benefits package including a generous pension scheme, bonus scheme, private medical & life insurance
• Up to 31.5 days annual holiday
• A position which contributes to valuable and impactful work in a stimulating and international environment
• Learning culture and wide range of training options

Syngenta has been ranked as a top 5 employer and number 1 in agriculture by Science Journal.