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SYSyngenta Group

Global Microbial Supply Chain & Industrialization Manager(m/w/x)

Basel
Full-timeWith Home OfficeSenior

Redesigning global microbial supply chains for new product introductions at a world market leader in sustainable agriculture. Senior global supply chain leadership experience required. Shaping safety legislation and culture, stimulating international environment.

Requirements

  • University degree in Chemical Engineering, Bioprocess Engineering, Microbiology, Biotechnology, or related technical field
  • Senior professional with at least 10–15 years relevant industry experience
  • Senior/global supply chain leadership exposure in complex, international organization
  • Minimum 3–4 years senior supply chain management experience
  • Ideally in end-to-end, global, or matrixed environments
  • Proven technical or operational background in fermentation and/or bioprocess operations
  • Experience in bioprocess engineering, fermentation scale-up, or microbial manufacturing
  • Deep understanding of fermentation processes
  • Deep understanding of microbial strain stability
  • Deep understanding of downstream processing
  • Deep understanding of contamination control
  • Deep understanding of biological variability
  • Demonstrated experience with microbial-based supply chains
  • Experience in upstream and downstream bioprocess manufacturing
  • Experience working with external bioprocess partners and CMOs
  • Experience in contract, performance, and relationship management with CMOs
  • Strong leadership and influencing skills
  • Ability to drive outcomes through influence in cross-functional, matrixed environments
  • Ability to thrive in high-ambiguity, fast-paced, evolving context
  • Track record of leading change and building new capabilities
  • Proven experience in strategy development and deployment
  • Proven experience in end-to-end scenario thinking
  • Ability to translate strategy into executable supply chain solutions
  • Solid knowledge of quality management systems for biological products
  • Solid knowledge of shelf-life management for biological products
  • Solid knowledge of regulatory expectations for biological products
  • Strong financial, commercial, and business acumen
  • Ability to balance technical, operational, and strategic priorities

Tasks

  • Ensure efficient implementation of new product introductions
  • Redesign established supply chains for microbial products
  • Build and lead a global microbial supply chain capability
  • Establish a global end-to-end supply chain function for microbial operations
  • Develop and lead a global supply chain team
  • Provide direction and coaching to direct and indirect reports
  • Mobilize cross-functional teams at scale
  • Ensure end-to-end supply chain reliability and sustainability
  • Account for biological variability and fermentation challenges
  • Manage contamination risks and shelf-life considerations
  • Define Syngenta’s microbial manufacturing and sourcing strategy
  • Collaborate with Manufacturing, Technology & Sourcing, and Process Technology & Engineering
  • Design and operate robust, cost-effective supply chains
  • Focus on security of supply, quality, and risk management
  • Develop global capacity planning strategies
  • Meet short- and long-term volume and growth requirements
  • Provide supply chain leadership to global commercial teams
  • Contribute to in-licensing opportunities and M&A evaluations
  • Advise on strategic decisions related to biological research and partnerships
  • Facilitate key stages of Sales & Operations Planning processes
  • Balance demand and supply, monitor end-to-end KPIs
  • Drive continuous improvement and change agendas
  • Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, HSE, and quality standards
  • Promote sustainability initiatives aligned with Syngenta’s global targets

Work Experience

  • 10 - 15 years

Education

  • Bachelor's degree

Languages

  • EnglishBusiness Fluent

Benefits

Purpose-Driven Work

  • Valuable and impactful work

Informal Culture

  • Stimulating international environment
  • Superb working environment
  • Open culture
  • Diverse workforce

Job Security

  • Process safety contribution
  • Shaping safety legislation and culture

Other Benefits

  • New ideas welcome
  • Work with qualified and experienced employees
  • Scientific and technical excellence

Learning & Development

  • Learning culture
  • Wide range of training options

Retirement Plans

  • Competitive pension fund plan

Flexible Working

  • Flexible working

Bonuses & Incentives

  • Attractive bonus system

Healthcare & Fitness

  • Onsite doctor
  • Fitness room

Free or Subsidized Food

  • Canteen

Family Support

  • Family friendly initiatives
  • Child and Family allowances
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