Head of Portfolio and Innovation (Sydney/Melbourne/Brisbane)

FMC Corporation is a global leader in agricultural sciences, driven by our purpose: Innovation for Agriculture. Solutions for the Planet. We are passionate about the power of science to solve agriculture’s biggest challenges. With one of the most productive and diversified pipelines in the industry, FMC is delivering cutting-edge and next-generation crop protection technologies – including Dodhylex™ active, Isoflex™ active, rimisoxafen, and fluindapyr – to help farmers increase the productivity and resilience of their land. Our employees are at the heart of this innovation. We’re looking for bold thinkers and collaborative doers. At FMC, your ideas matter. From day one, you’ll contribute to meaningful work that drives progress in agriculture, supported by a culture that values integrity, safety, respect, and results. Join us in advancing the future of agriculture. Together, we’re building a more resilient planet – one innovation at a time.

The Head of Portfolio and Innovation for the ANZ business is a key leadership role for a senior technical marketing professional responsible for driving growth, defining a clear portfolio strategy, management of third-party assets and driving development ambitions for new technologies. You will lead Development, Regulatory and Marketing experts and is accountable for driving the long-term strategy, direction, revenue and growth aspiration for the ANZ business.

You will drive strategies to leverage customer intelligence and market insights to create and improve FMC’s value proposition for the future development portfolio, new innovations and the existing core technologies. As a key member of the ANZ Leadership Team, you will demonstrate sound strategic, commercial, and financial acumen to enhance sustainable business performance, while taking a “hands on” approach in driving for tangible results.

Work Arrangements

For Sydney - hybrid

For Melbourne/Brisbane - fully remote

What You’ll Do

Team Management

• Lead and align a multifunctional team of experts (Development, Regulatory and Marketing) to ensure a consistency in portfolio and development strategies
• Build a culture of accountability, empowerment, and high performance
• Drive individual development plans aligned with FMC standards

Own the Commercial Strategy

• Responsible for management of third-party customers, contracts, trading terms for existing core and development portfolio opportunities
• Identify opportunities to maximise ROI on new and existing assets across all crop and market segments which we have FTO
• Partner with the Managing Director to develop a consistent third-party strategy that aligns with the GTM strategy across ANZ

Drive Portfolio Growth

• Develop and execute the annual strategic portfolio and innovation strategy aligning all appropriate functional areas to maximize the defined results
• Define and drive execution of the portfolio growth strategy, via organic growth, partnerships and third-party opportunities maximizing ROI
• Drive and align the marketing functions in the development of the business unit LRP (long range plan) and budget.
• Develop strategies and initiatives to combine technologies (synthetic and biologicals), digital platforms, services, and other technologies into a compelling offer for target customer groups
• Ensure implementation of crop, ai and formulation focus strategy by proposing, prioritizing and driving key product-based development initiatives, maximizing product opportunities, defending current positions and aligning market development, sales and regulatory priorities
• Support the development of clear off patent strategies considering third-party opportunities, pricing, LCM projects etc

Lead Innovation

• Oversee the new product development pipeline, stage-gate process, and project prioritization
• Ensure innovation investments deliver sustainable, profitable growth
• Identify pipeline gaps and unlock external innovation opportunities

Budget & Project Management

• Drive and align senior team leaders (Development Manager ANZ, Regulatory Manager ANZ, Senior Portfolio Lead ANZ) and align with Managing Director to set the Development and Regulatory budget including project cost estimates and proposed expenditures for the year
• Have accountability for sound marketing and financial assumptions in project business cases.
• Optimize development investments through synergies between projects
• Develop a clear development strategy – which defines proof of concept strategy, full scope development gate and aligns with broader portfolio strategy
• Enter the development and regulatory updates into the monthly S&OP process and data to the LRP as needed

Own Execution & Delivery​

• Ensure that development plans and activities are aligned with FMC’s growth strategy, market approach and regulatory implications
• Support the implementation of new development projects and position ANZ at the forefront of Global project consideration
• Support and align with the Head of Market Development, Head of Sales and Head of KAM to drive acceptance of new market innovation across the territories
• Ensure clear communication of strategy / NPI / timelines with the Leadership team so that business alignment can be achieved.
• Coordinate the collection of the detailed information required to support new investments in newly identified market opportunities

Drive Strategic Marketing, Regulatory and Development Relationships

• Manage key third-party and industry partnerships
• Act as liaison with government and industry bodies
• Lead contract negotiations to drive commercial outcomes

Champion Stewardship & Compliance

• Ensure alignment with product stewardship, sustainability, and regulatory standards
• Embed responsible practices across all portfolio and innovation activities

What You Bring

• Degree in Agriculture, Agronomy, Crop Science, or Marketing
• At least 3-5 years experiences in product launch & new product development
• Proven people leadership capabilities (3–5 years)
• Strong commercial mindset with a focus on ROI and growth
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence at senior levels
• Values-driven: Respect for People, Results-Oriented, Customer-Centric

FMC is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Employment decisions at FMC are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications. We value diversity and strive to ensure that our hiring and employment practices support a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment.