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Sales Accounting Support Specialist
Job Description:
Assist the sales accounting team with daily operations. Provide excellent customer service skills and basic knowledge of accounting procedures.
II. General Requirements:
A. High School Diploma/ GED required
B. 1-2 years of accounting experience preferred
C. Proficient in MS-Office, Excel, Outlook, working w/ attachments, Adobe Acrobat and thorough knowledge of the Internet
D. Excellent oral and written communication skills and an ability to effectively communicate with both external and internal contacts
E. Ability to handle/prioritize multiple tasks and focus in a fast-paced environment.
F. Must be dependable and self-motivated
G. Ability to finish task in timely manner – solid time management
H. Have knowledge of general office machines and telephone systems
I. Knowledge of Famous Software preferred
J. Able to work overtime and Saturdays if needed
III. Duties and Responsibilities:
A. Assist with online automated shipment notifications using various electronic platforms
B. Responsible for invoicing using online vendor portals
C. Distributing customer invoices through email and mailing
D. Preparing customer invoices
E. Responsible for calling and emailing customers inquiring about payment status
F. Inputting data using Famous software
G. Process incoming checks
H. Prepare PACA letters for new customers
I. Assist with trouble forms
J. Organize and research claim procedures for various companies
K. Other duties would include:
a. Filing
b. Order jacket organization
c. Re-stocking supplies
d. Assist with various projects with other sales team members
IV. Benefits
A. Medical, Dental and Vision
B. Paid Time Off
C. Basic and Supplemental Life and AD and D
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Marketing and Communications Specialist
POSITION SUMMARY:
This Marketing and Communications Specialist will help to further the mission and the message of Houston Food Bank while assisting with many creative aspects of the Marketing and Communications team. The Marketing and Communications Specialist’s duties will include graphic design for print and digital, and writing copy for various external communication materials and platforms.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Adhere to PACT values. (Purpose: Using our strengths passionately to contribute to our mission. Accountability: Choosing to rise above one’s circumstances and showing ownership to achieve results. See It. Own It. Solve It. Do It. Courage: Standing up for what’s right and acting. Transparency: Doing things openly and honestly.)
- Create eye-catching print and digital marketing materials from scratch or from templates as needed (banners, signage, wayfinding, advertisements, fliers, invitations, cards, promotional items, etc).
- Manage Houston Food Bank company store – both internal and external.
- Assist with getting high-quality and engaging photos of volunteers, events, donors, and food bank service recipients.
- Assist with writing content for marketing materials, social media, and the web.
- Assist with interviewing people with lived experiences utilizing ethical interviewing best practices.
- Write and produce full stories about people for org use while implementing the best nonprofit storytelling models for ethical and equitable storytelling.
- Administrative duties such as note-taking, materials ordering, invoice preparation, and budget tracking.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES (Yes/No):
- Yes
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in marketing, media studies, communications, journalism, or arts
- Minimum 2 years working in a similar role or field
Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations:
- N/A
Special Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
- Intermediate knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, Premiere)
- Intermediate knowledge of and experience with graphic design and design principles
- Introductory photography skills
- Excellent computer and technology skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Excellent time management and organizational skills
- Self-starter
- Creative thinker
- Ability to work independently
- Compassion and respect when dealing with others and high levels of empathy
- Familiarity with Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion communication and marketing principles
- Bilingual English/ Spanish a plus
COMPLIANCE:
Carries out responsibilities in accordance with HFB policies.
REASONING ABILITY:
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability needed. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. (For best performance, the jobholder in this position would be expected to show the right knowledge, skills, and abilities in the listed areas.)
COMPETENCIES:
▪Action-Oriented ▪Customer Focus ▪Drives for Results ▪Priority Setting
▪Managerial Courage ▪Interpersonal Savvy ▪Creativity ▪Standing Alone
▪Time Management ▪Decision Quality ▪Self-development ▪Patience
*Is legally able to work in the United States.
The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and essential job functions needed for this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, working conditions, qualifications, and skills that may be needed.
Houston Food Bank (HFB) is an equal employment opportunity employer. We consider individuals for employment or promotion according to their skills, abilities, and experience. We believe that it is an essential part of the Company's overall commitment to attract, hire and develop a strong, talented, and diverse workforce. HFB is committed to complying with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, physical, mental or developmental disability, sex (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), veteran status, military status, marital or registered domestic partnership status, medical condition (including cancer or genetic characteristics), genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, as well as any other category protected by federal, state or local laws.
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Perishable Sourcing Manager
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Perishable Sourcing Manager will assist the Houston Food Bank in our goals of being a “fresh forward” organization by ensuring HFB has a stable supply of donated perishable foods. This person will be responsible for building and managing relationships with local product donors specializing in (but not limited to) dairy, meat, grains, and bread to secure zero-cost donations. The Perishable Sourcing Manager will be expected to be a creative team player, who can both incorporate the existing HFB Stewardship model and offer insights, suggestions, and improvements. This person will be responsible for managing various grants designed to create more equitable local food systems & support locally disadvantaged producers. This is a remote-office position, with regular local travel (within surrounding counties), and occasional in-person meetings required.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Adhere to PACT values. (Purpose: Using our strengths passionately to contribute to our mission. Accountability: Choosing to rise above one’s circumstances and demonstrating ownership to achieve results. See It. Own It. Solve It. Do It. Courage: Standing up for what’s right and acting. Transparency: Doing things openly and honestly.)
- Secure perishable food donations in alignment with monthly goals/needs.
- Assist internally in the education and movement of fresh/perishable foods.
- Serve as Subject Matter Expert on supply chain of perishable products.
- Assist in forecasting food supply on a regular basis.
- Quick pivoting to manage competing priorities and new “emergencies”.
- Manage relationships with HFB grant recipient partners, ensuring they meet the deliverables of various Feeding America and Federal Grants supporting disadvantaged producers.
- Own all required reporting and data tracking for grants designed to support disadvantaged producers.
- Develop and implement strategic resourcing tactics to meet food solicitation goals; helps the team develop an annual strategic plan and prioritize solicitation efforts accordingly.
- Identify and recruit new donors within the industry from our service area; maintain relationships through donor relations program.
- Ability/willingness to participate in events outside the workday schedule/respond to emergencies by working beyond the workday schedule. Ability to travel as necessary.
- Thoroughly understand the Houston Food Bank, its mission and policies, culture, values, history, key stakeholders, and programs.
- Organize and manage multiple projects, setting priorities, and working independently under aggressive timelines with strong attention to accuracy and detail.
- Provide technical assistance to food bank staff and our partner agencies when needed.
- Collect, analyze, and report data on items within the industry and sourcing activities.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES (Yes/No):
- No
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree required, or higher degree preferred
- 3+ years’ experience in perishable food logistics, non-profit, food banking, or sales required
Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations:
- ServSafe Manager Certification preferred, will be required to complete certification within 6 months of hire
- Must have a valid driver’s license and functional vehicle
Special Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
- Bilingual strongly preferred
- Must have experience with managing, handling, shipping, and/or storing perishable foods
- Desire/ability to innovate and provide creative solutions
- Microsoft Office Suite, Google Suite, Salesforce, Asana, SharePoint
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills (both in person, via telephone, and by email communication)
- Ability to represent the Food Bank professionally under a variety of conditions
- Demonstrated ability to manage time efficiently and to work independently with minimum supervision while utilizing good judgment and discretion
- Must be able to lift 50 pounds
COMPLIANCE:
Carries out responsibilities in accordance with HFB policies.
REASONING ABILITY:
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability needed. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. (For best performance, the jobholder in this position would be expected to show the right knowledge, skills, and abilities in the listed areas.)
COMPETENCIES:
- Business Insight
- Instills Trust
- Drives Engagement
- Optimizes Work Processes
- Directs Work
- Composure
- Manages Ambiguity
- Communicates Effectively
- Organizational Savvy
- Decision Quality
- Manages Conflict
- Presentation Skills
*Is legally able to work in the United States.
The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and essential job functions required for this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, working conditions, qualifications, and skills that may be required.
Houston Food Bank (HFB) is an equal employment opportunity employer. We consider individuals for employment or promotion according to their skills, abilities, and experience. We believe that it is an essential part of the Company's overall commitment to attract, hire and develop a strong, talented, and diverse workforce. HFB is committed to complying with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, physical, mental or developmental disability, sex (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), veteran status, military status, marital or registered domestic partnership status, medical condition (including cancer or genetic characteristics), genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, as well as any other category protected by federal, state or local laws.
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Business Development Specialist
Apply Here: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/3112625298/
About the job
Our Story
With $1,000 in his pocket, Allen Lund made the brave decision to start his own transportation brokerage company. It was 1976, when Allen Lund Company formally opened the first office in Los Angeles. Now, we have 37 offices throughout the country and continue to grow!
We are always looking for exceptional people to join our fast paced, challenging, team-oriented work environment. Our culture fosters personal growth and commitment both in and out of the office. Our diverse work force is key in delivering outstanding customer service and our commitment to our industry are main components of our unmatched reputation. We hold true the value of hiring, developing and retaining the best employees in the industry. Our management provides an open and innovative environment that promotes professional and personal growth. This is why, one-half of our employees have been with ALC for over 10 years!
Why we’re Awesome!!
- Inclusive company culture
- Training and Development
- Competitive Compensation
- Unparalleled Benefits & Wellness (we mean really good)!
- 401k with a generous match
- Career Growth Opportunities
- Transfer Opportunities
- Share in Company ownership
- Employee Recognition program
- Uncapped/non-territory based commission opportunity plus Salary!
Are you experienced in non-asset based 3pl Sales? Want to sell and represent a national top 20 3pl/best in class company? We are looking for a Business Development Manager to join our team! The Business Development Manager will work with the sales force within a branch office. If this is you - let’s talk!
You will
- Contact new customers and draw on your unique skills, abilities and competencies to secure sale.
- Develop systems and processes for effective prospect identification, qualification and management.
- Sell and Close New shippers.
- Build a book of business.
- Carry out strategies through prospect contact, proposal development and presentation, effective follow-up and account management.
- Work with the transportation brokers to maximize the volume of loads from new customers through ongoing sales meetings and strategy sessions.
- Uphold the company standard following the company principles of Customer, Company, Office.
Skills and Experience
- 3 year minimum non-asset based 3pl sales experience
- Bachelor Degree Required
- Experience in Dry Van, Reefer, Flatbed ,and/or LTL freight
- Excellent verbal and written skills
- Effective at problem resolution
- Self-Motivated and driven with an eagerness to work as a team player
- Able to work independently but also in a team environment
- Computer & technology literate
- Ability to travel as needed for sales
Join us in making a difference! Allen Lund Company is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to diversity.
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Sales and Customer Service
Job description
Responsibilities & Duties:
- New business development: Initiate sales and focus on procuring new customers in food service, retail and wholesale with primary focus on year around contracts. Targeted research and cold calling.
- Constant follows up on leads and customer satisfaction.
- Maintain consistent communication with customers to keep them informed of product availability, market direction and quality.
- Manage inventory, market prices, quality and sales decisions.
- Manage day to day sales for retail, foodservice and wholesale accounts.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree in business, Marketing, Finances or similar.
- Passionate and energetic
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to negotiate and maintain customers satisfied year around
- Meet or exceed sales objectives
- Ability to work well under pressure
- Team player throughout constant challenges
- Willingness to travel
- Self-motivated with strong business ethics. Known for honesty and integrity.
- Excellent communications skills verbal and written. Proficient in MS Office.
- Established industry contacts (supplier/buyer) is a plus
- Ability to speak Spanish.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $12.00 - $16.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- On call
- Weekend availability
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus pay
Education:
- Bachelor's (Preferred)
Work Location: One location
Pleas Contact: Antonio Espinosa at antonio@fresco-produce.com or 956 720 0917
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Center Director
Job Description
Center Director - Texas A&M AgriLife Research and Extension Center at Weslaco
Weslaco Research and Extension Center
The Texas A&M AgriLife Research and Extension Center at Weslaco was established in 1923 in the Rio Grande Valley of Texas. The center serves the local community through scientific research, public outreach, extension, and education programs, and collaborates with other AgriLife Research and Extension Centers throughout the state. Center faculty and scientists address research needs related to subtropical agriculture and the environment. Research programs at Weslaco include plant breeding, genomics/molecular biology, biotechnology, entomology, pathology, physiology, agricultural engineering, and economics of several horticultural and commodity crops (e.g., vegetables, citrus, sugarcane, sorghum). The Weslaco AgriLife Research Center’s facilities include ~55,000 square feet of offices, labs, classrooms, auditorium, etc.; ~74,000 square feet of greenhouses, workshops, storerooms, sheds, etc.; and ~360 acres of cropland, including on-site cropland experimental fields.
Texas A&M AgriLife
With oversight by the Office of the Vice Chancellor, Texas A&M AgriLife, a member of the Texas A&M University System, includes: Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service, Texas A&M AgriLife Research, College of Agriculture & Life Sciences at Texas A&M University, Texas A&M Forest Service, and Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory.
Texas A&M AgriLife Research is the leading research and technology development agency in Texas for agriculture, natural resources, and the life sciences. Our discoveries yield economic, environmental, and health benefits that are key to our state’s success and vital to the lives of its citizens. With 13 Research and Extension Centers throughout the state, AgriLife Research is dedicated to research that improves the Texas economy and lives of local and state-wide stakeholders through research encompassing the Agriculture and Food Value Chain.
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service provides programs, tools and resources on a local and statewide level that teach people improved agriculture and food production, advanced health practices, environmental protection, economic and youth programs. Health and wellness programs focus on diabetes education, nutrition, exercise, food safety, child safety and injury prevention, and early cancer detection.
Administrative Relationship: This position reports to the Director of Texas A&M AgriLife Research.
Position Description: Texas A&M AgriLife Research seeks a full-time research-active and dynamic faculty member to serve as Center Director. This person will be responsible for administering and coordinating all aspects of the center as well as leading a robust, nationally recognized research program in agricultural sciences and food systems. This is a 12-month appointment and will be linked with a departmental affiliation within Texas A&M University that best fits the candidate’s background and interest.
This position is expected to provide visionary leadership for the center, recognizing and responding to dynamic research and public service needs regionally and statewide, and to serve as a catalyst for the design and implementation of innovative research projects. Additionally, the Center Director is responsible for: fostering productive partnerships and relationships with relevant organizations; recruiting and retaining highly qualified faculty and staff; promoting professional development among faculty and staff; facilitating the acquisition of external funding; and providing sound management of human, physical, and fiscal resources. Central to the success of this position is the ability to foster interdisciplinary research and collaborate on the subject matter with Department Heads, University central administration, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension, local/state/national government entities, civic and business leaders, and advisory and commodity groups.
Responsibilities:
- Develop a vision for the continued role of the Center and AgriLife Research in the dynamic environment of agriculture, food, and water science in Texas and elsewhere.
- Provide intellectual, philosophical, and strategic leadership to Center faculty and scientists, staff, and students to enhance research, extension, and teaching missions.
- Develop strategic responses to food and agriculture-related issues and opportunities, particularly in meeting the needs of the local food and agricultural industry.
- Develop and/or lead research teams to respond to internal and external research grant opportunities with the involvement of research faculty from AgriLife Research and AgriLife Extension, as well as other research institutions.
- Manage human and fiscal resources, including team building and leading a contract and grants program that elevates the Center’s efforts throughout AgriLife.
- Represent the Center to state and federal agencies, private organizations, partners, collaborators, key industry groups, and international organizations.
- Provide leadership for the coordination of efforts between research, teaching, and extension faculty to create an effective and synergistic working relationship.
- Liaison with the administration of AgriLife Research to plan initiatives, convey research and extension information, and pursue fundraising opportunities that will benefit the Center far into the future.
- Maintain communication with AgriLife Program Administration, College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Department Heads, AgriLife Extension leadership, and other Texas A&M University System components regarding issues affecting Texas A&M AgriLife or other system components.
- Develop collaborative administrative leadership approach between Center Director and District Extension Administrator for Research and Extension programs and operations for the Center.
Weslaco Center Qualifications
Required Education/Experience:
- A Ph.D. in one or more related fields such as horticulture, agronomy, plant physiology, breeding, water sciences, and/or environmental sustainability
- Be a well-recognized leader in agricultural sciences, with an excellent research background in a relevant field, as demonstrated by publications in peer-reviewed journals, grant funding, and stature appropriate for a full-time faculty appointment at the professor level
- Demonstrated ability to engage with stakeholder groups, identify critical issues, and act on those needs through research activities that bring resolution to problems
- Demonstrated success in building, supporting, and leading interdisciplinary programs and teams
- Experience in managing human and fiscal resources
Preferred Education/Experience:
- At least 10 years conducting competitively funded research
- Knowledge of the Land Grant System and a track record of using research and extension to solve problems and convey practical solutions to stakeholders
- Demonstrated experience navigating conflicting interests to achieve accepted practices among groups (e.g., stakeholders, trade associations, commodity groups, state and/or federal agencies, non-governmental organizations, etc.).
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Excellent English verbal, written, and electronic communication skills
- Strong writing, public speaking, and presentation skills
- Ability to communicate effectively with faculty, staff, administration, and stakeholders
- Ability to manage multi- and interdisciplinary teams
- Ability to utilize leadership skills to inspire Center employees, manage teams, and invest in the individual success of staff members
- Knowledge of a commitment to the mission of a Land Grant University is essential
- Knowledge of fundraising, where development ideas advance the goals of the Center
- Ability to coordinate with broad-based partners and stakeholders to address current and emerging agricultural, food, and water challenges statewide, nationally, and internationally
Location:
Texas A&M AgriLife Research and Extension Center, 2415 East Hwy 83, Weslaco, TX 78596
Applications Instructions
An application should contain:
- A cover letter,
- A statement of research for the position (2-page limit),
- A statement of administrative vision for the position (2-page limit),
- A statement of diversity and inclusion for the position (1-page limit),
- A current resume or curriculum vitae, and Contact information for three references
Review of applications will begin December 1, 2022 and will continue until the position is filled.
Questions
Address inquiries to Search Committee Chair:
Daniel I. Leskovar, Ph.D.
Professor & Center Director at Uvalde and Dallas Research & Extension Centers
E-mail: d-leskovar@tamu.edu
Work: 830-988-6124
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer committed to diversity.
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Sales Assistant
Job Description:
We are a fifth generation, vertically integrated, family owned and operated grower, packer, and shipper of premium tree fruit. We are known as an industry leader in the production of Asian Apple Pears, white flesh peaches, nectarines, plums and pluots. Our mission is to consistently provide our customers with the sweetest, most flavorful fruit that exceeds their quality and value expectations year-round.
We now have an immediate opening for a Sales Assistant to join our team in Kingsburg, CA. This is an excellent opportunity to get into the Produce industry.
The primary function of the Sales Assistant is to support Sales Representatives in the daily execution of business by creating and processing orders, organizing resources, assisting in making deadlines, and acting as a liaison between sales and customers.
Duties include:
- Processing and inputting orders using Famous software, and filling orders using various online portals including; iTrade, FoodLink, SPS Commerce, Retail link, etc.
- Assisting in organizing freight and transportation for shipments
- Compiling and sending support documents to customers
- Creating, formatting and updating multiple sales reports in FaceFoward and Excel.
- Thorough and consistent tracking of new and changing commodities to assist in fulfilling orders efficiently and effectively
- Multi-tasking various projects, deadlines and reports
- Be prepared to assist with the design and organization of marketing materials and PowerPoint presentations for sales meetings
- Backup in assisting customers when sales reps are unavailable
- Copy, scan and file orders and other documents
- Prepare fruit samples for customers using FedEx shipments
- Review samples in cold storage to assist sales reps in determining quality.
- Follow up with customers and transportation carriers on trouble files, order inquiries, and accounts receivables.
- Work strategically with sales rep to develop and grow new and existing customers.
General Requirements:
- High School Diploma/ GED required
- 1-2 years of experience as administrative assistant preferred
- Advanced proficiency in MS Office and Outlook, working w/ attachments, Adobe Acrobat, and thorough knowledge of the Internet
- Excellent oral and written communication skills and an ability to effectively communicate with both external and internal contacts
- Ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with customers and peers
- Ability to handle/prioritize multiple tasks and focus in a fast-paced environment.
- Must be dependable and self-motivated
- Ability to finish task in timely manner – solid time management
- Ability to take direction
- Have knowledge of general office machines and telephone systems
- Knowledge of Famous software preferred
- Able to work overtime hours and Saturdays when needed
In return, we offer:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Basic and supplemental Life and AD&D
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AR/AP Specialist
Full Job Description
The Accounts Payable/Accounts Receivable Specialist performs a variety of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and/or other related data input/posting/maintenance/processing into financial accounts, related systems, and other informational databases. This position reviews information to input and determines correct procedures. Inputs data, audits for accuracy, responds to and research questions and resolves issues as needed.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Accounts Receivable/ Customer Accounting: Assist in promptly collecting outstanding accounts receivable balances. Process all short payments. Generate customer billings. Review and generate customer Aging Reports. Responsible for various accounts receivable functions which require research and reconciliation. Resolve past-due invoices and customer claims on a timely basis, including proactive identification of account issues. Identify root causes of complex payment issues and trends.
• Accounts Payable: Processes bills, invoices, purchase orders, and other accounts payables information into the general ledger system, according to Company Policies. Review and reconcile vendor invoices for appropriate documentation. Enters data into financial system from source documents. Verifies data entered by means of sight verification and system edit procedures.
• Customer relationship management (both internal and external)
• Coordinates special projects and assignments, including inventory, actuarial reports, etc.
• Assist organization as needed with other activities, as assigned by Director and CFO.
• Strong problem‐solving skills and work ethic.
• Attention to detail is an essential.
• Information management, general computer, and basic Microsoft Office skills
• Good communication skills and the ability to work well with people are essential.
• Proficient in QuickBooks and spreadsheet applications (e.g., Excel) is required.
• Regular use of the telephone and e‐mail for communication is essential.
• Must be able to understand and utilize common financial systems and reports.
• Reconcile purchase orders to vendor invoices.
• Responsible for invoicing customers.
• Prepare monthly Sales/Rejections analysis reports to be distributed to upper management
• Set up new customers, including reference checks through D&B, obtaining approval limits and new customer documentation.
• Monitoring A/R Aging weekly.
• Identify accounts that have been short paid or delinquent and work to collect payments.
• Assists Sales Department and customers by answering questions related to accounts, procedures, and services.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
• Detail-oriented is a Must. As well as excellent note leaving skills on all tasks performed.
• Effective analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Possess highest standards of accuracy and attention to detail in a dynamic, multitasking environment.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationship with co-workers, management and the general public.
• Capacity to work with limited supervision, independently, and as a team member.
• Self-motivation and initiative to improve processes, resolve uncertainties and drive results.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including written and verbal communication with all levels of organization.
• Outstanding work ethic and ability to identify opportunities, prioritize and achieve.
• Experience in a highly confidential working environment and exercising discretion.
• Exceptional organizational skills.
• Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
• Attention to detail, thoroughness, organizational skills, analyzing information
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, especially with Excel
• Proficient with QuickBooks
• Ability to learn new systems quickly
• Data entry skills
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• 3 to 5 years related accounting experience
• Proficient with Microsoft Office
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
• Simple IRA
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vacation
• Vision insurance
Please send resume to: anna.tasteoftexas@gmail.com
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Sales Coordinator
Job Description:
Lawton Family Farms is seeking a Sales Coordinator.
As the Sales Coordinator you will work with account managers and other members of the distribution team to maintain the highest level of service to our customers. You will receive customer purchase orders, as well as create supplier purchase orders and coordinate with logistics and warehouse personnel to ensure delivery within lead times from customers.
Job Description:
- Assist in the day-to-day sales order processing tasks ensuring that all orders are properly entered into the sales system
- Answer incoming calls to the sales department and route them to the correct sales representative
- Review sales orders in the system checking them for accuracy
- Interface with the company’s finance and accounting departments as required to reconcile issues related to customer or vendor invoicing
- Assist designated Account Manager with managing transportation logistics for customers that require delivered terms of sale
- Receive orders from customer and create purchase orders and prepare invoices
- Follow up on customer and supplier inquiries and monitor delivery information
- Work closely with logistics provider regarding deliveries of scheduled shipments
- Handle the needs of customers, shippers, and sales account managers
Requirements:
- Associate or Bachelor’s degree in agriculture, business, or accounting
- Prior experience in the produce industry
- Effective communication and customer service skills
- Problem solving and analytical skills
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Sales and Business Development
Job Description:
West Pak Avocado is looking for an energetic, sales minded, go-getter to develop new and existing business who has a strong passion for the fresh produce industry, produce sales, market share growth, and company profitability.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
The Sales and Business Development Representative will identify leads, research, and develop them and move them along the sales cycle toward a closing with a focus in retail, wholesale, and food service segments.
- Responsible for the sales, service, retention, and growth of customers.
- Manages customer price and volume quotes within the outlined parameters, including daily market quotes, short term advance quotes, Ad and Lid quotes, and contract program quotes. Must hold customers accountable for price, volume, and date range commitments.
- Performs customer demand forecasting by completing a rolling 5-week advance forecast for all customers with a weekly purchase frequency. Reviews forecast accuracy report weekly to improve performance and meets/exceeds expectations of management.
- Manages customers credit limits and accounts payables and assists the credit and collections specialist and VP sales and business development with customers credit limits, account payables, and short pays.
- Participates in monitoring aging product inventory and proactively engages with the planning and sales teams in selling aging and distressed products from all West Pak DC locations.
- Runs and reviews customer sales and price performance reports using the Microsoft PowerBI sales reporting database.
- Demonstrates the use of data to assist in making informed decisions and driving the business to meet company, sales team, and salesperson objectives.
- Organized and effective prospecting that leads to successful development, onboarding, and growth of new customers in the U.S.
- Identifies and qualifies prospective new customers in accordance with sales management parameters including purchase volume and frequency, pricing format & frequency, product mix that fits our size/grade curve needs, country of origin preferences, geographic location/s, value added services, financial/payment performance, and accessibility/communication ease.
- Creates effective methods of new customer development, retention and growth.
- Business travel for customer meetings, industry trade shows, and events.
- Prepares and executes quarterly and annual business reviews for the Sales Management Team.
- Consistently works towards the successful completion of annual bonus goal and development goal objectives.
- Active participation and contributions during daily sales team meetings.
- Collaboration with marketing team and sales analyst for customer presentations, business reviews, and joint-marketing promotions.
- Collaboration with avocado industry marketing associations.
Education & Experience:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Economics, or a related field
- Minimum 4 years of experience in fresh produce sales with a current customer base
- Experience and understanding of the U.S. retail fresh produce sector
Skills:
- Bilingual Spanish and English preferred but not required
- A strong desire to win and beat the competition
- Strong negotiation skills
- Positive attitude
- Team player
- Outgoing personality
- A commitment to providing excellent customer service
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage customers on a consistent basis
- A strong sense of responsibility to act with integrity, lead by example, and promote the company in a positive and professional manner
- Competency in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, and Outlook. Experience with programs such as Microsoft PowerBI, iTrade. Famous ERP, and Oracle Sales Cloud CRM is a plus
- Competency with LinkedIn and Instagram for customer networking, relationship management and promotion of company to targeted audience
- A proven track record of growth with current customer base and successful new customer development and retention
Benefits/ Incentives/ Perks:
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
- Company Paid Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Company Paid Long-Term Care
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- Voluntary Life & Accidental Death / Dismemberment Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts-Health Care and Dependent Care
- Retirement Savings Plan 401(k)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid Time Off
- Holiday Pay
Incentives:
- Profit Sharing
- Bonus Potential
- Employee Development Training
- Safety Rewards
Perks:
- Discounts to local theme parks & events
- Farm Bureau Membership Discounts
- Monthly Company Events (birthdays, anniversaries, & raffles)
- Free Avocado Fridays
- West Pak Pride Fridays
- West Pak Cares - On-site Wellness Events & Community Outreach
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Executive Director
Location: Texas, Remote. Location is flexible
FLSA: EXEMPT
ACCOUNTABLE TO: Board of Directors
THE COLLABORATIVE FOR FRESH PRODUCE
The Collaborative for Fresh Produce (CFP) is a nonprofit organization that sources and distributes surplus
produce to those in need through partnerships with growers and food banks. CFP was founded by
Feeding Texas, the state association of food banks, and is one of eight Regional Produce Collaboratives
(RPC) supported by Feeding America, the nation’s network of food banks. CFP works closely with other
collaboratives and food bank staff across the Southwest to source donations of surplus produce and then
manages the logistics of getting it to food banks in shipments that are the right size and mix for each
individual community.
CFP is overseen by a Board of Directors responsible for ensuring it fulfills its mission and meets its
performance targets. CFP’s goal is to increase the amount of high-quality, high-variety produce to feed
people experiencing hunger.
CFP has six remote team members and an annual budget of $15 million. CFP contracts with Feeding
Texas for financial and accounting services.
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Executive Director manages the operations of the Collaborative for Fresh Produce under the
direction of its Board of Directors. The Executive Director is responsible for strategic planning;
developing and managing an annual budget with the support of the Feeding Texas accounting team;
building and supervising a high-performing team; ensuring effective collaboration and coordination
with external partners, including food bank customers and other Feeding America regional produce
collaboratives; and cultivating relationships with donors and other partners for mutual benefit.
You are the perfect candidate if you are a strong manager with significant operations and business
development experience, strong communication skills and personal integrity, adept at developing and
nurturing trust-based relationships, and a passion for the CFP mission. Strong analytical skills and the
ability to make data-driven decisions are imperative. We want someone entrepreneurial, action-
oriented, flexible in your approach to problem-solving, and able to deal with ambiguity. This is the
perfect position for someone who wants to work in a changing environment and support program
growth. Ability to manage a remote team, knowledge of the produce industry, and desire to travel are
required; experience in food banking is a plus.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Leadership and Strategy Development
● Under the direction of the Board of Directors set organizational goals and develop strategies,
policies and protocols to meet those targets and advance organizational mission.
● Develop initiatives to strengthen performance and solve organizational challenges.
● Establish metrics and use data-driven program evaluation to measure progress toward overall
organizational goals and metrics and continuously evaluate these metrics to the Board of Directors
and food bank customers for improved outcomes.
Staff Management
● Manage the overall day to day operations, staff, and resources of the organization.
● Take initiative to expand the skills, knowledge and diversity of CFP staff. Ensure expectations for
position responsibilities are clear and performance is regularly assessed.
● Optimize performance by regularly assessing and ensuring optimal organization of team members
and workflows.
External and Board Relations
● Promote a strong, effective and collegial relationship with all members of the CFP Board of Directors.
● Meet regularly with the Chair of the Board, advising regarding operations, finances, and external
relations.
● Ensure effective collaboration and transparent communication with Feeding America regional
produce staff, other regional produce coops, and food bank customers.
● In coordination with other regional produce coops, state associations, and Feeding America
regional engagement managers, align and integrate CFP goals and strategies with regional and
national agricultural sourcing strategies in compliance with the member contract.
Financial Management
● Monitor the financial status of the organization, including execution of long and short-range
financial plans.
● Ensure financial performance, measurement, and compliance.
● Oversee the annual budgeting process and assure adequate risk management strategies and
financial reporting relationships are in place.
● Establish operational as well as financial metrics to more effectively track efficiencies and progress
against strategic and tactical goals.
QUALIFICATIONS
A. Desired Attributes
● Critical Thinker – Asks pertinent questions while working with a high degree of ambiguity.
Competent in identifying new systematic solutions. Listens carefully, solicits and incorporates
feedback from others. Suspends judgment until all facts have been gathered and considered.
● Metrics Driven – Drives focus and strategy for optimizing program budget, resulting in reports
that illustrate the program’s current state and opportunities to key stakeholders.
● Integrity – Exhibits honesty and truthfulness when interacting with coworkers, customers, and
stakeholders. Displays high ethical standards and provides clear expectations of team to support
the same.
● Accountable – Sets clearly defined goals and measures results against communicated goals.
Overcomes resistance by utilizing skilled change management techniques. Highly self-motivated
and drives expected level of motivation.
● Business Acumen – “Financial literacy” as demonstrated by having successfully created and
managed budgets, presented financial statements, and made necessary expense adjustments to
meet budgetary goals
B. Education, Experience, and Training
● Degree in a related field
● 5-7 years management experience with a minimum of 5 years’ experience in food distribution
or supply chain operations. Non-profit experience is a plus.
● Food bank experience preferred
C. Knowledge and Skills
● Advanced data analytics, organization and management skills
● Understanding of nonprofit and food industry workings and culture
● Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively and effectively with individuals
of diverse backgrounds
● Strong computer skills, including Outlook, Word and Excel, and working knowledge of current
industry warehousing, distribution and logistics software
● Attention to detail and accuracy
● Ability to work in high volume, time critical processing environment
● Ability to work individually and as part of a team
● Positive, professional oral and written communication skills
● Good organizational and time management skills
● Ability to work at a detailed level to further vision and strategic goals
● Commitment to CFP mission
D. Travel
● Ability and willingness to travel up to 25% of time on job
COMPENSATION
Salary range is $120,000 to $150,000 based on years of experience and qualifications. Competitive
benefits package.
APPLICATION
To apply for the position, please send a cover letter and resume to jobs@feedingtexas.org. Applications
only accepted via email.
CFP is an equal opportunity employer.
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Chief Financial Officer
FLSA: Exempt
Accountable To: Chief Executive Officer
Organization Overview
Feeding Texas is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that supports a statewide network of food banks. Our mission is to lead a unified effort for a hunger-free Texas. We work collaboratively to ensure adequate nutritious food for our communities, improve the health and financial stability of the people we serve, and engage all stakeholders in advocating for hunger solutions.
Job Summary
The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) has primary responsibility for all aspects of Feeding Texas’ financial planning and reporting, strategic management of accounting and financial programs, and oversight of employee benefits and information technology resources. This position will provide leadership and coordination in the administrative, business planning, accounting, and budgeting efforts for the organization. Reporting to the CEO and serving as a member of the Leadership Team, this position provides leadership for all aspects of the organization’s financial functions.
Essential Functions
Financial
- Ensures that the annual audit is completed in a timely manner and without findings.
- Manages the fiscal budgeting process to prepare a budget that meets the strategic goals of Feeding Texas.
- Provides monthly financial statements and budget reports for program management, assisting staff in understanding and using their budgets.
- Serves as staff liaison for the quarterly meetings of the Finance Committee and Audit Committee.
- Manages the Finance Department, including the supervision of two accountants. Ensures that:
- Financial and accounting systems are operating in accordance with accounting standards.
- Feeding Texas is financially solvent.
- Financial systems and controls are adequate to protect the assets and reputation of the organization.
- Oversees the financial management of the Collaborative for Fresh Produce (CFP), which provides
produce sourcing and logistics services to the food banks. - Monitors bank activity daily for any ACH positive pay decisions.
Ensures that all previous month purchase orders are closed in time to meet the grantor billing deadline. - Communicates month-end close schedule with accountants.
- Communicates monthly credit card activity and sets deadlines for staff to complete their expense reports.
- Ensures that staff complete their timesheets and expense reports in a timely and accurate manner to meet month-end close deadlines.
- Records monthly cost allocations: compensation, occupancy, and overhead.
- Processes releases of restricted net assets.
- Manages grantor contracts and reimbursement requests and maintains comprehensive files of all
paperwork to support billings and other recordkeeping required in the grants and contracts. - Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal authorities.
Develops, maintains and monitors all accounting systems and procedures for the recording of all revenue transactions, recommending and implementing improvements to systems. - Develops, maintains and directs systems for purchasing and paying for goods and services, utilizing
standard business practices, approving bills set up for payment, as well as benefits and cell phone billings. - Files IRS Form 1099.
- Maintains all records, in accordance with generally accepted accounting procedures, as required or
needed by the organization. - Reconciles general ledger asset, liability, and select revenue and expense accounts monthly.
- Maintains fixed asset and depreciation records of the organization.
- Follow up on overdue accounts receivable each month.
- Improves the operational systems, processes, and policies in support of Feeding Texas’ mission.
Information Technology
- Ensures that information technology infrastructure is adequate to meet the needs of the organization.
- Assesses and plans for technology needs (hardware, software, network and internet, phone system and intranet).
- Engages information technology experts to assist Feeding Texas in meeting its goals.
Risk Management
- Oversees insurance policies.
- Engages insurance brokerage experts to provide the right insurance coverage.
- Resets workers compensation rates annually and works with workers comp auditor.
Human Resources
- Processes payroll.
- Maintains employee files.
- Submits required tax filings.
- Manages employee benefits plans, including the annual open enrollment for health insurance, remittance of retirement contributions, and dependent care flexible spending account.
- Provides retirement plan auditors with required information.
- Engages employee benefits expert to ensure the best available benefits.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance from a college or university accredited by an organization recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) required.
- Current and valid CPA required.
- 10 years of progressive, full-time, wage-earning experience in financial management, non-profit accounting experience preferred. Five years’ Controller experience or five years’ experience or experience with Big-4 public accounting firm required.
- Experience in distribution industry with inventory experience preferred.
Skills and Attributes
- Demonstrated knowledge in financial management, government grants management, risk management, and planning and forecasting.
- Strong analytical and organizational skills.
- Demonstrated proficiency in various modular based Accounting Software. (NetSuite, Quickbooks, MIP, Sage, Great Plains, etc.).
- Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills, in particular the ability to understand and organize detailed information and to write about or talk extemporaneously on that information.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision to achieve deadlines.
- Strong ethical character, good judgment, and discretion. Capable of handling confidential and financial information.
- Ability to juggle multiple projects with attention to detail and accuracy while adhering to deadlines in a high-energy, fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work effectively with other food bank and Feeding America financial staff.
- Deep commitment to organization’s mission to end hunger.
Applicants should be committed to social and racial justice, with a belief that improving outcomes for all Texans – regardless of their race, place, or class – requires intersectional solutions that correct injustices and promote equity.
Compensation
The salary for this position is $130,000. Feeding Texas offers a competitive benefits package. We strive to provide non-cash benefits that encourage a work-life balance and promote the physical, mental, and financial health of our employees and their families.
Location
Feeding Texas operates in a virtual work environment. We provide the necessary technology, equipment, and other supports to ensure a comfortable and conducive home working environment for employees. All staff must be residents of the State of Texas within 30 days of their start date.
Travel: 5-10% within the state of Texas, 5% outside the state
To Apply
Please upload your resume and complete a brief questionnaire here. The form will close at 11:59 PM on Saturday, October 15th. Start date is as soon as possible.
Feeding Texas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourages people with lived experiences of hunger and members of traditionally underrepresented communities to apply, including people of color, LGBTQ identified people, gender-nonconforming people, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and people who speak a language in addition to English.
Job Features
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Development Manager
FLSA: Exempt
Accountable To: Director of Communications
Organization Overview
Feeding Texas is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that supports a statewide network of food banks. Our mission is to lead a unified effort for a hunger-free Texas. We work collaboratively to ensure adequate nutritious food for our communities, improve the health and financial stability of the people we serve, and engage all stakeholders in advocating for hunger solutions to advance our mission.
Position Summary
The Development Manager is a member of the Feeding Texas Communications team with primary responsibility for managing all fundraising and development activities. The Development Manager will work with the CEO to solicit philanthropic support from individuals, corporations, and foundations and implement individual, cause marketing, and planned giving campaigns to meet the annual and long-range fundraising goals of the organization.
Essential Functions
Strategy and Planning
- Work with the CEO, CFO, and team leads to establish annual fundraising goals for a balanced budget.
- Work with the CEO and Communications Director to identify strategic funding and partnership opportunities.
- Work closely with the Communications Director to develop mission-aligned fund development strategies to attract support from individual, foundation, and corporate donors.
- Establish strong relationships and open communication with development staff at member food banks to foster transparency and to share and expand network funding opportunities.
Research funding sources and trends to help position the organization ahead of major funding changes or trends.
Development and Fundraising
- Develop and implement targeted individual, cause marketing, and seasonal giving campaigns.
- Record donations, track, and acknowledge donations through Every Action, Feeding Texas’ CRM.
- Work with the Communications Director to ensure consistent external messaging in donor communications and deliverables, including recognition of donors via digital media channels.
- Research and identify new grant opportunities, support subject matter experts in proposal writing, track all private grants in the CRM, and ensure all grant reporting deadlines and deliverables are met.
- Monitor and report regularly on the progress of the development program, including identifying opportunities to cultivate deeper ties and generate major gifts from new donors.
All Feeding Texas staff are expected to develop an anti-racist knowledge base and awareness of racial equity and racial justice strategies, participate in regular anti-racist trainings, and contribute to the development and integration of a racial justice framework at Feeding Texas.
Qualifications
- Experience in nonprofit fundraising, mission-driven marketing, development, or a related field
- Demonstrated track record in managing individual and corporate giving campaigns
- Demonstrated capacity to cultivate relationships with donors
- Strong ability to connect with people
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Persuasive storyteller committed to truthfulness and authenticity
- Strong organizational and time management skills with demonstrated ability to work independently in a virtual, fast-paced environment with multifaceted demands
- Excellent attention to detail and follow-through
- Experience using a CRM to record and track donations and engage donors; experience with Every Action is a plus
- Committed to organizational mission of ending hunger
Applicants should also be committed to social and racial justice, with a belief that improving outcomes for all Texans – regardless of their race, place, or class – requires intersectional solutions that correct injustices and promote equity.
Compensation
The salary for this position is $62,400. Feeding Texas offers a competitive benefits package. We strive to provide non-cash benefits that encourage a work-life balance and promote the physical, mental, and financial health of our employees and their families.
Location
Feeding Texas operates in a virtual work environment. We provide the necessary technology, equipment, and other supports to ensure a comfortable and conducive home working environment for employees. All staff must be residents of the State of Texas within 30 days of their start date.
To Apply
Please upload your resume and complete a brief questionnaire here. The form will close at 11:59PM CST on October 15. We expect to have a candidate selected by mid-November with a preferred start date of early December.
Feeding Texas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourages people with lived experiences of hunger and members of traditionally underrepresented communities to apply, including people of color, LGBTQ identified people, gender-nonconforming people, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and people who speak a language in addition to English.
Job Features
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Production Supervisor
Job Description: The production supervisor is responsible for the planning, scheduling, and directing the work efforts of the production operations of the Just Cut Division (Freshpoint Paragon) in an effort to meet and/or exceed, productivity, safety, quality, delivery, and cost goals, and ensure the department operates according to established company policies and procedures.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Direct, coordinate and monitor the daily activities and performance of production direct and indirect associates to assure delivery of high productivity, quality, customer service and compliance of standard company policies, procedures, and safety.
- Direct, coordinate and monitor daily activities and performance of the material handling area for both direct and indirect labor.
- Manage employee performance through motivation, delegation, development, mentoring and resolving conflict.
- Take corrective action as necessary on a timely basis and following company policy.
- Conduct regular department or pre-shift meetings to foster employee engagement, communicate any changes to company policies and procedures, address employee concerns, foster idea-sharing and suggestions for improvement.
- Participate in staff selection, performance and compensation evaluations, corrective action, and terminations, as necessary.
- Evaluate and interpret business demand, prioritize, and distribute daily work assignments.
- Establish line assignment and staffing depending on the line priority list.
- Determine and monitor workstation assignments/rotation, associate breaks and required overtime.
- Meet production goals, quality, and cost objectives.
- Monitor and maintain inventory levels in the material handling and production areas by using a warehouse management system (WMS).
- Review and record all production documentation.
- Participate in the implementation and roll-out of lean principles using 5S, Kaizen, and Kanban methods and tools.
- Provide and maintain a safe work environment by directing safety training, generating, and reviewing standard operating procedures (SOP).
- Coordinate efforts with the safety department to aid in training, conducting associate observations, updating preferred work methods, conducting accident investigations to determine root causes and routine safety inspections.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
- High school diploma, general education degree (GED), or equivalent degree; or equivalent combination of education and related experience.
Experience
- 3-5 years of manufacturing experience.
- Experience with commercial /industrial food processing equipment required.
- Experience working with Produce is strongly preferred.
Professional Skills
- Excellent communication (verbal and written) skills are necessary to perform at a high degree of proficiency.
- Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or government regulations.
- Write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
- Effectively present information and instructions and respond to questions from management and inter-department staff.
- Capable of working with peers and associates from other departments proactively and constructively.
- Ability to successfully engage and lead individual and team discussions and meetings.
- Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide into all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
- Provide effective training to department staff in areas such as standard operating procedures (SOP), safety, conduct, etc.
- Apply all relevant policies in a consistent, timely and objective manner.
- Prioritize and manage multiple priorities/deadlines and shift priorities as necessary.
- Capable of working with peers and associates from other departments proactively and constructively.
- Identifies and resolves problems promptly.
- Gathers and analyzes information skillfully.
- Develops alternative solutions including immediate corrective actions and preventative measures.
- Displays willingness to make decisions.
- Analyze situations in a critical manner presenting proactive ways rather than reactive solutions.
- Tactfully approaches others.
- Proficient use of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
- Ability to learn and apply guest supply technology software and programs (i.e., Warehouse Management System).
Physical Demand
The physical, mental, and environmental conditions in which the work is performed. The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.
- Regularly required to sit, stand, walk and use hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse and other equipment, and telephone to talk and hear.
- Ambient working temperature ranges from 32 to 40 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Frequently required to reach with hands and arms and climb or balance.
- Occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl and lift up to 50 pounds.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment
The environmental conditions in which the work is performed. The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.
- Primarily work in a manufacturing and warehouse environment and will be exposed to constant wet and/or humid conditions, cold ambient temperature, moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and outside weather conditions.
- The noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud and the environment fast-paced.
- May be required to use a scanner, power hand jack, manual hand jack, stacker and forklift.
- Must wear the designated personnel protective equipment (PPE) for the area and functions being performed.
- Travel may be required to visit other office locations or attend company events, staff meetings or training sessions.
- May be required to utilize personal vehicles for business travel that may result in long periods of sitting.
- Must possess a valid state Driver’s License and provide proof of liability coverage meeting Company standards.
- This position may require evening, weekend or other shift work depending on business needs.
Job Features
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Human Resources & Compliance Manager
Job Description:
Do you have experience in the produce industry and are looking to make a positive impact in a growing company?
We are looking for a Human Resources & Compliance Manager who can manage our employee recruitment, retention, and training programs.
In this role you'll have the freedom to interact with employees and directly impact their workplace experience by expanding existing training programs, creating positive working teams, and maintaining a positive safety culture.
You'll also assist in managing our food safety compliance documentation and annual recertifications. The right person is someone who is committed to working with our team and is a great communicator at all levels. We need someone versed in human resources management, benefits administration and with experience in document management.
This person preferably has:
- Bachelor’s degree Business Administration, HR, or similar
- Minimum 1-2 years in Human Resource experience
- Has (or willing to obtain) SHRM-CP
- Experience with PrimusGFS or Global GAP audits
Job Features
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