Head Product Technology and Engineering AMEA Jobs

Syngenta Group

Location:
India, Goa

Category:
IT - Administration

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Job Description:

To lead the Product Technology & Engineering resources in AMEA all of the 5 technical PT&E functions including Goa India PT&E technology center, Application Technology center in Cikampek and formulation engineering in the County Units to support the business in AMEA and JANZ. Work with AMEA CP R&D,P&S and Business Leaders to ensure that the commercial teams are fully supported with an exciting and applicable product pipeline. Working with the global PTE, agree the technical, infrastructure and people strategy for the technology center. With AMEA focus, develop and promote effective technical teams that will provide innovative and scalable processes and solutions that will meet internal and external customer needs. Drive a culture of continuous improvement (in collaboration with other PT&E leaders) to ensure we maintain efficient and effective product technology capabilities. Establish strong technical and people leadership, delivering ongoing regional and global excellence through recruitment, coaching and developing succession plans for the center.

Job Responsibility:

Lead the PT&E LT in the region to ensure that the PT&E team have a clear strategy with respect to role the site plays in the global PT&E organization and that we develop the required capability and capacity to support current and future ambitions
Direct oversight of Goa site's PT&E operations ensure HSE, compliance, etc. including formal director role at SBPL
Drive continuous improvement programs to ensure site technical excellence and operational efficiency
Responsible and disciplined approach to budget, resource planning to manage site engineering projects and capital investments, support site expansion projects and drive digital transformation initiatives
Enable agility and responsiveness by developing people and organization that can respond to emerging needs and changes at Syngenta, especially at our major interfaces
Establish and foster positive environments for science, innovation and product development
Balance strategic, tactical projects and initiatives cooperatively and objectively with AMEA leader to support AMEA business
Partner with CPDMT teams for new product development and scale-up, manage regional project portfolio and resource allocation
Collaborate with P&S leadership on manufacturing strategy, support 3rd party sourcing decisions with technical expertise, optimize production costs through technical improvement and ensure robust technical transfer to contract manufacturers
Collaborate with global functions and regional teams
Manage relationships with external partners
Engage with regulatory authorities
Build relationships with academic institutions
Partner with industry associations
Support external communication on technical matters

Requirements:

10+ years experience in a significant leadership or technical position in Product Technology and Engineering and / or relevant business management functions
University degree in a relevant technical field with significant technical and leadership experience in the chemical industry
Deep understanding of industrial product development, processes and concepts, including the innovation, product development and technology transfer
Understanding of the key technical requirements, skills and capabilities for PT&E engineering, including formulation, packaging and application engineering
Significant experience in project management across functions, geographies and cultures
Proven leadership skills in groups of 20+ people
Ability to communicate and lead a multi-functional team with credibility and empathy, maintaining a balance between local needs and issues while remaining connected to broader regional or global developments
The role will require 40% time for domestic and international travel

What we offer:

A position which contributes to valuable and impactful work in a stimulating and international environment
The opportunity to make a difference to process safety, both within Syngenta’s global operations, and in shaping safety legislation and culture worldwide
A superb working environment with an open culture and diverse workforce where new ideas are always welcome
The opportunity to work with and learn from highly qualified and experienced employees and gain scientific and technical excellence
Learning culture (Together we Grow) and wide range of training options

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Job Posted:
December 12, 2025

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