Packaging Coordinator US

Pure Flavor•Edinburg, TX

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Pure Hothouse Foods, marketed under the Pure Flavor® brand, is a family of greenhouse vegetable growers who share a commitment to bringing A Life of Pure Flavor™ to communities everywhere. Our passion for sustainable greenhouse growing, strong support for our retail & foodservice customers, and focus on engaging consumers is built on a foundation drawn from generations of growing expertise. We are the next generation of vegetable growers, inspired to put quality, flavor, and customers first by providing greenhouse-grown vegetables from our farms that are strategically located throughout North America. With a dedicated, energetic and highly skilled workforce, we believe our employees make the difference. We offer our employees the opportunity to advance their careers in our progressive, vibrant organization.

Requirements

Post-secondary education, required
A minimum of one to two (1 – 2) years of previous Inventory, purchasing experience, required
Working computer and software knowledge required; proficiency in Microsoft (MS) Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), required
Superior interpersonal, analytical, and planning skills.
Valid ‘G’ license and reliable transportation to and from local facilities.
Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment, demonstrate keen attention to detail and task-related accuracy, as well as consistent follow-through skills.
Exceptional analytical and organizational skills are essential; results-oriented with a demonstrated ability to effectively prioritize workflow.
Sound decision-making skills and ability to work in a high stress environment.
Understand the need for urgency while providing outstanding customer service.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Purchasing, Supply Chain management or a related field, preferred.
experience in the produce/agriculture industry, preferred.
Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices, Health and Safety, Food Safety, HACCP and the PrimusGFS program; FAMOUS® software knowledge, preferred.
Capacity to engage with suppliers and build relationships to create win-win partnerships.

Responsibilities

Assist in purchasing, ordering, and managing packaging inventories.
Make sure inventory is covered for or- Complete physical inventory counts of all stocked items weekly.
Analyze cost efficiencies in supply management and inventories.
Communicate and address variances, quality issues and concerns with relevant departments to help identify the causes and implement sustainable corrective action.
Assist in securing letters of compliance for food safety from existing packaging suppliers.
Visit and regularly communicate with growers, to establish and evaluate their packaging needs; review quality and inventory on hand.
Provide exceptional customer service to internal and external clients and vendors.
Administrative duties; collecting information, data input.
Other core expectations as defined by the company.