Company Description
At Syngenta, we believe every employee has a role to play in safely feeding the world and taking care of our planet. To support that challenge, the Analytics & Data Science team is currently seeking a Strategic Data Insights and Modeling Team Lead, who will work remotely.
Job Description
As a Strategic Data Insights and Modeling Team Lead, you would be responsible for leading a team that utilizes advanced data analysis techniques to provide valuable insights for strategic business decisions. Your role involves:
- Lead and develop a team of 4-6 members, including data scientists and analysts.
- Overseeing the development and implementation of sophisticated models to analyze complex data sets, extract meaningful patterns, and translate them into actionable recommendations for the business.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure that the models and various funding and budget scenarios align with business objectives and play a pivotal role in communicating the findings and insights to senior management, enabling informed decision-making.
- Provide strategic direction for modeling initiatives, identifying opportunities for innovation and improvement to drive business performance.
- Perform site footprint and capacity analysis to support both short-term and long-term planning.
- Utilize SQL, Python, R, and cloud-based platforms for data analysis, modeling, and scenario planning.
PLEASE NOTE -- Candidates must be already located in the United States and not require visa sponsorship.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will blend technical proficiency with strong leadership capabilities to support and guide the team in solving complex business challenges.
Required
- Minimum of 5+ years of experience in a senior-level role within data science, analytics, finance, or a related field.
- Proficiency in coding, data science, statistics, and financial analysis.
- Hands-on experience with SQL, Python, R, and cloud-based platforms (e.g., AWS).
- Proven ability to balance technical and managerial responsibilities effectively.
- Experience in managing modeling projects, ensuring they adhere to best practices, quality standards, and are delivered on time and within budget.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic and remote environment.
- Strategic thinking and decision-making capabilities with experience influencing major business decisions.
Preferred
- Experience in agricultural R&D and/or biotech.
- Advanced degree in a related field.
Additional Information
What we offer:
- Full Benefit Package (Medical, Dental & Vision) that starts the same day you do.
- 401k plan with company match, Profit Sharing & Retirement Savings Contribution.
- Generous Vacation Policy in addition to paid holidays.
- Maternity/Paternity Leave, Education Assistance, Wellness Programs and Corporate Discounts among other benefits.
- A culture that celebrates diversity & inclusion, promotes professional development and strives for a work-life balance that supports the team members.
WL5A
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.