General Manager
Pubblicato il 17-08-2026 - Adama Agricultural Solutions in Grassobbio
Join ADAMA – A Global Leader in Crop Protection shaping the future of agriculture.
With nearly 8,500 employees and $4 billion in annual sales across more than 100 countries, ADAMA is one of the world’s top crop protection companies and part of the Syngenta Group. Our mission is to create simplicity in agriculture – helping farmers grow. We are proud to foster a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome candidates from all backgrounds.
We are looking for an experienced General Manager to lead our Italy business – a strategically important operation with a strong team and significant untapped growth potential. This is a unique opportunity to drive transformation, accelerate growth, and shape strategy in one of Europe’s most dynamic and regulated agricultural markets, focused on high-value specialty crops.
The Role
You will have full ownership of the Italian business, with responsibility for:
- Defining and delivering the local growth strategy aligned to Europe
- Owning the P&L;, driving revenue, profitability, and market share
- Expanding existing accounts and developing new customers and segments
- Leading and developing a high‑performing team (~70 employees)
- Strengthening customer relationships and market positioning
- Driving operational excellence across planning, supply, and execution
What We Are Looking For
- 10+ years’ experience in the agrochemical/agriculture sector
- Proven success in senior commercial or country leadership roles
- Strong P&L; management and growth delivery experience
- Strategic mindset with the ability to execute and lead change
- Fluent Italian and English
- Willingness to travel (~50%)
Why This Role?
- Lead a well-established business with strong foundations
- Shape growth in a complex, high-value market
- Combine strategic impact with full operational ownership
- Be part of a global, agile organisation
Ready to make an impact?
If you are a strategic, commercially driven leader ready to take on a high‑impact role with real ownership