Data, Digital and OT Head for Manufacturing Engineering Technology

Company Description

Syngenta 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 Description

Syngenta seeks a collaborative leader to guide the digital transformation of our global manufacturing network spanning 40+ countries. As Data, Digital and OT Head within Manufacturing Engineering Technology (MET), you will work with your team to advance initiatives through three critical streams: Digital Industrialization, Data Integration & Analytics, and OT Integration.

This senior leadership role offers the opportunity to transform how Syngenta manufactures products that feed the world while advancing environmental sustainability.

We welcome candidates with experience in digital transformation, understanding of manufacturing and engineering operations, experience in global initiatives, collaborative partnership capabilities, and strong leadership skills.

Accountabilities:

• Develop and execute a comprehensive digital transformation strategy for manufacturing and engineering, balancing global standardization with local needs.
• Guide diverse global teams across digital, data, and OT domains, fostering innovation and digital capabilities.
• Leverage AI, IoT, and Industry 4.0 technologies.
• Pioneer next-generation manufacturing solutions.
• Oversee significant investments, allocate resources strategically, and coordinate cross-functional digital initiatives. 
• Support organizational change, digital adoption, and cultural transformation.
• Establish governance frameworks, KPIs, and ensure security and compliance in all digital initiatives.
• Develop and nurture strategic partnerships with key stakeholders at all levels, aligning global strategy with local implementation.

Qualifications

Qualifications and required experience

• MS/BS in Industrial, Engineering or Chemical sciences, or equivalent technical degree.
• Experience in digital transformation within manufacturing environments.
• Experience managing multi-site technology programs.
• Background in manufacturing operations, engineering, and digital solutions.
• Experience building and leading high-performing teams.
• Skills in project management, change management, and stakeholder engagement.

Additional Information

The role is based in our Global Operations Centre in Didsbury, near Manchester. The site is a local hub for worldwide operations, ensuring growers, globally, have access to the right product at the right time. You will find a dynamic and agile working environment, with a diverse and inclusive culture. 

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.
• Good onsite facilities
• Hybrid working arrangement with some travel required  

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