Planning and Logistics Manager

Job title:

Planning and Logistics Manager

Company

Syngenta

Job description

Company DescriptionAbout SyngentaSyngenta Crop Protection is a leader in agricultural innovation, bringing breakthrough technologies and solutions that enable farmers to grow productively and sustainably. We offer a leading portfolio of crop protection solutions for plant and soil health, as well as digital solutions that transform the decision-making capabilities of farmers. Our 17,900 employees serve to advance agriculture in more than 90 countries around the world. Syngenta Crop Protection is headquartered in Basel, Switzerland, and is part of the Syngenta Group.Our employees reflect the diversity of our customers, the markets where we operate and the communities which we serve. No matter what your position, you will have a vital role in safely feeding the world and taking care of our planet. Join us and help shape the future of agriculture.Job DescriptionAn incredible opportunity awaits for a Planning and Logistics Manager. In this role you will oversee the co-ordination and consultation with different Syngenta functions on planning, scheduling and logistics related topics. You will drive continuous improvements and developing long term strategy within the function. Responsibilities include;

• Acting as the key point of contact for leadership requirements.
• Inspire and develop your team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and efficiency.
• Collaborate with Area Leadership Team and Supply Chains to achieve tactical and strategic plans for the site and products.
• Contribute to the site’s strategic agenda, particularly the ‘We Grow Together’ program, as part of the wider Extended Leadership Team.

Qualifications and required experience

• Proven experience in leading, developing, and coaching teams.
• Strong understanding of supply chain planning processes (preferred but not essential).
• Experience in developing long-term strategies within supply chain, manufacturing, or technical roles at a leadership level.
• Basic knowledge of production processes and project management (advantageous).

Additional InformationSite DetailsAt the Huddersfield Manufacturing Centre we make important Crop Protection products that are used in over 120 countries worldwide. These products help our growers to meet the ever-increasing demand for food, feed and fuel, and our talented & dedicated teams make this possible.The Huddersfield team is proactive, driven, and friendly, with a strong emphasis on diversity, equality and inclusion. We work cross functionally to get the job done – come and join us!What we offer

• An extensive benefits package including a generous pension scheme, bonus scheme, private medical & life insurance.
• Up to 31.5 days annual holiday.
• 37.5 working hours per week Mon – Fri
• 3.5 rota days off over Christmas + hours bank of 41 hours to use throughout the year for occasional time off.
• Flexible working – the role offers a broad basic package of flexible hours and hybrid working, and is open to individual requests outside of this where it fits with business needs.
• We offer a position which contributes to valuable and impactful work in a stimulating and international environment.
• A strong learning culture and a wide range of training and development opportunities, including support for externally recognized professional qualifications.

Syngenta has been ranked as a and number 1 in agriculture by Science Journal.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. Learn more about our D&I initiatives here:

Expected salary

Location

Huddersfield

Job date

Fri, 02 Aug 2024 22:36:51 GMT

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