Job Details
The Commodity Manager plans activities related to the optimized movement of product within their area of responsibility. They work closely with procurement of a commodity, from intent to purchase through to delivery of commodity. The Commodity Manager identifies future need for their commodity as well as identifying surplus.
Job Responsibilities
- Track and maintain projected sales volumes and grower volumes.
- Forecast produce needs by cross-referencing projected inbound product and sales needs by day, week, month, quarter, and 1 year in advance.
- Provide our packing plans for Canadian, American, and Mexican growers.
- Develop and execute a daily/weekly sourcing strategy to meet quality, delivery, and production requirements.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external growers.
- Ensure supplier development efforts are aligned with the sourcing and quality assurance strategies.
- Coordinate product implementation efforts at key suppliers when packing new products.
- Maximize capacity across all Nature Fresh facilities by strategizing transfers and delivery locations.
- Provide Sales Team with access to ad volume suggestions based on grower forecasts.
- Advise Coordinators of appropriate suppliers to be used, on an as-needed basis.
- Coordinate with Procurement to analyze the requirements of the commodity, including preliminary specifications, preferred supplier and the date commodity is needed.
Job Requirements
- 2-3 years direct experience or 4 years indirect experience in produce industry.
- Possess extremely strong interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written).
- Strong analytical and leadership abilities are required.
- Very high degree of confidentiality and integrity required regarding all aspects of the business.
- Strong time management skills and ability to meet deadlines within in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to maintain respectful relationships at all levels within and outside the organization.
- Strong working experience with Microsoft Office and Microsoft Dynamics NAV an asset.
- Ability to identify issues and problem solve using appropriate resources internally and externally.
- Must be available to work flexible hours including weekends and extended hours if needed.
Workplace Conditions
- Mainly office setting with some warehouse/greenhouse as needed – walking sitting and standing throughout the day.
- Working with a wide array of people/cultures in a team setting.
- Full time hours Monday to Friday with Saturdays and holidays (as needed).
- Working with minimal supervision during the day, but also communicating with different individuals and teams across our facilities and from external organizations.
- There may be an occasional need for some heavy lifting (when needed).
- Some travel to different locations as needed.
Salary – Based on experience
If you are interested in this exciting opportunity and want to join our dynamic team, we encourage you to send your resume through Indeed, or company website. We thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.
Nature Fresh Farms is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, beginning with the hiring process. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome applications from candidates, in accordance with all relevant legislation. Nature Fresh Farms provides an accessible environment in which all individuals have access in a way that respects the dignity and independence of people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.