Regional Demand Planner Lead- Americas en Syngenta Group

At Syngenta Vegetable Seeds, we’re putting growers at the heart of all that we do. Our energies are focused on creating solutions that help them get more out of their crops, now and in the future. A commitment in every seed. We do this by: protecting seed, bulb, or small plant quality from the start to enable growers to achieve the highest yield potential in their operations; continuously investing in R&D to bring cutting-edge innovations to the market; and striving to make a real-world difference through more sustainable practices on farms, in shipping, right down to the grocery store.

We're seeking an experienced Regional Demand Planner Lead to drive forecasting excellence across America. In this strategic role, you'll orchestrate demand planning processes across America, managing a planning horizon of 3-48 months.  You'll bridge Commercial, Marketing, and Supply Chain functions while leading a talented team of demand planners to deliver exceptional results across this expansive region. This is a dual-role opportunity combining hands-on leadership with direct responsibility for demand planning.

Duties:

• Lead and develop a high-performing team of 3 Demand Planners, driving continuous improvement across all Americas Commercial Units
• Own the monthly regional demand review process, ensuring accurate forecasts, timely SAP submissions, and robust KPI monitoring
• Establish and maintain efficient S&OP decision-making platforms in partnership with Regional Supply Operations Leads
• Drive annual 5-year demand planning cycles, aligning Commercial, Marketing, and Supply functions to strategic goals
• Provide analytical insights through variance analysis and reporting to guide strategic decision-making at regional and global levels

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business, Economics, Supply Chain Management, or related field; APICS or ISM certifications highly desirable
• Proven experience in Demand Planning or Supply Chain Management with a track record of leading and developing high-performing planning teams
• Deep proficiency in SAP, IBP, and forecasting methodologies with strong analytical capabilities and advanced Excel skills
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills with ability to influence across diverse, multicultural environments
• Strategic thinker with excellent organizational skills, able to manage competing priorities under tight deadlines while maintaining attention to detail

Salary for this role is $100,800 - $187,200 per year. 

What We Offer: 

• A culture that celebrates diversity & inclusion, promotes professional development, and strives for a work-life balance that supports the team members. Offers flexible work options to support your work and personal needs. 
• Full Benefit Package (Medical, Dental & Vision) that starts your first day.  
• 401k plan with company match, Profit Sharing & Retirement Savings Contribution. 
• Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, Maternity and Paternity Leave, Education Assistance, Wellness Programs, Corporate Discounts, among other benefits. 

Syngenta has been ranked as a top employer by Science Journal. 
Learn more about our team and our mission here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OVCN_51GbNI 

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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