Team Lead I2P

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

Make an impact where precision meets purpose.

At Syngenta, we're building world-class finance operations - and we need a hands-on leader to drive our Invoice to Pay function forward. If you thrive on optimizing processes, developing talent, and delivering exceptional service, this is your opportunity.

Accountabilities:

• Lead & deliver end-to-end I2P operations - invoice processing, payments, AP helpdesk, and vendor master data - ensuring on-time, error-free service delivery from the Pune GFO
• Drive continuous improvement using Lean and Six Sigma principles to boost productivity, eliminate waste, and exceed internal benchmarks
• Own compliance & controls - maintain process adherence to Syngenta's internal policies, facilitate audit reviews, and manage exceptions with precision
• Build a high-performing team - mentor, develop, and retain a team of 10+ analysts through effective coaching, performance management, and proactive attrition strategies
• Partner with stakeholders - work directly with service delivery, operations, and internal control teams to resolve challenges and elevate the client experience

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• 7–12 years in finance operations (MNC/GCC) with 3–4 years leading teams of 10+ members
• Deep I2P expertise - invoice processing, T&E, Card admin, exception handling, Payments, Invocie Audit/Quality Checks, AP Service desk
• Strong knowledge of tax, WHT, and GST frameworks
• Hands-on experience with SAP ERP (VIM), Ariba, Concur, and ServiceNow
• Managed projects and implemented continous improvment ideas wit in operations
• Excellent Customer centricity, communication, and documentation skills
• Transition/insourcing experience is a plus
• B.Com / M.Com / MBA Finance

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.