UlliManage trialing activities for crops in conjunction with Breeding Project Leads to drive excellence in on / off site trialing (PLC 3-5). /liliSuccessful delivery of the role will result in high quality trials, implementing trial design, adequate data collection and data analysis that will enable data-based product advancement and placement decisions in conjunction with product development specialist, Marketing and Technical Support. /liliPPS are the key technical contributors to the hybrid promotion from PLC5 to PLC6.0 focusing on the territory and on regional demand. /liliPPS provide data for the territory advancement and positioning process PAT / PAM documents, technical positioning proposals) for our new vegetables seeds products. /li /ulpbAccountabilities /b /pulliManage on / off site trialing and deliver quality data to support PLC 5 transfer to 6 decision making /liliKey contributor of PLC6.0 transfer decisions with the variety performance and other technical parts at Territory level in her / his cr ops. /liliPrepare the year plan with the support of Breeding Project Lea ds, plan for assessment trials including budget (Trial plan) /liliOrganize external (off-station) trials with growers in his crops as planned in trial planning tool and on the way of working as described in trial protocol /liliOrganize internal (in-station) trials with station managers in his crops as planned in trial planning tool and on the way of working as described in trial protocol /liliPrepare and negotiate contracts with growers for trials based on standard Syngenta agreement. /liliGrower-field and greenhouse-selection for trial in line with targeted customer segment and general trialing needs (uniformity, soil, consistency) /liliGrower or YP raiser visits at critical steps of growing to execute or manage sowing, planting, harvest to prevent mixture and provide correct material labelling. /liliCreate trials in SPIRIT applying Trial Design rules /liliHarvest, plants and yield evaluation-data collection according to trial protocol, trialing plan and breeder’s needs. /liliDeliver all collected data via agreed formats and SPIRIT within agreed deadlines. /liliInstruct trialing technicians or 3rd party trialing company to secure good trial and data quality. /liliOrganize data collection in the field with Syngenta or third party employees /liliMakes plant selections in field as instructed by Breeding Project lead (if applicable). /liliUsing of databases as SPIRIT, MINT and software as Excel, Spotfire to plan trials and other software for data management, data analysis and data visualization. Prepare trials in MINT and SPIRIT. /liliProvide data set on the performance of materials from all trials and make good overviews about the hybrids for their positioning in certain markets (country level) compared to Syngenta and competition. /liliSecure availability of Syngenta products and commercial seed checks following internal compliance rules (GARF, GCC) /liliOrganize Product Advancement Tour (PAT tour) with Breeding Project Leads and Portfolio managers to present trials and new products candidate to transfer to PLC6.0. PPS is securing the appropriate visit date in order to have all participants and to visit the trials at the appropriate development stage. /liliPrepare all the trials and product exposition for the PAT tour. Prepare trial data analysis to be used during the PAT tour and lead the PAT visits. Make and share the minutes of the PAT tour. /liliPreparation of technical variety promotion leaflets in order to support effective hand over to marketing of new varieties. Fill relevant PMD information. /liliMaintain good contacts with the distributors / growers / traders with the objective to understand customer needs practices, and use this information to update breeders in order to improve trials. /liliMake trial contract evaluations (price, quality, risks) according to protocol, implement subsequent improvements. /liliFollow Biosafety, HSE rules and the quality system requirements /liliStrong result orientation and assertive mindset /liliGood relationship building and networking skills /liliAbility to stand for her / his proposal with courage /liliChallenging the status quo with innovative solutions /liliProactive mindset and agility (communication, seeking solutions) /liliTaking new initiatives and to capturing new opportunities beyond borders /liliCandid to receive feedbacks and build these to her / his personal development /liliFlexibility in working (coping with timing / environment / people changes) /li /ulpQualifications /ppbCritical success factors key challenges /b /pulliKnowledge and experience on data management, experimental design and statistical analysis. /liliLearning to work within the Syngenta Seeds Vegetables matrix organization, with special attention to connection and support (according to the plan agreed with BPLs) to Product Development and Sales / Marketing team within geography. /liliBuild up a core team of growers who can perform good quality trials for the company. /liliEfficient use the resources available in the company. /liliGood health state to stand hard work conditions (hot, cold, humid). /liliAbility to work in a dynamic environment, fast adaptation to new situations, requests. /liliOpen behavior in case of disagreement. /liliFeel part of and responsible for the success of Syngenta Seeds. /li /ulpbCritical experience required for the job : /b /pulliExperience in plant variety trialing (preferably in vegetable crops) /liliExperience in experimental design, data analysis and assessment (using statistical methods and IT tools) /liliExperience in agricultural technologies and applications /liliExperience in working with growers / other related companies / functions in the veg production chain /liliUnderstanding of Vegetable market and crop specifications /liliProfound understanding of agronomy and basic breeding principles /liliWillingness to travel frequently (internal / abroad) /liliExperience with working in international environment is a plus /liliExperience in making public presentations is a plus /li /ulpbCritical knowledge and education required for the job : /b /pulliBSc (required) and / or MSc (preferably) in Horticulture or in Agriculture with relevant crop related work experiences (threshold is 3-5 years dependent from the scope of the previous job). /liliRelevant knowledge about plant genetics and breeding (MSc / PhD in Plant Breeding Genetics is a plus) /liliKnowledge about trial design and theory, principles of statistical data analysis /liliGood understanding of the English language both verbally and in writing /li /ulpbExperiences to be gained in the job /b /pulliDeep technical knowledge about the particular Veg crop group /liliComprehensive market knowledge about the crop group (market demand, competitors, trends, across territory view, regional differences etc.) /liliDeveloped analytical skills and mindset /li /ulpAdditional Information /pulliSenior Breeding Trial Specialist /li /ulpDue to the nature of the role, willingness to travel is essential, especially during the summer months, to other areas of Italy (central and northern Italy) for periods of up to several weeks. /ppuLanguages : /u Native Italian speaker, good spoken and written English. /ppSyngenta 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 /p #J-18808-Ljbffr