Process Optimization and Transformation Lead- Yield Trialing
Process Optimization and Transformation Lead- Yield Trialing
Syngenta
Slater, IA
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Job Description
Through leading innovations, we help farmers around the world meet the challenge of feeding a growing population and taking care of our planet. We are currently seeking an NA Yield Trialing Process Optimization and Transformation Lead for the NA Seeds Development Trialing team in Slater, IA. (role may be hybrid though highly prefer incumbent to be based in Central Iowa region.)
Role Purpose
We are seeking a highly skilled and innovative individual to join our team as the NA Yield Trialing Process Optimization and Transformation Lead. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in driving process optimization and transformation initiatives within our yield trialing operations for corn, soybean and wheat. This position offers an exciting opportunity for an individual with a strong background in agricultural research, process optimization, and project management.
Accountabilities
Process Optimization and Transformation:
What We Offer:
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.
Through leading innovations, we help farmers around the world meet the challenge of feeding a growing population and taking care of our planet. We are currently seeking an NA Yield Trialing Process Optimization and Transformation Lead for the NA Seeds Development Trialing team in Slater, IA. (role may be hybrid though highly prefer incumbent to be based in Central Iowa region.)
Role Purpose
We are seeking a highly skilled and innovative individual to join our team as the NA Yield Trialing Process Optimization and Transformation Lead. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in driving process optimization and transformation initiatives within our yield trialing operations for corn, soybean and wheat. This position offers an exciting opportunity for an individual with a strong background in agricultural research, process optimization, and project management.
Accountabilities
Process Optimization and Transformation:
- Lead the development and implementation of strategies to optimize and transform yield trialing processes, focusing on efficiency, data quality, and overall effectiveness.
- Identify opportunities for automation, standardization, and improvement of trialing processes to enhance productivity and decision-making.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including research, data science, and technology to align trialing processes with broader organizational objectives and technological advancements.
- Facilitate communication and knowledge sharing across different teams to drive process improvements.
- Utilize data analytics and statistical methods to analyze trialing data, identify trends, and provide insights to enhance trialing processes and decision-making.
- Develop and implement data quality standards and protocols to ensure the accuracy and reliability of trialing data.
- Lead and oversee process optimization projects, including planning, resource allocation, timeline management, and stakeholder communication.
- Monitor project progress, identify potential risks, and implement mitigation strategies to ensure successful project outcomes.
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement within the yield trialing team, encouraging innovation, feedback, and the adoption of best practices.
- Implement mechanisms for ongoing monitoring and evaluation of process optimization initiatives.
- Ensure that all process optimization and transformation initiatives comply with relevant safety, regulatory, and quality standards.
- Promote a culture of safety and compliance within the trialing operations.
- Ph.D. preferred.
- Master’s degree with 5+ years of relevant experience will also be considered.
- A strong understanding of agriculture and agronomic practices is required.
- A strong understanding of the practices and procedures that affect yield trial data quality is required.
- Experience with small plot research yield trials is preferred.
- Experience in plant breeding is preferred.
- Proven ability to influence without having direct reporting line responsibility.
- Proven ability to champion and drive implementation of new processes.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Excellent leadership skills.
- A passion for and advanced ability to identify issues and patterns from data.
- Ability to implement strategic decisions in a fast-paced environment.
What We Offer:
- Full Benefit Package (Medical, Dental & Vision) that starts the same day you do
- 401k plan with company match, Profit Sharing & Retirement Savings Contribution
- Open Vacation Policy with a minimum of 15 days of vacation and up to 30 days with manager approval, 9 Paid Holidays
- Maternity and Paternity Leave, Education Assistance, Wellness Programs, Corporate Discounts among others
- A culture that promotes work/life balance, celebrates diversity, and offers numerous family-oriented events throughout the year
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.
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