About us:

Valent U.S.A. LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Sumitomo Chemical Company, Limited, engages in the development, registration, sales, and marketing of integrated technological solutions for crop production and pest management that deliver value for our customers and stakeholders. A leading crop protection firm serving the agricultural and non-crop products markets in North America, Valent products help growers produce safe and abundant food and fiber crops, and horticultural professionals improve the quality of life for their customers. The corporate motto, Products That Work, From People Who Care®, describes the company's business philosophy. Valent seeks out and provides customers with innovative and effective solutions to their production challenges. Our vision is to be the best company delivering integrated solutions of biorational and traditional crop protection solutions to our customers. Valent is dedicated to creating a world that is healthier and more comfortable, and that has a sustainable abundance of quality, affordable food, helping crops to be the ultimate renewable resource.

General Description:

Valent USA is looking for a Sr. Buyer/ Planner to join our team in San Ramon, CA. The purpose of this position is to procure inventory and plan in a production environment. Develops and implements long-term supply chain strategies and networks in support of business growth.

Principal Responsibilities:

• For assigned product group, provide analytical, data gathering, and technical supply chain support for one or more processes such as production planning, life cycle management, finished goods and raw material inventory management and allocation, as necessary.
• Procurement of raw materials and packaging, required to build finished goods on time.
• Coordinate manufacturing and material requirements for all company manufacturing facilities in USA, which now total 15 locations.
• Develop aggregate supply plans for assigned product groups while collaborating with the Marketing, Sales, Contract Manufacturing, and Regulatory teams.
• Develop and maintain the schedule in SAP and John Galt Atlas Systems that support the aggregated demand plan while effectively utilizing company resources such as finished goods inventory, internal and external manufacturing capacities, and costs.
• Maintains forecasts and manages work orders for Contract Manufacturing manufacture, fill and finish in SAP and Inventory Management Module of Atlas Planning System.
• Develop, track, and maintain relevant, effective performance metrics related to supply chain effectiveness; Initiate appropriate action plans for metrics below expectations
• Ability to work independently and make decisions with minimal supervision
• Understand and resolve planned work order variances and work with the Contract Manufacturing facilities to resolve issues.
• Attend annual physical inventories of manufacturing facilities as assigned.
• Lead assigned product group in Supply Reviews and Production Planning Meetings.
• Become an integral contributor to the Sales and Operations Planning Process

Qualifications:

• Typically, a BA/BS, MBA or equivalent, with 15+ years of related experience
• Minimum 5 years in supply chain management, including one or more of the following: Forecasting and Demand Planning, Master Scheduling, Capacity Analysis and Management, Inventory Analysis and Management, Sales & Operations Planning, Materials Requirements Planning.
• Experience in production manufacturing and/or Agricultural Chemical manufacturing preferred
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Excel and good working knowledge of other MS Office applications and Demand Planning.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and priorities, and have strong data analysis, problem solving, and decision-making ability
• Demonstrated ability to work with all organizational levels and work effectively in a team environment, demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated examples of a high level of personal initiative and ability to function autonomously with a strong sense of urgency, self-confidence, and comfort with new and rapidly changing situations and environments
• Experience with ERP systems required.
• Establishes and maintains positive working relationships with employees and 3rd party vendors

Physical Demands and Work Environment (OFFICE Position)

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Physical Demands include constant sitting, walking, standing, simple grasping and fine manipulation with hands; frequent bending at the neck and waist; and occasional squatting, climbing, kneeling, crawling, twisting at the neck and waist, power grasping, pushing, and pulling with hands, reaching above shoulder level, lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs.
• Work Environment includes exposure to or working in or around equipment and machinery including a computer keyboard and mouse.
• Frequency Definitions: Constant = Over 40% / Frequent = Up to 40% / Occasional = Up to 10%

What We Offer

We recognize that compensation and benefits play a crucial role in your career decisions. That’s why we’re dedicated to equitable pay practices and transparency in how we reward our employees.

Base Salary: The estimated annual base salary for this position ranges from:

$88,700 to $108,600 . Individual pay is based upon location, skills, experience, and other relevant factors.

Incentives: All full-time employees are eligible for an incentive program or profit-sharing program in addition to their base salary.

Benefits:

• High-quality healthcare coverage starting on day one, with options for medical (HSA/HRA), vision, and dental plans
• 5% company contribution to your 401(k), plus a quarterly discretionary bonus
• Immediate 100% vesting of all retirement contributions
• Financial assistance programs to support your goals
• Life and disability insurance for added security
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and volunteer days

Our Commitment to a Sustainable Future

At Valent Group of Companies, we’re proud to power a sustainable future through our work. Sustainability and corporate social responsibility (CSR) have been at the core of our culture since the beginning. Today, they continue to drive everything we do.

Join us in making a meaningful impact and contributing to a better world.

• Valent U.S.A., Valent North America LLC, Valent BioSciences LLC and Mycorrhizal Applications LLC are an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and/or identity, national origin, citizenship, immigration status, disabilities, or protected veteran status.

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