Portfolio Analytics Lead

This role is preferably based at Slater, IA, but candidates based in Malta, IL; Stanton, MN; or Ames, IA will also be considered.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, Syngenta is seeking a Portfolio Analytics Lead – Temperate Hub.The Portfolio Analytics Lead will lead strategic portfolio financial planning and optimization across Seeds R&D for the Temperate Hub (NA & Europe), driving data-driven decision making to maximize R&D investment returns. This role will standardize processes, optimize resource allocation, and ensure efficient delivery of portfolio objectives aligned with R&D and commercial strategy.Accountabilities:Lead strategic financial planning and portfolio optimization across Seeds R&D for North America and Europe, ensuring alignment with commercial strategy.Drive data-driven decision making through advanced portfolio analytics, financial modeling, and performance tracking.Manage the annual budget process and portfolio definition cycle, including resource allocation and unit cost optimization.Oversee portfolio reporting and tools management, ensuring data integrity and timely escalation of variances.Partner with global teams to standardize processes and drive consistent ways of working across regions.Provide strategic project management oversight and quantitative analysis for executive decision-making.