Syngenta Biotechnology, Inc. is seeking a Technical Trait Lead

Key Responsibilities

* Drives the development of technical product strategy for Syngenta traits and related technologies which could include:
o Insect Control and Integrated Pest Management
o Weed Control and Herbicide Tolerance
o Abiotic Stress

* Provide overall project leadership and business model ownership for the launch of one or more pre-commercial or commercial technology products from regulatory submission through to commercialization.

* Responsible for performing and/or coordinating all technical activities associated with the successful commercialization of a new technology product.

* Represent activities within global launch teams.

* Develop trial plans to support commercialization, and ensure that they are properly executed.

* Ensure all product strategies, business cases, positioning, claims, labels, and communications are supported by sound science.

* Ensure the completion of a market and trade assessment to identify key importing country activities and also the development of appropriate regulatory and commercialization plans which meet the requirements of these key markets.

* Provide technical guidance and determine options for post patent strategies.

* Look for ways to interact with other technologies and provide complete customer solutions.
General requirements :
Qualifications

* Minimum of 10 years of experience in agriculture, business development or technical projects.

* MBA or PhD in Agriculture or related sciences preferred.

* Minimum of a B.S degree in Agronomy, Agribusiness, or Marketing or relevant discipline, with 5+ years of experience in the seed industry.

* Sales and/or agronomy experience is highly desirable.

* Keen understanding of agriculture, marketplace, competitive environment and customer needs.

* Broad knowledge of the product development process, regulatory requirements, seed production and crop protection.
Technical requirements :
Key Outcomes

* Development of compelling business cases, and models to support product launches and profitable sales volumes.

* Successfully executed technical launch plans which properly align with the commercial campaigns locally and internationally when relevant.

* Comprehensive technical education and training of key stakeholders internally and externally.

* Compelling technology and product launches that meet or exceed customer demand in the appropriate market spaces


Candidates should have some experinence with :
Demonstrated Skills

* Record of successful management of people and projects.

* Ability to work in a large global organization (cross functional, cross-sites) as well as in both technical and creative environments.

* Sophisticated data gathering and analysis for interpretation for decision making.

* Successfully influence colleagues across functional boundaries, work well in a team, and communicate effectively.

* Experience with resource planning and budget management.

* Strong Information Technology skills, as well as attention to detail and problem solving skills.



Additional Information

* Travel requirements: Approximately 20%
* All applicants must be eligible to work in the US.
Hiring Process:
Send Resume to benotchere@gmail.com