State Affairs Lead

The State Affairs Manager is responsible for managing and implementing Syngenta’s legislative and regulatory priorities across the Midwest and Central U.S. This role engages with elected and appointed officials at the state level and builds strategic relationships with key commodity groups, industry associations, and other stakeholders to protect and advance Syngenta’s business interests while supporting sound, science-based regulatory policy.

The State Affairs Manager will collaborate across Syngenta business units, including Crop Protection, Seeds, and SBI Sales, as well as State and Federal Registration teams, on key initiatives and projects as directed by the State Affairs Team Leader.

Working closely with the Stewardship Team, this position will support product stewardship initiatives across assigned states. The State Affairs Manager will also oversee Syngenta contract lobbyists and consultants within the region and serve as a primary point of contact for state commodity groups and regional trade associations.