Collections Lead

Syngenta is a global leader in agricultural innovation with a presence in more than 90 countries. Syngenta is focused on developing technologies and farming practices that empower farmers, so they can make the transformation required to feed the world’s population while preserving our planet. Its bold scientific discoveries deliver better benefits for farmers and society on a bigger scale than ever before. Guided by its Sustainability Priorities, Syngenta is developing new technologies and solutions that support farmers to grow healthier plants in healthier soil with a higher yield. Syngenta Crop Protection is headquartered in Basel, Switzerland; Syngenta Seeds is headquartered in the United States. Read our stories and follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram & X.

• Lead and develop a team of 8, fostering a healthy work environment where how you do things matters as much as what you achieve.
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Be close to customers by traveling to visit them, building strong relationships, and achieving effective payment agreements
• Guarantee effective collections to support the timely release of orders
• Ensure compliance with TFCM policies and internal control frameworks.
• Identify and drive process improvement opportunities across collection operations

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Accounting, Economics, or Finance.
• Minimum 4 years leading teams in collections, credit, or finance operations.
• ERP experience (SAP or equivalent).
• Intermediate English.

Desired

• Knowledge of the agricultural sector.

Key Competencies

• People-focused leadership
• Negotiation and conflict resolution
• Proactive, Flexibility and resilient mindset
• Stakeholder management (internal and external)
• Analytical thinking

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. 
• Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, Maternity and Paternity Leave, Education Assistance, Wellness Programs, Corporate Discounts, among other benefits.

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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