Purchasing Coordinator

Sunset Grown•Albion, NY

49d•$50,000 - $55,000

About The Position

Mastronardi Produce pioneered the commercial greenhouse industry in North America, and we're now the leading greenhouse vegetable company on the continent. Our award-winning, flavorful produce is packed under the SUNSET brand and is available at leading grocery retailers across North America. Family owned for over 65 years, we pride ourselves on having the most flavorful products and the best people in the industry. We are constantly pushing boundaries to be a leader in fresh produce innovation. We seek individuals that demonstrate our PRIDE values (Passion, Respect, Innovation, Drive, Excellence) to help us fulfill our mission to inspire healthy living through WOW flavor experiences. We are currently seeking a Purchasing Coordinator to join our team. The essential function of this position is responsible for ensuring purchasing needs are at our growers. At the right time, right price, right place and correct quantity to mitigate dry goods inventory liability/ returns Values: To perform the job successfully, the incumbent's behavior must be consistent with the PRIDE values expected of all Mastronardi Produce employees: be Passionate; have Respect; be Innovative; be Driven and strive for Excellence.

Requirements

College Diploma or Bachelor's Degree preferred
Knowledge of packaging products or related materials (related work experience)
Valid passport and ability to Travel to MPL locations across the US and Canada
Must be extremely organized
Good communication skills and posses excellent inter-personal skills
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Office

Nice To Haves

Spanish-speaking an asset

Responsibilities

Co-ordinate with greenhouse leaders, maintenance and other departments where necessary to ensure the purchasing needs are fulfilled
Responsible for reviewing data to see if we are understocked
Responsible for placing purchase orders with suppliers as orders dictate
Responsible for reporting, monitoring, reviewing, and tracking inventory accuracy in our ERP, slow- moving inventory, and inventory
Following up with suppliers to ensure purchase orders are being processed, and delivered on-time
Responsible for ensuring the integrity of ERP item files
Maintain records of goods ordered and received
Report any discrepancies or problems
Track and ensure claims are being processed, credited etc.
Responsible for courier services (Fedex).
Resolve discrepancies between purchase orders and invoices
Report any product quality issues immediately to the Purchasing team
Ensure a physical inventory of packaging is completed and tracked
Keep all company information confidential and will not disclose any company information to outside individuals
Follow all company rules and regulations at all times
Other duties or details may be assigned