Product Placement Scientist

Product Placement ScientistFull-timeCompany DescriptionAbout SyngentaAt Syngenta Vegetables and Flowers, we're cultivating tomorrow's diversity through innovative breeding that brings vibrant colors to gardens and nutritious vegetables to tables worldwide. We combine centuries of seed heritage with cutting-edge innovation to develop resilient, high-performing varieties that thrive in diverse climates. Join us in shaping the future of sustainable horticulture, where every seed holds the potential to enhance lives through better nutrition and natural beauty.Job DescriptionThe Product Placement Scientist plays instrumental role in our late-stage product portfolio across all vegetable crops and segments by:Leading and managing research trials for diverse portfolio of vegetable crops to drive off-station trials in collaboration with growers.Securing high-quality trials via trial design implementation, optimal data collection and data analysis to enable data-driven product advancement decisions and variety placement recommendationsServing as the primary technical expert for hybrid promotion of PLC5 products to PLC6 stage in partnership with breeding, marketing and commercial teamsAccountabilitiesPlan annual trialing plan for respective crop(s) and area of responsibility using relevant planning toolsOrganize external (off-station) trials with growers in alignment with respective trial protocolsResponsible for design, implementation, and analysis of trials to evaluate crop performance, while collecting high-quality data hands-on and/or through othersSelect and optimize trial locations in line with targeted market and customer segment, trialing best practices and environmental factorsPrepare and negotiate trial contracts with growersWork with all relevant team members that are involved in trialing execution to ensure that trials have accurate trial designResponsible for data management, data analysis and data visualizationPresent trials and new products candidates for PLC6 advancements during the Product Advancement Tour (PAT tour) in collaboration with breeding and marketing teams.Effectively use trialing data to develop product knowledge and create comprehensive overview to allow optimal product advancement decisions and to create technical proposals for product placement in certain markets (country level)Prepares and presents trial network and quality, PLC5 to PLC6 promotions and variety description/placement during the Product meeting for her/his designated area of responsibilityBuild and maintain strong relationships with seed dealers, growers, and processors to understand customer needs, secure strategic trial locations and manage grower contractsDevelop comprehensive knowledge of regional markets, crop performance, and customer requirements for optimal variety placement and strategic insights to other departmentsQualificationsCritical Knowledge and ExperiencePhD degree or MSc degree in Crop Science, Agronomy, Plant Breeding, Horticulture, Plant Genetics or related field with 2-3 years experienceFluency in English and local language; demonstrated strong written and verbal communication abilities.Demonstrated experience in plant variety trialing, field trial design, statistical analysis and data interpretation of phenotype and environmental dataPractical knowledge in plant breeding and seed business as well as crop management and agronomy/horticulture practices across vegetable cropsTrack record of working with growers and stakeholders in vegetable production, with comprehensive understanding of market demands and crop specifications.Excellent analytical and communication skills, with ability to synthesize complex data into clear recommendationsValid driver’s license and willingness to travel primarily within country or region, at least 40-50% during peak seasonAbility to accommodate unscheduled work and flexible work hours based on business needs or weather conditionsAbility to work extended hours during peak seasons (including non-traditional day-time hours with the potential of overnight travel)Additional InformationWhat We OfferAn environment where every voice matters, professional growth is encouraged, and work-life balance is prioritizedComprehensive benefits package, including health and wellness coverage tailored to your locationGenerous annual leave entitlement, learning and development opportunities, wellness programs, employee assistance programs, and additional benefits in accordance with local practicesSyngenta 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.#LI-RemoteBy clicking the link above or any third-party link within this posting, you are leaving this site and going to a third-party website where the third-party website's terms and privacy policy applyI'm interestedI'm interestedPrivacy Notice