Syngenta Group
Vegetables and Flowers
LeadGeneticPurity
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“Lead Genetic Purity at Syngenta Group. Skills: Genetic Purity testing, SNP, GOT, Result Analysis & Interpretation. Planning and Managing the end-to-end Genetic purity testing including SNP & GOT. Ensure the resources as per the arrival plan”
What You'll Achieve.
Timely delivery of the results; Accuracy in testing, result analysis and reporting as per lead time; Retest targets
Industry & Context.
Result Analysis & Interpretation; Ability to take challenges
HSE and Compliance
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
MSc in Agriculture specialized in Seed Technology, Plant Genetics & Breeding and Applied Botany with 5-6 years of relevant experience, Knowledge of Genetic Purity testing in lab and field, Knowledge of Genetic Purity, Hybridization and Principles of Pollination, Result Analysis & Interpretation, Computer skills (Excel, word, Power point etc.)
Nice to Have
Interest to Learn & positive attitude, Accept the new challenges, Should improve upon suggestion / feed back, Ability to balance workloads efficiently, Flexible and willing to take more responsibility, Time and people management, Ability to take challenges, Self-motivation, Hard working
What You'll Do.
Planning and Managing the end-to-end Genetic purity testing including SNP & GOT
Ensure the resources as per the arrival plan
Prepare budget for both SNP & GOT and monitor the spent
Ensure testing and result entry in SAP as per KPI
Monitor the relevant KPI on monthly basis
Carry out validation of SNP vs GOT for all new lines
Review the SOP periodically and ensure the alignment as per the document management system
Ensure maintenance of GOT nursery as per SOP
Ensure vendor evaluation as per the guidelines
Effectively manage the parent seed home farms as per the SOP
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaboration across regions; Coordinate with Singapore lab for SNP submissions and results; Work closely with breeders for reference development for new lines; Communication & Internal Stakeholder Management; Communication with inter and intra department; Collaborating across cross functions
Communication Scope
Open & clear communication; Communication & Internal Stakeholder Management; Communication with inter and intra department
Process & Methodology
Planning and Managing the end-to-end Genetic purity testing, Prepare budget for both SNP & GOT and monitor the spent, Ability to balance workloads efficiently, Time and people management
Full Job Description
About Syngenta At Syngenta Vegetables and Flowers, we're cultivating tomorrow's diversity through innovative breeding that brings vibrant colors to gardens and nutritious vegetables to tables worldwide. We combine centuries of seed heritage with cutting-edge innovation to develop resilient, high-performing varieties that thrive in diverse climates. Join us in shaping the future of sustainable horticulture, where every seed holds the potential to enhance lives through better nutrition and natural beauty. Role purpose * Planning and Managing the end-to-end Genetic purity testing including SNP & GOT * Ensure the resources as per the arrival plan * Prepare budget for both SNP & GOT and monitor the spent * Ensure testing and result entry in SAP as per KPI * Monitor the relevant KPI on monthly basis * Collaboration across regions * Coordinate with Singapore lab for SNP submissions and results * Work closely with breeders for reference development for new lines * Carry out validation of SNP vs GOT for all new lines * Communication & Internal Stakeholder Management * Review the SOP periodically and ensure the alignment as per the document management system * Timely review of GOT vendor agreements and ensure the compliance * Ensure maintenance of GOT nursery as per SOP * Ensure vendor evaluation as per the guidelines * Effectively manage the parent seed home farms as per the SOP Accountabilities: * Timely delivery of the results * Accuracy in testing, result analysis and reporting as per lead time. * Retest targets * Communication with inter and intra department. * Maintaining records as per guidelines * HSE and Compliance ## Qualifications Critical knowledge: * Knowledge of Genetic Purity testing in lab and field * Knowledge of Genetic Purity, Hybridization and Principles of Pollination * Result Analysis & Interpretation * Computer skills (Excel, word, Power point etc.) Critical Experience: * MSc in Agriculture specialized in Seed Technology, , Plant Genetics & Breeding and
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