Lead global OT infrastructure portfolio to enable manufacturing digital transformation at Syngenta.
As a world market leader in crop protection, Syngenta helps farmers counter threats and ensure safe, nutritious, affordable food availability while minimizing land and agricultural inputs. Health Promotion Switzerland awarded Syngenta the "Friendly Work Space" label at all its Swiss sites, showing commitment to employee health and well-being.
Experience in OT portfolio management within manufacturing environments with proven track record in implementing large infrastructure programs. Experience managing complex, multi-site technology projects. Familiarity with project, portfolio, or program management principles.
MS/BS in industrial, engineering, or chemical sciences, or a 5-year technical degree in a related discipline.
Location: Muttenz, Switzerland
Employment Type: Full-time
As a world market leader in crop protection, Syngenta helps farmers counter threats and ensure safe, nutritious, affordable food availability while minimizing land and agricultural inputs usage. Syngenta Crop Protection safeguards plants from planting to harvesting, protecting against weeds, insects, diseases, droughts, floods, heat and cold. Headquartered in Switzerland, Syngenta is committed to employee health and well-being, recognized by Health Promotion Switzerland with the "Friendly Work Space" label at all its Swiss sites.
The role leads Syngenta’s Operational Technology (OT) manufacturing infrastructure portfolio, enabling manufacturing digital transformation. As a key member of the Manufacturing Engineering Technology (MET) Digital and Data team, the position oversees OT investments globally, ensuring efficient deployment of infrastructure upgrades aligned with Syngenta's digital objectives.
The role bridges global strategy with local implementation by collaborating with regional teams, site managers, and subject matter experts from various functions. Managing the portfolio involves governance and prioritization of key initiatives such as OT systems upgrades, cybersecurity enhancement, and readiness for manufacturing 4.0.
This supports improved safety, operational continuity, faster technology adoption, and cost optimization, ensuring readiness for future digital capabilities and maximizing manufacturing network value.
Please submit your complete application with CV, motivation letter, diploma, and work certificates (if applicable).
Syngenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer, promoting diversity and non-discrimination.
Helga Gerhes