Parr has worked for Syngenta and its legacy companies since 1987. He has broad experience across both crop protection and seeds including commercial and supply chain roles. From 2009 until the end of 2013 he was regional director for Europe, Africa and the Middle East. Since the beginning of 2014 he has held the role of head of global crops and Assets, targeting the optimization of global crop and product platforms.
“I am confident that in Jon Parr we have found a strong successor to sustain our focus on growing the business and improving profitability,” says Mike Mack, chief executive officer.
North America and Asia Pacific will remain under the leadership of Davor Pisk, chief operating officer.
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