Syngenta Seeds

About Syngenta Seeds

About this Job: The Logistics Manager is responsible for the management of functional and operational activities that occur at the site level which include, but are not limited to the following: Logistics includes activities that are not specialized by crop, including sampling, field preparation, temp labor allocation, generation & reporting of data required for optimally managing seed production operations and for planning site operations. Effectively leading the logistics organization at the site to deliver against the site level work load. Developing staff and incorporating leading capabilities and technologies in logistics operations in order to deliver logistics activities in an efficient, safe, timely and environmentally sound manner. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Own budget for the Logistics cost center: Plan, execute and deliver logistics activities on required timelines within allocated budget. Ensure/propose investment in capabilities and infrastructure for logistics at site level in alignment with Seeds Development strategy and capital processes. Define site level resource availability for logistics, ensure proper alignment of workload against that availability. In support of both field corn and sweet corn at the site. Develop and continuously update unit costs for all logistics tasks conducted at the site level Ensure consumable supply inventories are efficiently maintained Ensure proper implementation and timely execution of logistics operations on and off site Own and Optimize delivery of logistics activities at the site level (Quality, Quantity and Timeliness) Ensure logistics activities at the site are conducted in accordance with company HSE standards Facilitate Logistics alignment with meetings with other functions and Logistics team meetings Line management of the Logistics team members on site (4 direct reports, up to 15 indirect reports) Ensure people management processes, people capabilities and succession plans are in place for the site Operations team HSE and Code of Conduct responsibility at the site level Ensure transparency and cross-site communications regarding Logistics efficiencies and best practices. Responsible for reporting Logistics status updates and KPIs at the site and regional level Qualifications Education & Experience: Degree in Agronomy or Biology with good understanding of agriculture, crop management and breeding principles. Thorough understanding of Logistics processes and sufficient knowledge to identify the critical issues and engage effectively with people to solve problems. General knowledge of Syngenta functions supporting seed production and a general understanding of how to interface with those functions. Sound understanding of commercial and business needs Strong leadership skills with a history of getting things done in a complex operational environment. Management and demonstrated success delivering workload on budget. Demonstrated ability to network across functions. Additional Knowledge, Skills, Traits & Abilities: Excellent organization and computer skills. Excellent interpersonal skills, especially those required to successfully function as part of a cross-functional team. Ability to understand and communicate complex instructions. Track record of delivery Strong communicator with ability to influence, build consensus and gain support. Demonstrated decision making & problem solving capabilities in the face of conflicting priorities and ambiguity About Syngenta Syngenta is a leading agriculture company helping to improve global food security by enabling millions of farmers to make better use of available resources. Through world class science and innovative crop solutions, our 28,000 people in over 90 countries are working to transform how crops are grown. We are committed to rescuing land from degradation, enhancing biodiversity and revitalizing rural communities. 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, gender identity, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) (http://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/posters/fmla.htm) Equal Employment Opportunity Commission's (EEOC) (http://webapps.dol.gov/elaws/firststep/poster_direct.htm) Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA) (http://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/posters/eppa.htm) Primary Location: USA-Minnesota-Stanton Job: R&D - Other

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Legal Form: BV

Company Type: Private

Company Size: 5001 - 10000

Revenue: ~ 54 billion (EUR)

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