Indirect Procurement Category Manager

As Global Category Manager Science you will drive development and execution of outsourcing strategies in partnership with Syngentas Seeds and Crop Protection R&D organizations. You will manage a global category with over $270M in spend focusing on sourcing strategies process improvement effective contracting and supplier relationships. Your expertise will help deliver procurement innovation mitigate risks and drive value to Syngentas R&D teams.

Responsibilities/Accountabilities include but are not limited to;

• Lead the execution of the R&D Category Strategy for CROs ensuring alignment with Syngentas business objectives.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with R&D leadership procurement colleagues Legal Finance and key suppliers at regional and global level.
• Provide strategic direction coaching and motivation to a geographically dispersed team.
• Analyze spend and market trends to identify opportunities for value creation and risk mitigation.
• Lead cross-functional multinational sourcing projects and negotiations to secure contracts and deliver savings.
• Manage supplier relationships including performance metrics (KPIs/SLAs) contract lifecycle and annual pricing updates.
• Ensure operational compliance and manage third-party risk across all relevant procurement activities.
• Commit to Syngentas Leadership Behaviours: Collaborate Courageous Curiosity Accountable.

Required Skills & Experience

• Proven success in managing outsourcing within Scientific R&D (e.g. equipment technology consumables chemicals CRO services).
• Strategic thinker and effective problem solver.
• Strong project management and leadership skills with experience leading cross-functional international teams.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; able to influence senior stakeholders.
• Experience working in a multinational multicultural environment.
• Advanced analytical skills and proficiency with data handling tools.
• Results-oriented with strong business acumen; thrives in a fast-paced dynamic environment.
• Fluent in English; French and/or German are a plus.
• Bachelors degree in Chemistry Biology Biochemistry or related science field plus solid experience working within a leadership or operational management role in R&D contract research organisations or Indirect Procurement.

Additional Information :

Occasional international travel will be required.

What we offer

• Extensive benefits package including a generous pension scheme bonus scheme private medical & life insurance.
• Up to 31.5 days annual holiday.
• Learning culture and wide range of training options.
• Excellent onsite facilities (gym fitness classes staff restaurant)

Syngenta has been ranked as a top 5 employer and number 1 in agriculture by Science Journal.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time