As a crucial member of our Excellence Team, we are seeking an experienced Logistics Excellence Lead to drive transformation and operational excellence across our European Seeds business. This strategic role will be instrumental in shaping and executing our end-to-end logistics strategy, optimizing our distribution network, and delivering exceptional customer service through innovative solutions, while establishing the right governance for the integrity and sustainability of our processes and systems.

Excellence Team Context

As part of the Seeds Excellence Team, this role will:

Drive process standardization and governance across the logistics processesCollaborate with other Excellence Team members to ensure integrated solutionsEstablish and maintain robust frameworks for sustainable process improvementsChampion best practices and knowledge sharing across countries and regionsSupport the development of excellence capabilities within the organization.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

Partner with Seeds Supply Chain leadership to develop and execute comprehensive logistics strategies aligned with business objectivesDesign and implement a 5-year logistics transformation roadmapLead the optimization of warehouse and distribution network for both primary and secondary logisticsDrive sustainable and innovative solutions in transport and warehousing operations.

Operational Excellence

Develop and implement systematic approaches to enhance logistics performance and efficiencyOversee warehouse capacity management at regional and local levelsLead continuous improvement initiatives to optimize cost and service levelsEstablish and monitor KPIs for European logistics activities.

Technology & Innovation

Drive digital transformation initiatives in logistics operationsAct as logistics business process owner for S/4 HANA implementation in EuropeIdentify and implement emerging industry best practices and technologies.

Stakeholder Management

Collaborate with Customer Service Excellence Lead to enhance supply chain performanceManage relationships with 3PL/4PL providers and local authoritiesPartner with global teams to ensure regional alignment with corporate standards.

 

Company Description

Syngenta Group is one of the world’s biggest agricultural technology companies, with roots going back more than 250 years. With more than 59,000 employees, operating in more than 100 countries, the company strives to transform food production through Regenerative Agriculture - a science-driven, technology-enabled approach to improve soil, deliver high productivity and high-quality food, help fight climate change and restore lost biodiversity. Syngenta Group, which is registered in Shanghai, China, and has its management headquarters in Switzerland, draws strength from its four business units: Syngenta Crop Protection, headquartered in Switzerland; Syngenta Seeds, headquartered in the United States; ADAMA®, headquartered in Israel; and Syngenta Group China. Together, these businesses provide industry-leading ways to serve customers around the world.

Qualifications

At Syngenta we are highly people focused – we look for professionals who are engaged, collaborative and excellent in execution. Business partners are expected to communicate effectively, develop teams and lead by example. Our industry and our function are changing rapidly so we are looking for new team members with a strong desire to develop themselves. 

You will be a great fit if you have:

8+ years of progressive experience in logistics and supply chain managementBachelor's or Master's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or related fieldProven track record in managing complex logistics transformation projects.Experience working with external service providers (3PL, 4PL) and local authorities.  Strong experience in change management and implementing large-scale transformations. Proficiency in SAP logistics modules and EDI systemsAdvanced MS Office skills, particularly ExcelExperience with logistics-specific software solutionsCertification in Program and Project Management (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2) is an advantage. Experience in continuous improvement and supply chain methodologies (Lean/Six Sigma, SCOR) is an advantage. Fluent Business English required.
Additional Information

Our efforts to become a really good place to work:

Dynamic and international team with great atmospherePossibilities to learn and growPossibility of working from home.

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, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.