Role purpose

To manage & monitor seed production activities to achieve reliability and quality of target production ordersTo manage YPRF facilities, Plan sowing activities as per window & staggering requirements. Ensure quality & timely supply of seedlings for field production.Implement and monitor field production activities with vendors, growers & relevant stakeholdersTo own Compliance, HSE, Sustainability and seed security in his area in line with company policies and proceduresTo own field processes, prepare & share periodical report on seed production updates at location for given crops

Accountabilities

Accountable for conducting seed production at small to medium production location, as per SOPTo ensure area and grower achievement, allocation and evaluation as per crop and order requirementTo do field inspection and manage crop agronomy in his areaTo ensure compliance with HSE & CSR policies and objectives as per company policiesDemonstrate highest ethical standards and ensure company procedures are adopted and followedImplement Fair Labor Program initiatives in his areaMaintain the production and related documents as per SOPIdentify gaps between current requirement of production area, vendors, and villages to deliver production targets and implement a correction plan to address the gapsTo manage, motivate and train Field production (3P) team on technical aspects, continuous improvement initiatives, company policies and SOPsEnsure delivery of KPI’s aligned with functional objectivesMaintain current technical knowledge and industry trends, in his area of operationsAlways maintain product security and confidentiality. Ensure 100% compliance while performing all activitiesManages vendor contracts, grower/ vendor evaluation in his work areaIdentify and prioritize critical projects in FP with a focus on continuous improvement in FP
Company Description

Syngenta Seeds
Syngenta Seeds is one of the world’s largest developers and producers of seed for farmers, commercial growers, retailers and small seed companies. Syngenta seeds improve the quality and yields of crops. High-quality seeds ensure better and more productive crops, which is why farmers invest in them. Advanced seeds help mitigate risks such as disease and drought and allow farmers to grow food using less land, less water and fewer inputs.

Syngenta Seeds brings farmers more vigorous, stronger, resistant plants, including innovative hybrid varieties and biotech crops that can thrive even in challenging growing conditions. 

Syngenta Seeds is headquartered in the United States.

Qualifications

Critical success factors & key challenges

Knowledge of the technical trends and production strategies in industryPropose innovative ways to produce sensitive and newer hybridsSet and maintain appropriate ways of working and standards with the cross functional teamsKeep abreast of seed operations trends, help to create sustainable seed production protocolsEnsure production and delivery of planned Seed Production with optimum combination of quality including seed health, price, reliability, location, and grower capabilityCollaborate with stakeholders and colleagues in other areas and sub functionsTimely completion of documentations related to field production & YPRF as per SOP.

Critical knowledge

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in agricultureTechnical knowledge of Vegetables Seeds production like agronomy, Plant protection and crop nutrition etc.Knowledge on Vegetable seed production crops and areasKnowledge of competition scenario and local agriculture macro economicsExperience in Substrate/ soilless/ hydroponic production and male pollen production will be an added advantage

Critical experience

Experience in Seeds Production for 2 to 8 years.Experience in managing supervisors, vendors and growers.

Critical technical, professional and personal capabilities

Collaboration and stakeholder engagement skillsAbility for seed production execution in fieldPersuasive communication skills with ability to easily engage stakeholders across functionsTechnical knowledge of seed productionAdopt to change and manage changeAbility to establish relationships with colleagues, production vendorsContribute positively to the values and the culture of the department and company
Additional Information

People are at the heart of what we do: 

Once a year Full body check Competitive insurance scheme Employee assistance program – to take care of your and your loved ones mental health Paid Vacation of 30days, 12 Paid Holidays, Maternity and Paternity Leave, compassionate leavesEducation assistance – for your career growth People first culture translated into ‘Most Preferred place to work 2022-23 by Times group’

Note: 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.

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