What are the responsibilities and job description for the Inventory and Site Accounting Lead position at Syngenta?
Company Description
At Syngenta Crop Protection, we're pioneering solutions that safeguard global food security while championing sustainable agriculture. As a world market leader headquartered in Switzerland, we empower farmers with innovative crop protection technologies that defend against nature's toughest challenges. We unite advanced science with digital solutions to develop intelligent crop protection that maximizes yields while minimizing environmental impact. Join our mission of revolutionizing plant protection from seed to harvest.
Job Description
The Inventory Accounting Lead will be responsible for maintaining inventory accuracy of products at multiple sites across the network. In addition, this role will be identifying discrepancies in inventory and working to resolve these discrepancies. The candidate will need to maintain good documentation of adjustments and audit control reports. The Inventory Account Lead will also plan, direct, and train remote sites on inventory management best practices and data input transactions.
Accountabilities
What We Offer:
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.
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At Syngenta Crop Protection, we're pioneering solutions that safeguard global food security while championing sustainable agriculture. As a world market leader headquartered in Switzerland, we empower farmers with innovative crop protection technologies that defend against nature's toughest challenges. We unite advanced science with digital solutions to develop intelligent crop protection that maximizes yields while minimizing environmental impact. Join our mission of revolutionizing plant protection from seed to harvest.
Job Description
The Inventory Accounting Lead will be responsible for maintaining inventory accuracy of products at multiple sites across the network. In addition, this role will be identifying discrepancies in inventory and working to resolve these discrepancies. The candidate will need to maintain good documentation of adjustments and audit control reports. The Inventory Account Lead will also plan, direct, and train remote sites on inventory management best practices and data input transactions.
Accountabilities
- Maintain compliance and work with both internal and external auditors.
- Coordinate and manage monthly inventory reconciliations.
- Resolve inventory issues, discrepancies, problem orders and intercompany transfer issues.
- Have a continual improvement mindset.
- Train remote sites on inventory control practices and procedure.
- Recommend process changes to minimize inventory loss.
- Act as the liaison between customer service and logistics for inventory-related issues.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business or Logistics preferred or 5 years of relevant experience.
- Knowledge of SAP and Intermediate level Excel.
- Experience with coordinating and working with many 3rd party service providers.
- Strong customer focus and orientation.
- Logistics/Production experience is highly preferred.
- Ability to work days, evenings and weekends during business critical times.
What We Offer:
- A culture that celebrates belonging and collaboration, promotes professional development and strives for a work-life balance that supports the team members. Offers flexible work options to support your work and personal needs.
- Full Benefit Package (Medical, Dental & Vision) that starts your first day.
- 401k plan with company match, Profit Sharing & Retirement Savings Contribution.
- Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, Maternity and Paternity Leave, Education Assistance, Wellness Programs, Corporate Discounts, among other benefits.
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.
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