Tolling Production Manager

• Within the scope of 3rd party manufacturing (tolling), the purpose of this role is to keep the Syngenta supply risk to a minimum at all times.
• Ensure full compliance of tollers with Syngenta's HSES and quality requirements and with regulatory, contractual and financial frameworks.
• Maintain a tolling supply base delivering production flexibility and reliability at a competitive total cost.
• Coordinate and consult the different Syngenta functions on tolling and toller related topics; act as single key point of contact on managerial level.

• In support of the regional and global FF&P strategy, business priorities and budget targets.
• Accountable for Syngenta HSES policies, quality policies, Crop Life guidance, and good stewardship are understood and adopted by the toller; enforce appropriate management processes at the toller.
• First point of contact on technical issues.
• Report and manage any significant, continuing risks and compliance gaps.
• Address any significant operational issues that arise at the toller.
• Define and manage toller relationship in collaboration with Procurement per T.O.M.
• Support HSES and quality audits and drive timely response on findings and action plans.
• Investigate complaints and ensure resolution through the appropriate interfaces.
• Ensure product specific documentation is complete and correct; implement any product change requests impacting products at tollers.
• Ensure QOTIF targets are met through effective collaboration with internal and external partners.
• Measure toller performance (capability mapping) and drive continuous improvement where appropriate.
• Identify and implement outsource siting options where needed and know the market.
• Define requirements to contractually secure adequate capacity and competitive cost with the support of the Procurement business partner.
• Monitor the total tolling cost (per kg/liter) to identify and realize savings opportunities.
• Lead/participate in selected projects, including product introductions.
• Ensure master data (including BOMs and OLAs) is set-up correctly and accurately maintained; Investigate production usage / toll fee variances and ensure resolution through appropriate interfaces. Responsible for defining scrap factors.

• Five to ten years professional experience in a lead manufacturing or technical role with close manufacturing interface (e.g., PT &E).
• Experience in Agrochemical industry is preferred.
• Turkish language literacy and fluent speaking is a must

• Basic understanding of formulation, fill & pack technology and processes
• Good grasp of 3rd party relationship management
• Good knowledge of HSE, Quality and Regulatory compliance frameworks
• Working experience in a manufacturing environment

• Translating strategy into practice
• Working across interfaces in the entire Supply Chain, T&E and 3rd parties
• Insights into CP industry and changing legislations

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