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Seeds Procurement Manager(m/w/x)
Contracting third-party seed multiplication and toll processing in Europe. Strong negotiation and contract management expertise required. 30 vacation days, company pension plan.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Procurement, Finance, or related field
- Strong negotiation and contract management expertise
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
- Proven track record influencing cross-functional, international teams
- Experience in matrix organizations and multicultural environments
- Proficiency in procurement systems
- 3+ years procurement and/or seeds production experience
- Fluent in local language
- Full proficiency in English
- French is a plus
Tasks
- Oversee contracting of third-party seed multiplication
- Oversee contracting of toll seeds processing in Europe
- Build strong supplier relationships
- Secure competitive pricing
- Secure sustainable supply
- Implement vendor contract strategies for Cereals
- Implement vendor contract strategies for Parent Seeds
- Collaborate with production teams to negotiate contracts
- Negotiate contracts to optimize costs
- Negotiate contracts to drive performance improvements
- Develop innovative pricing models
- Support long-term business growth with pricing models
- Drive procurement strategies aligned with business objectives
- Drive procurement strategies aligned with production needs
- Develop strategic sourcing initiatives
- Implement strategic sourcing initiatives
- Enhance the Syngenta brand value
- Enhance supplier relationships
- Lead contract negotiations
- Lead contract management for optimal commercial terms
- Build strong networks with Production teams
- Build strong networks with suppliers
- Maintain strong networks with Production teams
- Maintain strong networks with suppliers
- Ensure compliance in purchasing processes
- Ensure best practices in purchasing processes
- Drive continuous improvement in cost reduction
- Drive continuous improvement in operational efficiency
- Manage grower relationships
- Manage grower segmentation
- Manage contract incentives
- Provide market intelligence
- Provide spend analysis to optimize business decisions
Work Experience
- 3 years
Education
- Bachelor's degree
Languages
- local – Native
- English – Business Fluent
- French – Basic
Tools & Technologies
- procurement systems
Benefits
Flexible Working
- Flexible working hours
- Work-from-home hybrid policy
Bonuses & Incentives
- Christmas/Holiday bonus
More Vacation Days
- 30 vacation days
Retirement Plans
- Company pension plan
Other Benefits
- Capital-forming benefits
- Group accident insurance
Additional Allowances
- Above-average social benefits
Healthcare & Fitness
- Company doctor
- Corporate fitness
Mental Health Support
- Employee Assistance Program
Parking & Commuter Benefits
- Parking at site
Career Advancement
- International career opportunities
Learning & Development
- Further education
Informal Culture
- Open culture
- Flat hierarchies
- Dynamic team
Team Events
- Company events
Corporate Discounts
- Employee discounts
Not a perfect match?
- Dr. OetkerFull-timeWith HomeofficeSeniorBielefeld
- Syngenta Group
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Seeds Procurement Manager(m/w/x)
Contracting third-party seed multiplication and toll processing in Europe. Strong negotiation and contract management expertise required. 30 vacation days, company pension plan.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Procurement, Finance, or related field
- Strong negotiation and contract management expertise
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
- Proven track record influencing cross-functional, international teams
- Experience in matrix organizations and multicultural environments
- Proficiency in procurement systems
- 3+ years procurement and/or seeds production experience
- Fluent in local language
- Full proficiency in English
- French is a plus
Tasks
- Oversee contracting of third-party seed multiplication
- Oversee contracting of toll seeds processing in Europe
- Build strong supplier relationships
- Secure competitive pricing
- Secure sustainable supply
- Implement vendor contract strategies for Cereals
- Implement vendor contract strategies for Parent Seeds
- Collaborate with production teams to negotiate contracts
- Negotiate contracts to optimize costs
- Negotiate contracts to drive performance improvements
- Develop innovative pricing models
- Support long-term business growth with pricing models
- Drive procurement strategies aligned with business objectives
- Drive procurement strategies aligned with production needs
- Develop strategic sourcing initiatives
- Implement strategic sourcing initiatives
- Enhance the Syngenta brand value
- Enhance supplier relationships
- Lead contract negotiations
- Lead contract management for optimal commercial terms
- Build strong networks with Production teams
- Build strong networks with suppliers
- Maintain strong networks with Production teams
- Maintain strong networks with suppliers
- Ensure compliance in purchasing processes
- Ensure best practices in purchasing processes
- Drive continuous improvement in cost reduction
- Drive continuous improvement in operational efficiency
- Manage grower relationships
- Manage grower segmentation
- Manage contract incentives
- Provide market intelligence
- Provide spend analysis to optimize business decisions
Work Experience
- 3 years
Education
- Bachelor's degree
Languages
- local – Native
- English – Business Fluent
- French – Basic
Tools & Technologies
- procurement systems
Benefits
Flexible Working
- Flexible working hours
- Work-from-home hybrid policy
Bonuses & Incentives
- Christmas/Holiday bonus
More Vacation Days
- 30 vacation days
Retirement Plans
- Company pension plan
Other Benefits
- Capital-forming benefits
- Group accident insurance
Additional Allowances
- Above-average social benefits
Healthcare & Fitness
- Company doctor
- Corporate fitness
Mental Health Support
- Employee Assistance Program
Parking & Commuter Benefits
- Parking at site
Career Advancement
- International career opportunities
Learning & Development
- Further education
Informal Culture
- Open culture
- Flat hierarchies
- Dynamic team
Team Events
- Company events
Corporate Discounts
- Employee discounts
About the Company
Syngenta
Industry
Agriculture
Description
Syngenta is a global leader in agriculture dedicated to bringing plant potential to life, solving food production challenges.
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- Dr. Oetker
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