Sourcing Coordinator (Temporary)

Oxnard, California, United States

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Mission Produce (Nasdaq: AVO) is a global leader in the worldwide fresh produce business, delivering fresh Hass avocados and mangos to retail, wholesale and foodservice customers in over 25 countries. Since 1983, Mission Produce has been sourcing, producing and distributing fresh Hass avocados, and today also markets mangos and grows blueberries as part of its diversified portfolio. The Company is vertically integrated and owns five state-of-the-art packing facilities across the U.S., Mexico, Peru, and Guatemala. With sourcing capabilities across 20+ premium growing regions, the company provides a year-round supply of premium fresh fruit. Mission’s global distribution network includes strategically positioned forward distribution centers across key markets throughout North America, China, Europe, and the UK, offering value-added services such as ripening, bagging, custom packing and logistical management. For more information, please visit www.missionproduce.com.

 

JOB SUMMARY

Sourcing Coordinator (temporary) works side-by-side with sourcing managers, analyst, and third-party packing houses to support in the achievement of Mission’s supply goals. Develops a deep understanding of how avocados and mangos travel from Central and South American into the U.S. and abroad. Creates deep relationships with sourcing personnel and global partners. Understands the intercommunications between international growers, packers, Sales and Inventory teams.

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

§  Update Sourcing Managers by consolidating, analyzing, and forwarding daily actions summaries

§  Data entry, processing, and coordinate purchase orders, supplier documentation.

§  Assist in preparing sourcing budgets and reports and keeping sourcing records.

§  Work closely with Business Manager to maintain and process grower accounts.

§  Coordinate meetings.

§  Perform other duties as requested.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

§  High School degree, or GED, required with 2 years of relevant experience.

Eligible to work in the United States by the start date.

§  Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

§  Customer-focused.

§  Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.

§  Strong computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite: MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

§  Ability to prioritize a variety of tasks in a fast-paced environment.

§  Ability to meet deadlines.

§  Quick learner, good problem-solver, decision-maker, facilitator, and communicator

§  Self-directed with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment and aggressively drive project milestones to successful completion.

§  Ability to adapt and respond effectively to change, delay and/or shifting priorities and goals.

§  Bilingual (English/Spanish)

§  After- hour work may be required

Pay range: $25.00 - $28.00/hour

 

Please Note: This is a temporary assignment estimated at up to six (6) months and may conclude sooner. Candidate selected will be referred to an employment agency for onboarding.

 

 

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