Job Description

Who we are:

We are a bunch of people who really care about agriculture, food and the challenges facing farming. We want to help farmers with data driven decision making to help nature feed a growing population. Join our team of expert engineers, agronomists, entomologists, crop researchers, and data scientists who are continually conducting research to help drive innovation in agriculture.

Semios is a market leader in leveraging the internet-of-things (IoT) and big data to improve the sustainability and profitability of specialty crops. With 500 million data points being reported by our sensors every day, we leverage our big data analytics, such as in-depth pest and disease modeling, to empower tree fruit and tree nut growers with decision-making tools to minimize resources and risks.

Our innovative work has received several industry awards:
\xe2\x80\x93 Selected as winner of the "Precision Agriculture Solutions of the Year" award. - Named as one of the companies which recognize homegrown innovation in sustainable technologies in Canada. \xe2\x80\x93 Selected as 1 of 9 companies for the inaugural Google for Startups Accelerator Canada cohort, who are all using technology to solve complex challenges.

One of our partners produced this short which shows what we do and our positive environmental impact.

We know our journey is only achievable by having a great team who shares ideas, tries new things and learns as we go.

Who you are:

Motivated by meaningful work, you are looking for more than just a job; you want to work for a dynamic, growing company that finds solutions to real-life problems, such as helping the world reduce the use of pesticides and helping nature feed a growing population. Your ideal work environment includes a collaborative team spirit with the opportunity to learn and grow as you take the initiative to try new things.

As a Supply Chain Specialist you will be responsible for strategic global logistics and procurement. Working with the Operations Manager, you are an experienced supply chain professional, responsible for managing the complex supply chain of the most critical products. Ultimately, you will be responsible for relationships with key vendors and internal customers to ensure parts and materials meet high quality standards and are delivered on time.

The work environment is fast-paced as we are rapidly growing our operations. For this position, you should have superb multitasking abilities, be able to work independently, and exceptional attention to detail. You like a good challenge and have a sense of curiosity, where you find enjoyment and satisfaction in looking for creative solutions to the everyday excitement that this role brings.

What you will do:

• Review requisitions, initiate purchase orders according to specifications, and oversee order fulfillment cycle
• Respond to changes in demand, and resolve problems that arise (ie. shortages, delays)
• Review inventory quality and reconciliation of purchase orders against deliveries made
• Develop and maintain strategic relationships with critical and complex vendors. Own business relationship, periodic business review, escalation path for conflict
• Maintain accurate inventory metrics and associated reports for management
• Track and maintain records on procurement activity (ie. bill of materials, invoices, and contracts)
• Track lead time on purchase orders and developing delivery timetables to ensure all materials arrive at their destination together
• Represent OPS-Supplychain as SME in cross functional projects
• Coordinate shipment logistics with freight companies, warehouses, and customs brokers
• Identify opportunities to reduce costs, transportation time, and storage
• Source and evaluate new strategic/technical/complex suppliers. Represent and promote Semios to new suppliers
• Make recommendations for improvements on existing processes, identifies innovative solutions and leads improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with purchasing policies and facilitate communication between internal and external stakeholders
• Support optimization of purchasing processes through testing, documenting and implementation of ERP system improvements.
• Participate in inventory/financial audits
• Supply chain risk analysis and resolution

Requirements

We want you to succeed, so you will need:

• 5+ year global supply chain management, manufacturing preferred
• Extensive experience with cultivating critical supplier/vendor relationship
• Strong relationship management experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Strong attention to detail + organization skills
• Experience with international shipping, logistics and custom clearance
• Knowledge of BoM management, AVL, ACL
• Knowledge of Accounting/ERP system
• Prior experience with portfolio management (millions)

Nice to have:

• Sourcing speciality vendors (electronics, mechanical and chemical)
• Supply Chain Management Courses or Professional Certification
• Experience with shipping dangerous goods

Benefits

Why this is the opportunity for you:

• Sleep better knowing you\'re making the world a better place through more sustainable food production.
• Opportunity to contribute and make an impact by working on meaningful projects.
• Work with a team that values fun, laughter, and each other in collaborative and casual work environment
• Multiple office locations, convenient via transit and bike paths.
• Flexible hybrid working environment and hours

Semios welcomes all applicants regardless of race, gender, orientation, sexual identity, economic class, ability, disability, age, religious beliefs or disbeliefs, or status. We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish and we welcome everyone.

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