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Inventory and Distribution Specialist

Location: Woodland, California, USA

Reference: 18023807

About Syngenta

Syngenta is a global leader in agriculture; rooted in science and dedicated to bringing plant potential to life. Each of our 28,000 employees in more than 90 countries work together to solve one of humanity’s most pressing challenges: growing more food with fewer resources. A diverse workforce and an inclusive workplace environment are enablers of our ambition to be the most collaborative and trusted team in agriculture. Our employees reflect the diversity of our customers, the markets where we operate and the communities which we serve. No matter what your position, you will have a vital role in safely feeding the world and taking care of our planet. Join us and help shape the future of agriculture.

About Us

We invite you to help us shape the future of agriculture. At Syngenta, we believe every employee has a role to play in safely feeding the world and taking care of our planet. To support that challenge, we are currently seeking a Inventory and Distribution Specialist in Woodland, CA.

You will help shape the future of agriculture by:

  • Accurate and timely management of the distribution process of products to customers and intercompany transfers
  • Ensuring product quality shipping to Growers and Suppliers meets quality specifications and timeliness
  • Maintaining professional and courteous interaction with customers
  • Responsible for the dispatch of inventory obsolescence 
  • Fostering an operational culture founded on HSE, Quality, and process improvement

Accountabilities

  • Assist Regional Production Manager, as required in areas of operations/production
  • Coordinate and direct scheduling of needed inventory to facilitate the fulfillment of orders on a timely and efficient manor
  • Coordinate the defaults, orders and interplant activity
  • Coordinate incoming product through delivery confirmation and shipment priorities
  • Responsible for finished goods inventory accuracy and warehouse management at site(s) in adherence of company specifications
  • Oversees personnel, including contract labor, for warehousing and distribution activities
  • Assist with operational and capital budgets for area of responsibility
  • Assist in the development, implementation, and monitoring of Quality Business Systems and processes, systems and programs for site operations
  • Foster an operational culture founded on adherence to all applicable HSE, quality, and other corporate policies, procedures and guidelines
  • Active engagement in Syngenta’s Goal Zero initiative
  • Assist in other areas of the office and/or plant as workload requires
  • Cross-functional knowledge and participation in plant activities; e.g. conditioning, treating, packaging, rework, and others as assigned by plant management
  • Understanding of seed labeling laws, seed certification laws and interstate shipment regulations
  • Coordinate activities with NA Logistics Team
  • Manage scheduling, warehousing shipping timelines and inventory accuracy
  • Ensure seed inventories meet demands in terms of quantity and quality

Assist with the hiring, training and development of employees

Qualifications

  • BS in Agriculture or Business Management is preferred or equivalent work experience and knowledge considered
  • Knowledge of general industry procedures, practices, and terminology
  • Excellent communication skills
  • PC and business software skills
  • Strong agronomic and pest management skills
  • Ability to adapt to changing environmental/situational needs
  • Ability to make timely, effective decisions
  • Ability to remain flexible and responsive when faced with multiple urgent requests

What We Offer:

  • Full Benefit Package (Medical, Dental & Vision) that starts the same day you do
  • 401k plan with company match, Profit Sharing & Retirement Savings Contribution
  • Paid Vacation, 12 Paid Holidays, Maternity and Paternity Leave, Education Assistance, Wellness Programs, Corporate Discounts among others
  • A culture that promotes work/life balance, celebrates diversity and offers numerous family-oriented events throughout the year

Application:

Please click HERE to learn more and to apply online.

 

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.

More positions from: Syngenta Seeds, Inc. (Vegetable Seeds)

Posted from November 10, 2020 until May 10, 2021
SeedQuest reference number: 122582

Applicants must be legally eligible to work in the country where the position is located.
 
 
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