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MountainKing, one of the nation’s largest producers of fresh, high-valued potatoes, is looking for an energetic, entry-level sales representative to build upon the company’s long-standing relationships with the nation’s top retail grocers. The position is ideal for a recent college graduate looking for a career launching point where you’ll learn and grow in a stable industry.

Job Description:
In this role, you will work alongside our vice president of sales and marketing as you gain insight into market research, innovative marketing strategies and effective retail promotions. Ultimately, you’ll carry out selling strategies as you foster new relationships for the company.

The ideal candidate should be a creative, self-driven problem solver and an out-of-the-box thinker with exceptional written and verbal skills. A basic understanding of P&L statements is preferred.

Benefits include a hybrid work schedule, major medical and dental, professional development, company-matched 401K and an attractive bonus and commission plan on top of a competitive salary.

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Job Description: 

The Associate Category Specialist is an entry level position learning the fundamentals of the fresh produce industry and developing relationships with growers to improve the supply chain as you execute the daily operations for Dry Veg. You will have the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment, interacting daily with growers, shippers and internal sales teams to communicate critical market intelligence. We are looking for someone who is a strong team player who thrives in a collaborative environment and has the ability to nurture and grow relationships.

LOCATION

On site at our CHR Sunrise, FL office. Our hybrid work model of 3 days/week in office and 2 days/week remote gives you the flexibility and choice so you can create a career that enhances your life.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serve as the subject matter expert in Dry Veg including product specifications and order patterns
• Communicate with suppliers daily to understand quality, yields, pricing, and production
• Enable confident sales and growth by proactively sharing commodity and market information to commercial team
• Support transactional, promotional, and contract pricing recommendations
• Use expertise to help generate sales and enhance customer experience
• Improve grower and supplier performance using data driven insights
• Align the right supply to the right customers and communicate packing instructions to suppliers

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Ability to travel up to 5% (domestically)

Preferred:

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite of programs
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
• Excellent relationship building skills with customers, growers, and internal teams
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Able to negotiate effectively with suppliers
• Desire to contribute, learn, and grow professionally
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to make data-driven decisions
• Ability to work under pressure and in a fast-paced environment, sometimes out of normal business hours
• Attention to detail with high standards for work and a customer service mindset
• Values a diverse and inclusive work environment

Disclaimer:

• This job description is intended to generally describe the nature and level of work to be performed by employees in this position.  It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and skills required of employees performing this role.

Questioning if you meet the mark? Studies have shown that women and people of color may be less likely to apply unless they match the job description exactly. Here at C.H. Robinson, we’re building a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel they belong. If this position excites you, we welcome you to apply whether you check all the preferred qualifications or just a few. You may just be our next great fit!

Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer
C.H. Robinson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We believe in equality for all and celebrate the diversity of our employees, customers and communities. We believe this increases creativity and innovation, drives business growth and enables engaged and thriving teams.  We’re committed to providing an inclusive environment, free from harassment and discrimination, where all employees feel welcomed, valued and respected.

Affirmative Action Employer/EOE/M/F/Disabled/Veteran 

Benefits

Your Health, Wealth and Self

Your total wellbeing is the foundation of our business, and our benefits support your financial, family and personal goals. We provide the top-tier benefits that matter to you most, including:

• Two medical plans (including a High Deductible Health Plan)
• Prescription drug coverage
• Enhanced Fertility benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Account (including employer contribution)
• Dental and Vision
• Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Paid and floating holidays
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Paid parental leave
• Paid time off to volunteer in your community
• Charitable Giving Match Program
• 401(k) with 6% company matching
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Plus a broad range of career development, networking, and team-building opportunities

Dig in to our full list of benefits on OUR CULTURE(link is external) page.

Why Do You Belong at C.H. Robinson?

Standing out among the world’s largest logistics platforms, C.H. Robinson solves logistics problems for companies across the globe and across industries, from the simple to the most complex. For 100+ years, our global suite of services has innovated trade to seamlessly deliver the products and goods that drive the world’s economy. With 20 million shipments annually for 100,000 customers, and millions of dollars contributed to support causes that matter to us, our people and technology literally move the world.

As a FORTUNE 200 company, FORTUNE has also named C.H. Robinson one of the World’s Most Admired Companies 2022. Headquartered in Eden Prairie, Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized as one of LinkedIn’s Top Companies in Minneapolis-St. Paul 2021. And we’re not stopping there… Join us as we collaborate, innovate, and work as one global team to make life better and more sustainable for our customers, communities, and world.

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Job Description: 

This is an in-person, on-site role based in Crum Lynne, PA. Bi-lingual, bi-literate Spanish/English is required.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS/DUTIES OF THE POSITION

Coordinate, implement, audit, and approve FSQA programs for Dole Diversified North America suppliers. Perform audits, generate reports, and follow up as required, for all sourcing locations and growers/suppliers. Conduct initial qualification of growers/suppliers, working collaboratively with both internal and external FSQA teams. Analyze and make recommendations for further improvements, including leveraging new technology, to mitigate hazards in all aspects of the business. Assess internal and external program compliance against both regulatory requirements and Dole standards/expectations.  Assist in development or expansion of training materials, as appropriate, for internal and external business partners. Ensure compliance with applicable elements of FSMA. Engage in process innovation activities.

• Ensure all Dole FSQA programs and procedures are being implemented correctly.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of all SOPs, program materials and documents and support governance objectives to ensure documents remain up to date with the latest science and relevant to business process.
• Conduct initial approval qualification of prospective growers and suppliers, including packhouse and third-party cooler locations, against Dole standards/expectations in support of business needs.
• Perform regular G.A.P. and G.M.P. audits for grower/supplier fields, packhouses and coolers.
• In conjunction with the agriculture operations personnel, provide annual field level training on FSQA practices. Provide annual food safety training to key business partners within sourcing, sales and logistics and other key roles within the business.
• Collaborate with the business to investigate quality and food safety related deviations and rejections.
• Work with growers and key business partners to investigate consumer and customer complaints. Track and trend complaints over time for use as a surveillance tool and use data to drive continuous improvement.
• Process large volumes of audit and laboratory testing data or other information and communicate recommendations for further improvement to mitigate FSQA risks.
• Effectively communicate scientific and technical information to both technical and non-technical personnel.
• Be aware of, and adhere to, all US regulatory (USEPA, USFDA, USDA, and FSMA) requirements and guidelines associated with all supply chain elements as well as regulatory requirements within key growing and export regions for the business.
• Assist in review and approval of regulatory compliant labels for all products marketed by Dole.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with critical FSQA business partners allowing food safety to be a key driver and enabler for long term business success.
• Execute projects that meet the technical and business objectives of Dole Food Company.
• Participate in crisis management response as needed.
• Must be willing to travel to various regions, including domestic and international locations.
• Assist in responding to customer requests, surveys, and other inquiries.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills

JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES 

• Minimum of 4 years in agriculture/FSQA related experience, with 2 years of auditing experience. Experience in berry or other produce operations is desirable.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills
• Must be flexible, even-tempered, a good mediator and persuasive. Able to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills required, ability to conduct food safety audits, communicate effectively with technical and non-technical personnel, knowledge of food microbiology,
• Knowledge of agrochemicals use, knowledge of basic sanitation techniques and procedures.
• Knowledge of related Federal and State regulations.
• Competency in computer word processing (MS Word), Spreadsheet (Excel) and Database Software (Access) required.
• Bi-lingual, bi-literate Spanish/English is required.

INTERNAL & EXTERNAL RELATIONS

Must be able to persuasively communicate technical information regarding FSQA requirements and expectations with other FSQA staff (internal and external), Dole departments/divisions, suppliers, vendors, co-packers, growers, customers and government officials.

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION

Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture, Food Science, Microbiology, Plant Science, Postharvest Physiology or related field is required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to lift up to 10-25 pounds, identify and distinguish colors, work in extreme cold some of the time in a cooler environment and ability to work in outside elements.

WORK HOUR REQUIREMENT

• Travel as needed, domestically. Potential for occasional international travel.
• Flexibility with schedule as needed
• Flexibility with schedule as needed with the ability to work beyond normal business hours, weekends, rotating shifts preferred/required.

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JOB SUMMARY:

Performs a variety of accounting and bookkeeping duties according to established policies and procedures. Maintains contact with customers, staff, vendors and clients.

• Monitors customer account details for non-payments, delayed payments and other irregularities
• Communicates with customers via phone, email, mail or personally regarding late payments and short payments.
• sends out invoice copies and customer statements upon request
• Assist with month-end closing as needed.
• Process Accounts payable invoices
• perform check runs
• Reconcile accounts.
• Assist in answering phones as needed.
• Maintain filing of customer and vendor files.
• Other duties as assigned.

Contact Name	Hilda Martinez
Contact Email	hmartinez@kingdomfresh.com
Phone Number	(956) 688-8988

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Responsible for verifying and documenting the requirements to ensure food safety. Execute daily quality activities to assess incoming materials, work-in-process / product runs, quality, labeling, final inspections, analysis and testing of finished products, and food safety-related sanitation.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assure that customer specifications are achieved and that the facility/Plant meets local, state, and federal food safety and health regulations.
• Partners with the operations management team to ensure food safety best practices and processes. Ensures regulatory food safety compliance.
• Verifies the daily production plan and any immediate needs to be addressed. May conduct pre-operation and other inspections, may reject materials or products, and complete environmental swabbing and quality testing.
• Maintain documentation in support of fresh food specification requirements.
• Conduct and facilitate internal and external quality audits, documenting findings and next steps.
• Work with receivers to verify the documentation of temperature and inspection of delivery trucks (Ensure accurate completion of Receiving logs). Ensure FIFO is followed, and proper allergen
• segregation.
• Use the PPRO app to do receiving inspections, as well as set up the app and check reports in PPRO.
• Complete established USDA swabbing and shelf-life tests of product samples as required. Calibrate test equipment-Scales and Thermometers. Ensure thermometer calibration logs are complete.
• Collect samples, fill out order sheets, pack and ship samples to the lab as required
• Maintain and organize Food Safety and Quality Assurance daily records. Maintain and monitor inventory product retains and spot-check department documentation for accuracy and compliance.
• Monitor / evaluate cleanliness and 5S standards.
• Document downtime-related problems and corrective actions taken when associated with a QA hold or action that interrupts production.
• Perform all quality checks and preventive critical control points (CCP) monitoring (temperature logs, sanitation, labeling checks, net weight, package integrity, and package integrity checks)
• Collaborates and makes recommendations on food safety and quality decisions regarding ingredient, raw product, in-process product, and finished product conformance.
• Prevents and helps with researching information for management to respond (corrective action / preventive action) and follow up to Government (Federal – USDA / FDA / etc., State, County, and City) inquiries.
• Review documents and verify plant recipes/ specifications, labeling, etc.
• Support internal and external food quality/safety audits & report and track corrective actions. Print traceability forms from the QMS.
• May track the quantity of swabs, test strips, chemicals, and other supplies for the QA dept.
• May spend time reviewing market research, trends and collaborate on projects.
• Escalates difficult matters to the QA Supervisor or QA Manager as necessary.
• Performs other duties as needed

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• College-level education or a related degree helpful
• Experience working in a chilled food environment
• Prior HACCP certification, Food Handler, and other certifications desirabl
• Excellent communicator, verbally and in writing
• Proficient use of MS Office software and a working knowledge of common applications used
• Experience using Supplier Database or Product Life Cycle Management software; Produce Pro

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES.

• Knowledge of common start-up processes in a USDA factory and Good Manufacturing Procedures
• Demonstrated ability to be a self-starter who will be responsible for common routines.
• Ability to analyze data using spreadsheets, formulas, statistical tools, etc.
• Must be a highly organized and detail-oriented person
• Ability to work within a fast-paced environment and multi-task effectively
• Demonstrates the ability to remain professional and diplomatic when working under pressure
• Ability to apply logical thinking and exercise sound judgment to arrive at appropriate business decisions. This includes a sense of balance between risks involved, timeliness, cost factors and other considerations.

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POSITION SUMMARY

Account Management places priority, focus, resources, and collaboration on specific accounts that can help us grow the business in significant ways. This position provides an opportunity to refine negotiation skills and identify and present market share trends while gaining national account exposure.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• The Account Manager is directly responsible for achieving year-over-year revenue and margin growth targets as well as assigned account development goals and objectives for a defined number of regional customers.
• The Account Manager is dedicated-to and hyper-focused on regionally assigned accounts. He/she/they act as the conductor for aligning and coordinating the resources required (both internally and externally) to achieve our mutual strategies and successes.
• The Account Manager is our primary face and voice to the customer and is tasked with helping achieve partnership status in the eyes of the customer through knowledge sharing and collaboration.
• The Account Manager is responsible for informing, influencing, and identifying grower and retail sustainability initiatives.
• The Account Manager may also be responsible for specific sites of our national accounts. In this instance, he/she/they will be accountable for contributing to the strategic planning process of those accounts and working with the national account managers to effectively execute the strategic account plans.
• The Account Manager has daily engagement with internal technology platforms (Jedox, Salesforce, Power BI, IBP Forecasting, and Microsoft Office Suite, etc.).
• The Account Manager will attend trade shows to meet customers, identify opportunities, and quantify overall show conversion results.
• The Account Manager will work closely with NAMs and DIRs to initiate and execute MRA (Master Rental Agreements) negotiations with new and existing growers.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree or relevant industry experience
• Demonstrated critical thinking skills required.
• Ability to travel 25 to 35%
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
• Ideal candidate should have 5-years of relevant work experience.
• Analytical and presentation skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Salesforce, Power Bi and Jedox
• Minimum of 5-years consultative sales experience, preferably in the commercial retail, packaging, or fresh food supply chain
• Demonstrated success in building and maintaining relationships.
• Demonstrated ability to manage expectations and de-escalate situations.
• Ability to manage complex relationship networks.
• Understanding of produce industry and grower practices

IFCO offers a competitive benefits package with new hire medical/dental/vision benefits starting on the 1st of the month after hire, 401 (k) match with immediate vesting, annual bonus potential and merit increases, team environment with leadership growth opportunities.

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Position Objective: 

Responsible for analyzing our organizational workflows and processes to recommend and implement changes in order to increase revenue and productivity.  The operations analyst will be able to translate data and evaluate how our company operates to develop and advise on how we can improve efficiency and effectiveness across our organization.  The operations analyst will also research and compare multiple avenues of workflows, assist in all department analysis, and conduct internal audits. Position responsibilities are not limited to the following list:

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Analyze data of in-place procedures to find ways to improve operations.
• Evaluate operations procedures and processes.
• Identify deficiencies and areas for improvement and redesign.
• Apply statistical analysis, simulations, and predictive modeling to analyze current procedures.
• Recommend strategies and develop new procedures.
• Implement tests processes, policies, and protocols.
• Research market and industry trends and patterns.
• Perform operations analysis for all technologies and projects.
• Work very closely with the operations/warehouse team inside the Distribution Center in reviewing and analyzing the work being done on a day-to-day basis.
• Prepare detailed reports of key findings, analysis and recommendations for improvements.
• Compare processes with industry standards and best practices.
• Create set company standards and reporting structures.
• Conduct investigative internal audits and create reports of findings.
• Develop workflows to increase productivity, increase revenue, decrease costs and improve efficiency.
• Help departmental leaders implement new policies, procedures and processes.
• Work closely with the sales, marketing, finance and operations teams.

Quality Assurance:

• Prepare and implement quality assurance policies and procedures.
• Perform routine inspections and quality tests.
• Identify and resolve workflow and production issues.
• Ensure the final product meets the company’s high-quality standard before is delivered to the customer.
• Ensure standards and safety regulations are observed.
• Address and discuss issues and propose solutions.
• Document quality assurance activities and create audit reports.
• Make recommendations for process improvement.
• Create training materials and operating manuals.

Qualifications / Requirements: 

• Bachelor’s degree in statistics, business, data management, operations research, or related field.  Master’s degree in operations or research a plus.
• 2 years’ experience in a related position.
• Business Acumen.
• Able to analyze large, complex data sets using a variety of software and tools.
• Comfortable with database administration skills and resources.
• Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently.
• Able to analyze data and statistics and translate results into better solutions.
• Strong organizational skills with ability to manage conflicting priorities and meet deadlines.
• Possess strong attention to detail and excellent analytical skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-directed requiring minimal supervision and hands-on approach.
• Collaboration - high level of initiative and proven team player.
• Good interpersonal and presentation skills for interaction with all levels of management.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Bilingual English/Spanish

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8-hour day shift, 8:30 am to 5:30 pm

Ability to commute/relocate: Reliable commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Warehouse Manager will be responsible for managing our warehouse team.  This individual needs to have solid skills in planning, communicating, motivating and supervising a diverse group of individuals.  The team is responsible for selecting and loading trucks in an accurate and logical manner that will make it easier for our transportation team to accomplish the jobs.

The person we’re after has:

• High School Diploma
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of experience and education
• Prior experience in warehouse management / distribution field
• Prior food warehouse experience preferred
• Strong leadership skills
• Project management and problem solving skills
• Effective written and verbal communication
• Fluent in Spanish

Contact Name	Jose Quiroz
Contact Email	jose@harvestspecialtyco.com
Phone Number	(832) 280-8743

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Job Description: 

The Regional Safety Manager will provide regional leadership to production, distribution, and its affiliates in the areas of safety awareness and prevention, risk management, and worker’s compensation.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Design and implement safety programs (Industrial Illness Prevention Program and Emergency Response Plan), compliance strategies and sustainable management systems.
• Plans and implements safety policies and procedures in compliance with local, state, and federal rules and regulations including Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
• Manage and implement the Accident/Exposure Reporting and Investigation program. Ensure the program clearly explains the methods and practices for reporting and investigating accidents/exposures; communicate risks to management.
• Review, monitor, and manage the Worker’s Compensation Claims and process. Managing the early return to work and modified duty program, monitoring, and analyzing accident and injury trends, performing hazard analysis; working directly with the worker’s compensation insurance carrier, attorney, and vendors.
• Ensure and coordinate all forklift drivers, machine operators, sanitation workers, mechanics, DOT drivers are trained and licensed accordingly.
• Oversee safety trainings and ensure that the following are practiced: Personal Protective Equipment, Machine Safety & Equipment usage, Lockout/Tagout, Hazardous Communication, Evacuation Drills, Fall Prevention, etc.
• Prepare site leadership for customer audits.
• Coordinate Process Safety Management (PSM) inspections.
• Schedule and coordinate with vendor annual audiogram testing, and substance abuse testing.
• Evaluate health and safety practices and procedures for risk assessment, following legal guidelines.
• Work effectively with other department managers to enhance the safety and environmental programs.
• Conducts safety meetings, audits, and inspections to ensure compliance, evaluate performance, and identify corrective actions.
• Perform self-assessments to identify and mitigate risk.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Extensive knowledge of environmental and safety regulations and policies.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills and auditing experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; can articulate safety within a business framework.
• Proficient in technology and equipment used in site and environmental inspections.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
• Experience with Process Safety Management (PSM) and Ammonia.
• Proven track record with accident investigations and follow-through.
• Strong project management, time management, and organizational skills.
• Must be a progressive learner willing and able to grow into larger roles of responsibility.
• Creativity, innovation and the ability to solve problems and generate viable solutions.
• Approachable and effective with the ability to influence change across all levels of the organization.
• Hands-on practitioner dedicated to the role and subject matter.
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Lockout/Tag Out (LOTO), and MSDS

Physical Requirements:

• Physically able to conduct inspections and carry equipment used for inspections.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at a time.
• Must be comfortable working in cold environment around heaving machinery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a safety-related field is highly preferred
• 5+ years of progressive safety experience
• Appropriate certification, such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP), is preferred
• Experience in a manufacturing environment
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is preferred

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Job Description: 

General Description: Primus Auditing Operations provides auditing services to the fresh produce industry related to the safe production and handling of fruits and vegetables. Our goal is to partner with our clients to ensure they are producing the safest, highest quality produce possible.

We are looking for a dedicated individual with a passion for food safety to join our growing Quality Assurance (QA) Department. Our QA Department is responsible for ensuring the integrity of our audits, the competency of our auditors, and to provide world class technical assistance to our clients around the world.

Job Responsibilities:

• Provide technical support to our fleet of auditors on a variety of audit schemes (PrimusGFS, GlobalGAP, Organics, Sustainability Standard, etc.)
• Assist clients with audit related inquiries before and after their audits are conducted
• Work closely with team members within the QA Department to communicate company protocol to auditors and auditees
• Identify and collaborate on areas of improvement to ensure we remain the leaders in auditing of the fresh produce industry.

Position Requirements:

• Degree in a food, agricultural and/or bioscience related discipline (Food Science, Agriculture, Agribusiness, Biology or similar). At a minimum, have successfully completed higher education courses or equivalent in one of those disciplines.
• Strong organizational skills with experience multitasking in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal).
• Experience in food safety and/or agriculture preferred.

Our team consists of dedicated individuals committed to improving efficiency, maintaining high levels of communication and transparency, and bringing our best each day. This is a full-time onsite position offering competitive wages, $20-$30 an hour DOE along with other competitive benefits such as 401(k) matching, Dental insurance, Health insurance, Life Insurance, Paid time off & Vision insurance.

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Job Description: 

Why Silo?

We will work hard to make sure your decision to join us is worthwhile and rewarding. You’ll learn how a start-up operates and learn skills that will help you at any point in your career. You will be empowered to take initiative and get support to execute an idea from beginning to the end.

The Role:

Our Account Executives are responsible for communicating Silo’s value and driving the sales process with prospective customers within their assigned territories. Account Executives are the leading force in communicating Silo’s value externally and building quality relationships with our customers.

Responsibilities:

• Exceed activity, pipeline, and revenue goals
• Become an expert on Silo’s products and the intricacies of your assigned territory
• Develop and manage relationships with prospects and accounts in your territory
• Create and maintain an account-level territory plan
• Demonstrate and sell value to key stakeholders across fast moving as well as complex sales cycles
• Work in a team-selling environment and closely coordinate with Account Managers and Implementation Managers
• Track all opportunity and customer details in Salesforce CRM
• Participate and actively contribute in internal strategic meetings, research, and product development
• Travel within your territory and surrounding cities

Requirements:

• 4+ years of produce industry experience
• Fluent in Spanish. We are open to a non-Spanish speaker, but you will have to make a really good business case!
• Consistent track record of success & quota attainment
• Superior verbal, written, negotiation, and time management skills
• Team player with proven ability to build strong relationships internally and externally
• Proactive and able to command respect through integrity, intelligence, and hard work
• Proficient using modern sales tools (Salesforce, Outreach, etc.)
• BA/BS Degree or equivalent work experience
• Experience selling in the ERP, Payments, and/or Food industries is a plus

Benefits & Perks:

In addition to a competitive salary, commissions and equity Silo offers comprehensive company sponsored health insurance, wellness, internet, cell phone and meal stipends, flexible PTO, 401(k), and a substantial paid parental leave policy. We have a work hard, play hard culture (remove if language doesn’t align with team culture. We respect a healthy work-life balance and want to make sure you get the time you need. Our flexible schedules and time-off policies mean you can tailor when you work to your needs.

How to Apply:

We are committed to building a diverse team of people from a wide variety of backgrounds and encourage anyone to apply. Please apply with your resume and we’ll be in touch.
 
Silo is committed to offering competitive, fair, and commensurate compensation. Actual compensation will be based on multiple factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to a candidate’s job-related skills, experience, education or training, and location. Salary is just one component of Silo's total compensation package for employees.

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Job Title: Member Engagement and Events Director

Reports To: President/CEO

FLSA Status: Exempt

Approved By: Board of Directors

Summary

The primary function of this position is to recruit and retain members to the RGV Partnership, promote the benefits and programs of the RGV Partnership, RGV Partnership Foundation and RGV Citizens Again Lawsuit Abuse (collectively, whether one or more, the “organization” through direct sales. This position will require the employee coordinate and collaborate on all events and programs of the organization. The organization will encompass the RGV Partnership, RGV Partnership Foundation and RGV Citizens Against Lawsuit Abuse which are managed by the President/CEO. This Position will assist in coordinating marketing and special event job responsibilities. The position will require fundraising experience.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following and other duties that may be assigned from time to time.

Membership:

· Generate revenue through the sale of new memberships for the RGV Partnership; achieve quarterly goals for the organization

· Prospect new members by identifying leads and leveraging referrals via telephone, mail, events, promotional magazines, on-line newsletters and personal visits

· Initiate sales process by scheduling appointments, making initial presentation, understanding membership benefits, both tangible and intangible

· Close sales by building rapport with potential accounts, explaining chamber capabilities, overcoming objections, preparing contracts

· Expand sales in existing accounts by introducing opportunities for event and member sponsorships

· Outreach annually to members to assess concerns and encourage involvement (to 50% of the members by end of July and the remaining 50% by end of December of the same fiscal year)

· Develop and, upon approval, execute membership programs and activities designed to increase membership

· Provide historical records by producing bi-weekly contact lists of all calls to recruit and retain members, including the results

· Promptly submit membership applications and payments to finance department

· Ensure that information on members is accurate in database on a daily basis

· Send follow-up correspondence (i.e. thank you letters, requests for information, etc.) to new and renewing members and prospects

· Contribute information to market strategy by monitoring current members and conveying their needs to management

· Recommend new services by evaluating current member comments; identify needs to be filled

· Assist President/CEO in preparing new member prospect packets and membership marketing materials

· Perform appropriate duties as assigned by the President/CEO

· Contribute toward the maintenance of an efficient and ethical image of the organization

Marketing:

· Support marketing activities related to the promotion of the organization and write various materials, which may include website content, paid advertisements, media relations, press releases and public relations

· Quarterly Email Newsletter (utilize software provided by RGV Partnership):

Ø Produce email newsletter layout and design templates

Ø Complete research, compile and proof final newsletter

Ø Contribute and write articles in the newsletter

· Social Media:

Ø Manage the social media accounts of the RGVP

Ø Post activity information in a timely manner (during events, if possible)

· Website (to work along with web developer with content):

Ø Produce and update website content on a daily basis

Ø Post picture of events and up to date news.

· Maintain a high level of understanding of marketing trends

Special Events:

· Support key fundraising events related to the organization such as the RGV Legislative Tour, RGV Day in Austin, RGV 2 DC, Honors Banquet, Golf Tournament, Quarterly Meet & Greet and others assigned by the President/CEO.

· Support services for events, such as accommodation and transportation for participants, facilities, catering, audio-visual equipment, signage, displays, special needs requirements, printing, security and other needs

· Engage in event topics and secure featured speakers. Plan programs, agendas and services according to event specifications

· Monitor event activities in order to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and laws, satisfaction of participants, and resolution of any problems that arise

· Design and implement efforts to publicize events and promote sponsorships to both members and non-members. Monitor the effectiveness of the various methods of communication utilized

· Help produce promotional brochures, newsletters, press releases and registration forms for events

· Secure corporate sponsorship and philanthropic gifts in support of events

· Establish and maintain relationships with sponsors and suppliers as they relate to the events

· Recruit and train volunteers and support staff required for events. Organize registration of event participants

Fundraising

• Implement a monthly strategy of writing, calling and holding one-on-one meetings with current members and prospective donors to ask them for financial support.
• Meet specific monthly fundraising performance benchmarks related to annual organizational fundraising goals.
• Follow up on outstanding pledges.
• Implement a outreach program of work to meet with current and prospective members and sponsors.

Cultivation

• Keep in touch with donors throughout the year, creating and sending at least six personalized updates.
• Engage donors in program and organizational work, such as events or campaign actions.
• Develop and implement customized cultivation strategies for top donors.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Skills

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions and percentages.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Physical Demands

The physical 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 may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand and walk. Able to lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Communicate effectively with staff, Board Members, members of the organization and key stakeholders. Visual, Speaking and hearing ability sufficient to communicate in person or over the phone.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The Rio Grande Valley Partnership is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This company does not and will not discriminate in employment and personnel practices on the basis of race, sex, age, handicap, religion, national origin or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

• Medical insurance
• 401(k)

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Job Description: 

Description

• Maintain day-to-day FOB sales and account management for retail, repack, foodservice, terminal, and wholesale accounts.
• Communicate daily and participate in sales & business planning for marketing and sales teams.
• Communicate with warehouse department to ensure high level of service and product integrity.
• Maintain consistent communication with all customers to keep them informed of availability of product, market prices and quality.
• New business development, ability to call and source new customer leads.
• Ability to participate in trade shows which will involve traveling.
• Set and meet individual sales goals and work toward companywide team goals.

Other daily sales tasks:

• Follow up on AR aging, daily changes to orders.
• Work through and follow up on trouble orders/ files.
• Ensure timely input of all charges and adjustments.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by Supervisor.

Daily Operations Tasks

• Work through and follow up on trouble orders/ files.
• Ensure timely input of all charges and adjustments.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management.

Bilingual Preferred

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Job Description: 

Company:  

US1225 FreshPoint Connecticut, LLC

Zip Code:

06114

Minimum Level of Education:

High School or Equivalent

Minimum Years of Experience:

1 Year

Employment Type:

Full Time

Travel Percentage:  

0

Compensation Range:

$20.34 - $27.45

The compensation range provided is in compliance with state specific laws.  Factors that may be used to determine your actual rate of pay include your specific skills, years of experience and other factors. 

BENEFITS INFORMATION:

For information on Sysco’s Benefits, please visit https://SyscoBenefits.com(link is external)

JOB SUMMARY
The senior quality assurance (QA) associate is responsible for the overall quality of the product in the warehouse. This is a hands-on role for quality control and will work closely with the inventory control, merchandising and receiving departments.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Check the quality of the product in the warehouse and communicate all issues with quality assurance (QA) manager/merchandisers.
• Work and grade product to acceptable standards for sale to customers.
• Ensure all aisles of the warehouse are free of trash and debris.
• Key shrink out of the system to reflect accurate inventory

QUALIFICATIONS
Education

• High School diploma or G.E.D.

Experience

• 1 year produce experience in a quality assurance role.

Professional Skills

• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Basic mathematical operations (counting, addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division).
• Ability to communicate clearly (verbally and in writing).
• Detail-oriented.

DECISION-MAKING AUTHORITY
Most important decisions made with review and approval of other individuals or supervisors (include the reviews/approvals required):

• Keying shrink out of inventory- QA manager/merchandisers.
• Transferring product- QA manager/merchandiser

ORGANIZATIONAL REPORTING
Supervisor Title

• Quality assurance (QA) manager

Position Reporting to this Role

• Quality assurance (QA) associate

HOW WE PROTECT OUR ASSOCIATES

COVID-19 Precaution(s):

• Personal protective equipment and masks provided  
• Temperature screenings  
• Social distancing guidelines in place  
• Sanitizing, disinfecting, and cleaning procedures in place 

OVERVIEW:

Sysco is the global leader in foodservice distribution. With over 57,000 associates and a fleet of over 13,000 vehicles, Sysco operates approximately 326 distribution facilities worldwide and serves more than 625,000 customer locations.

We offer our associates the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization, and to serve others in a manner that exceeds their expectations. We’re looking for talented, hard-working individuals to join our team. Come grow with us and let us show you why Sysco is at the heart of food and service.

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT:

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.

This opportunity is available through Sysco Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates.

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JOB DESCRIPTION
Company Description

Wonderful Citrus is America's largest integrated grower, shipper and packer of fresh citrus, including clementine/mandarin, navel and Valencia oranges; lemons; limes; grapefruits; and other citrus varieties. Wonderful Citrus owns, cultivates and harvests more than 58,000 acres of fresh citrus and ships around the world each year to ensure a year-round supply. Our citrus can be found in all channels of distribution, with our consumer brands most visible in the produce department of grocery stores across America under the flagship consumer brands of Wonderful Halos mandarins and Wonderful Sweet Scarletts Texas Red grapefruit.

Job Description

Overview:

Duties include the operation of farm equipment for fertilizing, spraying and other pest control activities. Must have experience operating tractor or large farm machinery, valid driver license, and ability to repair equipment, follow detailed instructions without close supervision, and ability to lift 80 lbs.

Here's what you'll do:

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Operate equipment to spray and otherwise apply chemicals to field.
Drive tractor and use towed or self-propelled equipment to spray or otherwise apply chemicals.
Perform field level routine maintenance; and service all types of vehicles, pickups, cars, etc.
Service all types of Farm Equipment to include tractors, and or forklifts
Sets up and attaches operational equipment.
Adjusts equipment by setting speed, spacing, etc. Regulates flow through nozzles in sprayers.
Drives, operates, adjusts, and handles all farming equipment to include toppers, hedgers, forklift, brush shredder (Specialty Equipment) according to safe operating procedures.
Ability to work independently; and as a team member while meeting standards set by the Supervisor
May perform other tasks as assigned by supervisor.
Qualifications

Here's what you'll bring to the table:
Have experience operating tractor or large farm equipment safely.
COVID vaccination will be required for this position unless candidate has a legally valid exemption.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of his job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Mount and dismount equipment
Lift and attach tractor implements weighing up to 50 lbs.
Sit for long periods of time while twisting back to see the rear of the tractor.
Operate equipment by releasing brake, shift gears, depress pedals, manipulate steering controls, read gages.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Exposed to all weather conditions
Additional Information

Here's what we'll bring to the table:
Wonderful Giving - a one-of-kind program that donates company money to charities close to our employees' hearts
Employee college tuition reimbursement
Employee referral program
Full benefits package - Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) retirement plan, company matching and annual catch-up, Employee Assistance Program, company-paid life insurance (spouse and dependents to age 26), life insurance, AD&D insurance, flexible spending accounts (FSAs)

Wonderful Citrus is part of The Wonderful Company, a successful, fast-growing privately held $4 billion company with 9,000 employees worldwide. We've made Wonderful Pistachios one of America's top-selling salty snacks. We've turned pomegranates and POM Wonderful into a worldwide phenomenon. Wonderful Halos is the No. 1 mandarin orange in America. FIJI Water is the No. 1 premium bottled water in America. JUSTIN Wine produces California's top-selling, high-end Cabernet Sauvignon. And Teleflora is the world's largest flower delivery service.

The Wonderful Company has a long-standing commitment to corporate social responsibility, including more than $120 million invested in environmental technologies and sustainability research, $45 million in charitable giving and education initiatives every year, $30 million toward the construction of a new charter school campus in California's Central Valley, and innovative health and wellness programs, including two new, free primary care clinics for employees and their dependents.

Wonderful Citrus is an Equal Opportunity Employer and with opportunities for advancement. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories.

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Minimum$11K /yr

$30K /yrAverage

Maximum$164K /yr

• Life Insurance
• Tuition Assistance
• Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plan

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Dental Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program

• Health Insurance
• Wellness Programs
• 401K Plan