Website: Website https://www.syngenta.co.ke

Key Account Manager – Large Seeded Vegetables

Role purpose

Manage targeted customer relationships to gain a deeper understanding of their business and business needs to co-develop customized value offers that build a successful and sustainable business partnership.
Work with the EAME Large Seeded Vegetables sales team to implement the agreed customer strategy, monitor effectiveness and adjust as required.
Act as a key contact / interface for all Syngenta businesses to our customers.
Scope: Kenya, South Africa, Zimbabwe, Mozambique

Accountabilities

Business accountabilities
Develop/implement sound value and transactional pricing based on customer perceived value
Gain regular Account feedback on Syngenta performance.
Recommendation of the pricing policy towards the organization.
Manages the strategic relationship between Syngenta and a key account to achieve agreed sales targets, or strategic objectives including processors, large international distributors, and integrated producers for Processing & Fresh market. (Beans, Peas and Sweetcorn).
KAM accountabilities
Maintain customer relationships and realize high customer satisfaction.
Continually review account’s performance against KPI’s (orders, sales from the account, forecasting, payments & credit control)
Develop Account strategy and key account plans for main Key Accounts.
Develop/deliver innovative, customer driven offers
Develop profitable sales growth from NPI introductions.
After-sales support especially with super complaint handling and coordination.
Reliable information about the assortment, national and international.
Communication about towards customers about seed quality, (Syngenta) quality standards and product forms.
Introduction of improved quality standards and new product forms.
Executes the customer trials as required by Marketing (PDS) and collect NPI data into EZ Capture. Translate market requirements into tangible pipeline needs as guidance to Marketing. Launches PLC 7 varieties with key growers and leverages results via demand generating activities, when available following the plan of the LSV Marketing Operation Lead.
Maintain accurate forecasts during Demand Review cycles and adjust the in-season forecasts in cooperation with Supply Planners and Business Planners. (New process). Provide NPI forecasts insight to LSV PDS.

Desired Skills and Experience

Critical knowledge
Bachelor’s degree Horticultural or Agricultural or equivalent knowledge gained through proven experience.
Sales management / marketing experience: 5-7 years
Key account management skills; strong understanding of customer needs, structure and business drivers 3- 5 years
Understanding of competitive environment
English knowledge fluent written and spoken,
Computer literacy
Critical experience
Negotiation and influencing skills
Deep customer and market understanding
Project management
Critical technical, professional and personal capabilities
Applies effective customer segmentation
Ability to develop/deliver innovative, customer driven offers
Ability to develop/implement sound value and transactional pricing based on customer perceived value
Able to implement effective CRM strategies
Manages distribution channels effectively
Understands market dynamics and competitive environment
Able to use market research effectively to understand customer, markets and channels
Anticipates changes in the market and propose strategy adjustments accordingly
Analytical thinking
Communication and presentation skills
People/team player
Problem solver ability
Self-organised and entrepreneurial thinker
Critical leadership capabilities
Focus on customers
Judgment
Planning
Execution and results orientation
Lead and manage change
Critical success factors & key challenges
Customer oriented
Result driven and business oriented
Ability to prioritise and focus her/his job and KA team on must wins
Business knowledge
Project management skills
Creativity and entrepreneurial mindset
Fluency in English

Apply via :

syngenta.taleo.net

October 28, 2024
Regional HR Operations Advisor

Working within our Regional HR Operations team you will advise HR team members in country, regionally and globally (where those roles are based in the EAME region) on the effective and efficient use of processes and tools to complete organizational change across geographies, particularly for medium to large scale structural change.

The role will report dotted line to the global position and solid line into regional HR Operations
We have one regional role which will also have the ability to operate across the global organization where required. The role provides the end to end view of information interdependencies, change sequencing and potential impacts.

Primary accountabilities

Below is a summary of the high-level accountabilities of the role. A more complete summary of the accountabilities has been defined and is available in a role profile.
Mass data upload expert (30%) – Advise global and regional HR team members on the available tools, processes and requirements to successfully complete medium to large scale data upload into HR systems
Organization structure data changes (30%) – supporting HRBPs with reorganizations, mergers and acquisitions regarding system interdependencies, data requirements, and lead times
Data quality champion (15%) – manage data quality metrics and drive data quality campaigns, supervise corrective actions
Reporting and Analytics champion (15%) – advise on and drive adoption of self-service reporting, sources of data for analytics, propose improvements to standard reports
Data literacy champion (10%) – Train and communicate key messages on the meaning, use and implications of data within HR processes and systems

Qualifications

Knowledge and experience

Subject matter expertise on HR Operations systems and processes
Detailed operational experience in managing HR data for mid to large organizations
Supported HR data changes for reorganizations, mergers and acquisitions
Been responsible to validate HR data quality and integrity and advise HR operations on data maintenance
Proactive customer delivery focus, working within specific requirements and timelines
Communication skills
Ability to be sensitive to regional and cultural differences while driving process implementation
Knowledge of Service levels and key metrics used to drive performance improvement
Educated to degree level or equivalent experience.

The team

This role will be within a group of Regional HR Operations Advisors who will form a Network of Expertise as a virtual team supporting globally, deployed regionally.
The advisor roles will be the key coordination point between business HR and HR Solutions & Systems (HR S&S). The ability to translate and coordinate business requirements and technical needs will be an important part of the role. While there will be no formal (solid or dotted line) connection to HR S&S, developing a network of relationships and knowledge exchange forums with HR S&S will be key to success in the role.
The role holders form a virtual community of practice, working with HR S&S, having sound knowledge of the supporting technologies used in Syngenta. They will be important representatives of regional and global HR to operations and HR S&S.

Syngenta will offer

Competitive benefits package
Up to 31.5 days holiday
Collaborative and supporting working environment

Relevant Areas: EAME Region, with a particular focus on East and South East Europe and AME

Primary Location: ROU-Bucharest-Bucharest

Other Locations: KEN-Nairobi-Nairobi, ZAF-Gauteng-Johannesburg, MAR-Agadir, EGY-Giza, HUN-Budapest-Budapest, ETH-Addis Ababa-Addis Ababa

Apply via :

syngenta.taleo.net

October 28, 2024
Territory People and Organizational Development Lead AME

Job description
Purpose
Align the local territory business needs with the global POD strategy, and securing effective execution through BPs and third party vendors
Accountabilities

Work with the global POD LT to develop the Territory POD agenda – contributing local insight and context
Provide leadership in developing and delivering a globally aligned POD plan for the Territory / Country cluster
Lead the design and secure high quality delivery of POD interventions for the Territory / Country Cluster
Provide consultancy and expert input to HRBP’s, business leaders and line managers
Work closely with HRBP´s and internal clients to close performance gaps and create new capabilities through effectivelyleveraging POD practices
Support the implementation of globally aligned people processes and platforms
Work closely with the global POD team to ensure consistency and continuous improvement of POD policies, platforms, practices and standard
Evaluate results after implementation using specific functional KPI´s
Ensure an excellent level of service and conformity with global standards when managing third parties (in collaboration with HR Services)

Qualifications
Experience / Previous jobs required for the job

6-8 years years experience in a HR related field,
At least 3 years previous experience in HR consultancy, HR management or as HR expert required Experience in a multinational / international environment
Experience in developing and/or managing people plaforms / processes
Some years of project management experience Track record of delivering POD interventions, generalist HR or business partnering

Critical knowledge and education required for the job

Strong consulting and coaching skills
Strong conceptual skills combined with an implementation mind set
Strong organizational and project management skills
Strong communication skills
Strong customer focus
Able to build internal and external relationship quickly
Able to quickly learn and apply new knowledge and skills
Fluent in English
Very professional, customer-oriented and proactive ways of working; anticipating customer needs
Support developing the strategic Global POD practices
Effectively identify,in consultation with senior leaders, the scope and direction of leadership strategy and programmatic offerings
Prioritize and align actions and ensure appropriate support and resources

Experiences to be gained in the job

Gain commitment of key reports and stakeholders in a compelling way
Employee may, as part of his/her role and maybe through multifunctional teams, participate in the creation and design of innovative solutions.
In this context, Employee may contribute to inventions, designs, other work product, including know-how, copyrights, software, innovations, solutions, and other intellectual assets.

October 26, 2024
Territory People and Organizational Development Lead

Job description
Purpose
Align the local territory business needs with the global POD strategy, and securing effective execution through BPs and third party vendors
Accountabilities

Work with the global POD LT to develop the Territory POD agenda – contributing local insight and context
Provide leadership in developing and delivering a globally aligned POD plan for the Territory / Country cluster
Lead the design and secure high quality delivery of POD interventions for the Territory / Country Cluster
Provide consultancy and expert input to HRBP’s, business leaders and line managers
Work closely with HRBP´s and internal clients to close performance gaps and create new capabilities through effectivelyleveraging POD practices
Support the implementation of globally aligned people processes and platforms
Work closely with the global POD team to ensure consistency and continuous improvement of POD policies, platforms, practices and standard
Evaluate results after implementation using specific functional KPI´s
Ensure an excellent level of service and conformity with global standards when managing third parties (in collaboration with HR Services)

Experience / Previous jobs required for the job

6-8 years years experience in a HR related field,
At least 3 years previous experience in HR consultancy, HR management or as HR expert required Experience in a multinational / international environment
Experience in developing and/or managing people plaforms / processes
Some years of project management experience Track record of delivering POD interventions, generalist HR or business partnering

Critical knowledge and education required for the job

Strong consulting and coaching skills
Strong conceptual skills combined with an implementation mind set
Strong organizational and project management skills
Strong communication skills
Strong customer focus
Able to build internal and external relationship quickly
Able to quickly learn and apply new knowledge and skills
Fluent in English
Very professional, customer-oriented and proactive ways of working; anticipating customer needs
Support developing the strategic Global POD practices
Effectively identify,in consultation with senior leaders, the scope and direction of leadership strategy and programmatic offerings
Prioritize and align actions and ensure appropriate support and resources

Experiences to be gained in the job

Gain commitment of key reports and stakeholders in a compelling way
Employee may, as part of his/her role and maybe through multifunctional teams, participate in the creation and design of innovative solutions.
In this context, Employee may contribute to inventions, designs, other work product, including know-how, copyrights, software, innovations, solutions, and other intellectual assets

October 26, 2024
Territory People and Organizational Development Lead AME

Job description
Purpose
Align the local territory business needs with the global POD strategy, and securing effective execution through BPs and third party vendors
Accountabilities

Work with the global POD LT to develop the Territory POD agenda – contributing local insight and context
Provide leadership in developing and delivering a globally aligned POD plan for the Territory / Country cluster
Lead the design and secure high quality delivery of POD interventions for the Territory / Country Cluster
Provide consultancy and expert input to HRBP’s, business leaders and line managers
Work closely with HRBP´s and internal clients to close performance gaps and create new capabilities through effectivelyleveraging POD practices
Support the implementation of globally aligned people processes and platforms
Work closely with the global POD team to ensure consistency and continuous improvement of POD policies, platforms, practices and standard
Evaluate results after implementation using specific functional KPI´s
Ensure an excellent level of service and conformity with global standards when managing third parties (in collaboration with HR Services)

Qualifications
Experience / Previous jobs required for the job

6-8 years years experience in a HR related field,
At least 3 years previous experience in HR consultancy, HR management or as HR expert required Experience in a multinational / international environment
Experience in developing and/or managing people plaforms / processes
Some years of project management experience Track record of delivering POD interventions, generalist HR or business partnering

Critical knowledge and education required for the job

Strong consulting and coaching skills
Strong conceptual skills combined with an implementation mind set
Strong organizational and project management skills
Strong communication skills
Strong customer focus
Able to build internal and external relationship quickly
Able to quickly learn and apply new knowledge and skills
Fluent in English
Very professional, customer-oriented and proactive ways of working; anticipating customer needs
Support developing the strategic Global POD practices
Effectively identify,in consultation with senior leaders, the scope and direction of leadership strategy and programmatic offerings
Prioritize and align actions and ensure appropriate support and resources

Experiences to be gained in the job

Gain commitment of key reports and stakeholders in a compelling way
Employee may, as part of his/her role and maybe through multifunctional teams, participate in the creation and design of innovative solutions.
In this context, Employee may contribute to inventions, designs, other work product, including know-how, copyrights, software, innovations, solutions, and other intellectual assets.

October 25, 2024
Territory People and Organizational Development Lead

Job description
Purpose
Align the local territory business needs with the global POD strategy, and securing effective execution through BPs and third party vendors
Accountabilities

Work with the global POD LT to develop the Territory POD agenda – contributing local insight and context
Provide leadership in developing and delivering a globally aligned POD plan for the Territory / Country cluster
Lead the design and secure high quality delivery of POD interventions for the Territory / Country Cluster
Provide consultancy and expert input to HRBP’s, business leaders and line managers
Work closely with HRBP´s and internal clients to close performance gaps and create new capabilities through effectivelyleveraging POD practices
Support the implementation of globally aligned people processes and platforms
Work closely with the global POD team to ensure consistency and continuous improvement of POD policies, platforms, practices and standard
Evaluate results after implementation using specific functional KPI´s
Ensure an excellent level of service and conformity with global standards when managing third parties (in collaboration with HR Services)

Experience / Previous jobs required for the job

6-8 years years experience in a HR related field,
At least 3 years previous experience in HR consultancy, HR management or as HR expert required Experience in a multinational / international environment
Experience in developing and/or managing people plaforms / processes
Some years of project management experience Track record of delivering POD interventions, generalist HR or business partnering

Critical knowledge and education required for the job

Strong consulting and coaching skills
Strong conceptual skills combined with an implementation mind set
Strong organizational and project management skills
Strong communication skills
Strong customer focus
Able to build internal and external relationship quickly
Able to quickly learn and apply new knowledge and skills
Fluent in English
Very professional, customer-oriented and proactive ways of working; anticipating customer needs
Support developing the strategic Global POD practices
Effectively identify,in consultation with senior leaders, the scope and direction of leadership strategy and programmatic offerings
Prioritize and align actions and ensure appropriate support and resources

Experiences to be gained in the job

Gain commitment of key reports and stakeholders in a compelling way
Employee may, as part of his/her role and maybe through multifunctional teams, participate in the creation and design of innovative solutions.
In this context, Employee may contribute to inventions, designs, other work product, including know-how, copyrights, software, innovations, solutions, and other intellectual assets

October 25, 2024
Project Manager – Seeds

The position will be based in Nairobi and will involve travel to various parts of the country with emphasis on the major potato seed growing areas (particularly Timau), Meru, Bungoma and Kitale. Occasional travel (short visits) outside of Kenya, particularly to Rwanda, Ethiopia and Tanzania and other countries (including visits to Basel as required) as necessary.The project Manager will manage the local implementation of the East African activities of a new SFSA seeds initiative, called Seeds2B. The project is designed to facilitate African seed companies in facilitating access to new markets for seed, as well sources of new germplasm from both public and private breeders worldwide. The new initiative will concentrate on improving access for small-holder farmers to quality seed of improved varieties of “neglected crops, initially potatoes, beans, sorghum and high value vegetables. The initiative will offer services to support commercial seed production of other crops as opportunities arise.Accountabilities Planning, co-ordination and implementation of project activities and preparing project reports as required
Managing implementation of a portfolio of SFSA funded seed projects with external partners (seed companies, NGOs and International Research Organizations).
Researching new seed needs and opportunities with value chain actors and seed companies.
Undertaking training and demonstration pilots with small-holder farmers (through contracts with appropriate partners) and designing, implementing, monitoring and analysing the progress of variety adaptation and registration trials with government agencies and implementing partners.
Managing activity budgets and project data bases, including processing relevant financial transactions, reviewing budget/expenditure with Head Agricultural Partnerships and SFSA Country Representative to ensure all documents are up to date.
Monitoring and reporting on relevant activities and impact
Liaising with relevant partners, stakeholders and collaborators (including Government regulatory officials, project staff in Senegal and SFSA Kilimo Salama project staff) and representing the seeds project and work of SFSA at National and International meetings and workshops.
Providing administrative and logistical support to Country Representative in their absence and liaison with Syngenta AG seeds activities (Ventures Team and Business Development) in East Africa.

Qualifications

Essential qualifications and experience
A minimum of a first degree (BSc) in Agriculture or business or related subject, to a PHD.
Experience working with small-holder agriculture in Africa and development organizations.
A minimum of 3 years of experience working with seeds or agribusiness (preferably including private sector background or connections).
Strong communication and report writing skills.
Experience in project management and accounting.
Desired qualifications and experience
Postgraduate experience in agronomy
Experience of seed-system work or value-chain development in one of the four target crops
Experience with crop trialing and data analysis and reporting
Experience of small-holder training or extension systems
Advantageous
East African Citizenship would be an advantage
Fluency in Swahili

October 24, 2024
Production Manager

Responsibilities for the Production Manager Job
Manage production on a a 5.5 HA Syngenta owned site producing indeterminate tomato seeds.
Lead & motivate the production team and manage the cropping on the farm. Deliver seeds with the required quality and ensure compliance of the GSPP criteria.
Manage standardized production procedure’s and work with the wider team including the seed production specialists and the pathologist.
Ensure strict hygiene standards on the farm and proactively ensure phyto sanitary discipline on site.
Accountabilities
Delivery the Crop Plan agreed (Volume, Cost, Quality and Time)
Lead, motivate and inspire the production team on the farm to deliver on QUOTIF
Work closely with the pathology department and the Seed production specialists
Assure effective controlling programs are in place with the right set of KPIs aiming to guarantee the operations will be kept on track towards reliability & quality targets
Ensure and manage GSPP compliance
Focus effort to increase yield and improve yield reliability
Key focus on Health safety environment and Quality
Communicate the production activities in a timely and accurate manner, avoiding last minutes surprises and crises
Implement and keep updated all the related systems and reports to assure a clear and precise information flow for the production steps & cycles
Work on people development aiming to empower and motivate them within Syngenta and with their careers assuring that key positions in the succession plan are populated.
Qualifications for the Production Manager Job
At least 10 years relevant proven and adequate horticultural experience
Agronomic experience – Minimum of 5 years work experience in an agronomy related job
Work experience in Africa will be an added advantage
Farm management- previous experience in running a farm will be an added advantage
People oriented leadership skills
Excellent communication and networking skills.
Minimum education and critical knowledge required
Educational qualification – Minimum requirement – Masters degree in the field of horticulture and knowledge of growing vegetables
Proficiency English is a must. Proficiency in other languages is an added advantage
Working knowledge of Microsoft office is a must

October 24, 2024
Diagnostic Technician/Field Field Production Manager Accountant Sales Representative Broad Acre Technical Support Lead NSPP Technician NSPP Technician – Hybrid Wheat & Barley

Purpose The Diagnostic Technician/Field is responsible for all activities related to:
Phytosanitary in the farm
Work hand in hand and communicate with all the relevant departments within the site
Key Responsibilities
Ensure cross boundary working through team work and cohesiveness among the different phytosanitary teams i.e. Disinfection and Scouting.
Ensure full compliance and adherence to all phytosanitary protocols, audits, rules and regulations in the farm; and ensure all phytosanitary protocols are updated and uploaded into reliance.
Create awareness and sensitize employees on phytosanitary matters through trainings, workshops, etc.
Coordinate inspection of all greenhouses prior to disinfection and give a phytosanitary approval for planting.
Ensure proper protocol handling during an outbreak of a Q-pest or disease.
Coordinate all disinfection and scouting activities in the farm.
Follow up on all phytosanitary non-conformities in the farm and ensure they are addressed.
Lead the KECU phytosanitary Emergency Team (PET) during outbreak of a Q- pest/disease or other major outbreak.
Ensure all phytosanitary reports, checklists and KPI’s are sent to the EA phyto lead on time.
Qualification
Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Crop protection, Horticulture, Agronomy, Microbiology, Biology.
Experience
At least one year experience in plant pests and diseases.
Key Skills: Clear and timely communication.
Requires strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize.
Must build relationships across the organization.
Proactively identify and resolve phytosanitary issues.
Ability to work independently on routine assignments or under supervision on new assignments.
Strong follow-up on the assigned tasks.
Report writing skills and communication skills.
Computer literacy – Microsoft Office.
Key Challenges:
Maintaining stable team with capabilities in reporting, analysis of lab and scouting results and maintaining confidentiality.
Foster and ensure communication, sharing and team work.
Proper support from the regional team and production management.
Personal Attributes:
Analytical
Team player
Integrity
Responsibility
Good communication/interpersonal skills
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October 24, 2024
Territory People and Organizational Development Lead AME

Job description
Purpose
Align the local territory business needs with the global POD strategy, and securing effective execution through BPs and third party vendors
Accountabilities

Work with the global POD LT to develop the Territory POD agenda – contributing local insight and context
Provide leadership in developing and delivering a globally aligned POD plan for the Territory / Country cluster
Lead the design and secure high quality delivery of POD interventions for the Territory / Country Cluster
Provide consultancy and expert input to HRBP’s, business leaders and line managers
Work closely with HRBP´s and internal clients to close performance gaps and create new capabilities through effectivelyleveraging POD practices
Support the implementation of globally aligned people processes and platforms
Work closely with the global POD team to ensure consistency and continuous improvement of POD policies, platforms, practices and standard
Evaluate results after implementation using specific functional KPI´s
Ensure an excellent level of service and conformity with global standards when managing third parties (in collaboration with HR Services)

Qualifications
Experience / Previous jobs required for the job

6-8 years years experience in a HR related field,
At least 3 years previous experience in HR consultancy, HR management or as HR expert required Experience in a multinational / international environment
Experience in developing and/or managing people plaforms / processes
Some years of project management experience Track record of delivering POD interventions, generalist HR or business partnering

Critical knowledge and education required for the job

Strong consulting and coaching skills
Strong conceptual skills combined with an implementation mind set
Strong organizational and project management skills
Strong communication skills
Strong customer focus
Able to build internal and external relationship quickly
Able to quickly learn and apply new knowledge and skills
Fluent in English
Very professional, customer-oriented and proactive ways of working; anticipating customer needs
Support developing the strategic Global POD practices
Effectively identify,in consultation with senior leaders, the scope and direction of leadership strategy and programmatic offerings
Prioritize and align actions and ensure appropriate support and resources

Experiences to be gained in the job

Gain commitment of key reports and stakeholders in a compelling way
Employee may, as part of his/her role and maybe through multifunctional teams, participate in the creation and design of innovative solutions.
In this context, Employee may contribute to inventions, designs, other work product, including know-how, copyrights, software, innovations, solutions, and other intellectual assets.

October 24, 2024