Global Head of Quality Control

Global Head of Quality Control

• Business Unit:             QC-operations Vegetables Seeds                   
• Locations:                    Enkhuizen NL or Boise Idaho US 

Into action

We are seeking an exceptional leader to head our global Quality Control function for Vegetable Seeds. This is a pivotal role that will shape the future of quality testing across our organization. You will lead the transformation of our global seed testing footprint into a focused customer-centric organization that delivers excellence across 30 crops 2500 varieties and 25000 SKUs spanning 15 locations worldwide.

The challenge

• Lead and inspire a global team of 150 quality professionals across multiple continents
• Transform the global testing network into a fit-for-purpose organization aligned with business growth objectives
• Establish consistent testing practices and protocols aligned with industry standards and phytosanitary requirements
• Champion state-of-the-art testing methods that reflect customer needs and seed health requirements
• Ensure all necessary accreditations are maintained to support business sustainability
• Deliver accurate timely quality testing for all internal and external requirements
• Ensure compliant seed movement across global markets through rigorous testing protocols
• Stay current on phytosanitary issues regulations and seed testing requirements globally
• Manage a $22M budget while driving operational efficiency and continuous improvement.

Qualifications :

Your profile

Essential Experience

• Extensive experience in vegetable seeds quality environment with senior leadership experience
• Proven track record managing operational and organizational change in complex distributed organizations
• Deep expertise in vegetable seed testing protocols and global phytosanitary regulations
• Experience managing high-complexity operations (multiple crops varieties and global locations)

Critical Capabilities

• Demonstrated command of seed testing issues and international phytosanitary requirements
• Strong industry relationships and network within the vegetable seeds sector
• Ability to build effective working relationships with global and regional teams
• Strategic mindset with operational excellence focus
• Experience scaling operations to meet ambitious growth targets

Additional Information :

What We Offer: 

• A culture that celebrates diversity & inclusion promotes professional development and strives for a work-life balance that supports the team members. Offers flexible work options to support your work and personal needs. 
• Full Benefit Package (Medical Dental & Vision) that starts your first day.  
• 401k plan with company match Profit Sharing & Retirement Savings Contribution. 
• Paid Vacation Paid Holidays Maternity and Paternity Leave Education Assistance Wellness Programs Corporate Discounts among other benefits. 

Syngenta has been ranked as atop employerby Science Journal. 
Learn more about ourteamand ourmission here:  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. 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time