Global Strategic E-Sourcing Specialist at Syngenta Group

pune, maharashtra, India -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

18 Jun, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

SAP Ariba, E-Sourcing, Spend Analysis, E-Auctions, Procurement, Source-to-Pay, Stakeholder Management, Category Strategy, Data Analysis, Supplier Engagement, Training Delivery, Change Management

Industry

Farming

Description

Company Description About Syngenta At Syngenta Group, we're a global community of 56,000 innovators across 90 countries, united by a 250-year legacy of agricultural excellence. As the world's most local agricultural technology partner, we create tailor-made solutions that transform farming while protecting our planet, driven by our commitment to innovation, ethics, and integrity. Through our inclusive environment and diverse perspectives, we pioneer breakthrough solutions for farmers, society, and future generations. Join our worldwide teams of agricultural pioneers in creating a more resilient and equitable food system for all. Job Description At Syngenta, our goal is to build the most collaborative and trustworthy team in agriculture, providing top-quality seeds and innovative crop protection solutions that improve farmers' success. To support this mission, we are looking for a Global e-Sourcing Specialist to lead digital procurement initiatives and optimize sourcing strategies across regions. You will leverage SAP Ariba and analytical tools to deliver cost efficiencies, strengthen supplier engagement, and drive adoption of e-Sourcing practices across the organization. Accountabilities: Lead end-to-end sourcing events (RFI, RFQ, e-Auctions) using SAP Ariba, ensuring competitive outcomes and stakeholder alignment Perform spend analysis to identify savings opportunities and develop data-driven category strategies Design and execute e-auction strategies that maximize supplier participation and deliver measurable cost reductions Develop and deliver training programs for suppliers and internal teams on SAP Ariba tools and digital procurement processes Act as the subject matter expert for e-Sourcing, driving continuous improvement and adoption of digital sourcing practices globally Why Join Us? At Syngenta, you will be part of a global team shaping how procurement operates at scale. This role offers the opportunity to influence digital sourcing strategy, work with cutting-edge tools, and make a visible impact on how we engage suppliers worldwide. If you thrive on turning data into decisions and building capability across diverse teams, we want to hear from you. Qualifications Required Qualifications: 5–8 years of experience in Procurement or Source-to-Pay domain Hands-on experience managing sourcing events in SAP Ariba (Sourcing and Supplier modules) Demonstrated experience conducting spend analysis and translating findings into actionable strategies Track record of running e-Auctions with quantifiable cost savings Strong communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills Ability to work across regions and time zones with diverse teams Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or a related field Desired Qualifications: Experience with BI/reporting tools such as Tableau or Power BI Exposure to broader Source-to-Pay processes (contract management, supplier lifecycle) Certification in procurement or supply chain (e.g., CIPS, CSCP) Experience delivering training or change management programs in a global setting Additional Information 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. #LI-Hybrid

Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end digital sourcing events and e-auctions using SAP Ariba to drive cost efficiencies. Develop data-driven category strategies and provide global training on digital procurement tools.