Contract Manager - (M/F/D)

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Syngenta Group is seeking a Contract Manager (M/F/D) to draft, review and negotiate commercial, vendor and partnership contracts with a focus on infrastructure utilities and maintenance suppliers at Monthey, ensuring legal compliance and alignment with business goals. The role covers contract administration, risk management, and collaboration with legal, finance and procurement, plus continuous improvement of templates and processes. Requirements include a bachelor’s degree in business or a related field, 5+ years in contract management in a manufacturing/industrial setting, fluent French and English (German a plus). To apply, submit a complete package with CV, motivation letter, diplomas and certificates, and tailor your submission to demonstrate supplier management and risk mitigation that adds value to Monthey.

Company Description

As a world market leader in crop protection, we help farmers to counter these threats and ensure enough safe, nutritious, affordable food for all – while minimizing the use of land and other agricultural inputs. Syngenta Crop Protection keeps plants safe from planting to harvesting.  From the moment a seed is planted through to harvest, crops need to be protected from weeds, insects and diseases as well as droughts and floods, heat and cold. Syngenta Crop Protection is headquartered in Switzerland. 

Health Promotion Switzerland recognizes Syngenta's commitment to the health and well-being of its employees and awards the "Friendly Work Space" label to all its Swiss sites. At Syngenta, employee health and well-being are key to the company. 

Job Description

Purpose
This role is responsible for drafting, reviewing, negotiating and managing contracts to ensure compliance with legal requirements, Syngenta policies and business objectives. This role involves collaborating with internal stakeholders and external parties to minimize contractual and business risks, maintaining strong supplier relationships and ensure agreements are executed effectively throughout their lifecycle.

Accountabilities
Main accountabilities of this role are the following: 

Contract Drafting and Negotiations:

• Draft, review and revise a wide range of commercial, vendor and partnership contracts (a focus lies on main infrastructure, utilities and maintenance suppliers like CIMO at Monthey).
• Negotiate contract terms to ensure favorable conditions for Syngenta.
• Ensure contracts comply with relevant laws, regulations and all Syngenta policies.

Contract Administration:

• Maintain accurate records of all contracts in a centralized way.
• Track key dates, deliverables and obligations to ensure timely renewals or terminations
• Monitor contract performance and enforce agreed terms and conditions

Risk Management & Compliance:

• Identify potential contractual risks and propose mitigation strategies.
• Advise site management on contractual rights, obligations and liabilities.
• Ensure all contracts adhere to internal compliance and governance standards.

Stakeholder Improvements:

• Work with legal, finance and procurement teams to align contract terms with the site objectives and strategies.
• Act as the point of contact for contract-related queries from internal and external partners.

Continuous Improvement:

• Develop and maintain contract templates, paybooks and best practices.
• Recommend improvements in contract processes for efficiency and risk reductions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, or finance, or bachelor’s degree in the field (Supply Chain, Chemistry, Civil Engineering or Construction). Master’s degree will be considered a plus.
• At least 5+ years of proven work experience in contract management in complex manufacturing/industrial environment combined with experience across diverse suppliers in the field (production, engineering, maintenance, HSE, etc.).
• Fluent in French and English (written and spoken), any other language a plus (German).
• Great attention to detail with high level of accuracy combined with the ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent personal integrity.
• Communication and presentation skills.
• Stakeholder management.
• Continuous Improvement mindset.

Additional Information

We offer a variety of financial and non-financial benefits including:  

• We offer a position which contributes to valuable and impactful work in a stimulating and international environment   

• A superb working environment with an open culture and diverse workforce where new ideas are always welcome  

• The opportunity to work with and learn from highly qualified and experienced employees and gain scientific and technical excellence  

• Learning culture (Together we Grow) and wide range of training options  

• You will profit from a competitive pension fund plan, attractive bonus system, onsite doctor, fitness room, canteen, and other benefits (Family friendly initiatives, Child and Family allowance…)  

Please send your complete application with CV, motivation letter, diploma and work certificates (if applicable). 

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.