Job Description

Company Description

About Syngenta:

Syngenta is one of the world\xe2\x80\x99s leading agriculture innovation company (Part of 23 Billion USD Syngenta Group) dedicated to improve global food security by enabling millions of farmers to make better use of available resources. Through world class science and innovative crop solutions, our 28,000 people in over 90 countries are working to transform how crops are grown. We are committed to rescuing land from degradation, enhancing biodiversity and revitalizing rural communities.

A diverse workforce and an inclusive workplace environment are enablers of our ambition to be the most collaborative and trusted team in agriculture. 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.

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About this Job:

Role title : Process and Solution Management Project manager

Location : Pune

Accountabilities

• This role will be part of the Process and Solution management Team based out of Pune, reporting into lead Process and Solution Management.
• Work proactively with the business and IT to document Finance impacts, business requirements, implementation plans, for projects
• Define and develop ways of workings in coordination with FP&T
• Develop project plans and track deliverables, issues, and risks to ensure successful launch of projects
• Ensure clear communication of project responsibilities (e.g., expectations, assignments, and reviews) necessary to successfully complete projects
• Facilitate issue resolution in a manner that keeps everyone productive and engaged
• Enable and ensure the success of our projects by assuming responsibility for project support tasks that allow the team members to focus on project development and milestone delivery
• Create positive relationships and maintain effective communication with all team members and stakeholders
• Provide weekly status reports, escalate issues to management as needed

Specific key activities for this role:

Project Manager

• Portfolio and Budget centralized view update, regularly meet with Business Consultants for Status and Risk Updates.
• Key User for the Project Management - Systems \xe2\x80\x93 Horizons from Idea to project delivery, lookup for other systems & integrations.
• Deliver portfolio status content for the regular stakeholders
• Participate in the Global initiatives to standardize the methodology and project management practice.
• Drive working group meetings, requirement gathering workshops and design discussions with functional IT stakeholders

SPOC:

• Act as the Business Partner Single point of contact (SPOC) for Portfolio Management and Project delivery with Process and solution Management team, assessing business needs and adapting processes and technology.
• Being the single point of contact for the broader finance community on issues pertaining to assigned projects
• Collaborating with business and finance stakeholders to provide robust financial support and strategic input on complex and global business development opportunities
• Identifies, recommends, and manages priorities for finance related projects
• Proactively managing the portfolio risk/opportunities
• Engaging with key stakeholders to discuss risk and opportunities across the portfolio
• Manage the collection and analysis of information to provide regular progress reporting

Qualifications

Critical knowledge and education required for the job

• 10+ years of Work Experience in Finance
• Qualification in Information Technology or Finance/Administration degree
• Qualification or certification in process design and/or system/project management methodologies desired (i.e. PMP , Agile, Six Sigma, Continuous Improvement, etc.);

Leadership Capabilities:

• Collaborative across teams and different Stakeholder levels in the organization
• Motivating and inspiring change agent to drive Productivity
• Self-drive and lead organizational skills

Core Capabilities:

• Must have excellent communication, negotiation and influencing skills along with high personal integrity, credibility, and energy
• Experience in project management essential
• Detail-oriented and well organized
• Strong project management skill with the ability to manage all aspects, including providing overall guidance and direction to the project
• Demonstrated leadership in achieving objectives in a matrix organization, coordinating projects and services across boundaries

Functional/Technical Competencies (job function specific):

• Knowledge of SAP for relevant Finance modules, being an SAP advanced User knowledge, having SAP Academy would be an asset
• Budgeting and resourcing prior experience, Portfolio Administration Management would be an asset.
• Microsoft Office suite skills \xe2\x80\x93 proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, BI tools.

Additional Information

Note: 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, gender identity, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status

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