Program Planning Coordinator

IMMEDIATE job opportunity for a driven individual who has a proven track record of performance and desire to work for a well-established organization. We are looking for an experienced Program Planning Coordinator for a grower, packer, and distributor of premium avocados with strategically placed distribution centers and sourcing regions located in Murrieta, CA.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities 

Our Program Planning Coordinators work closely with several key departments in high level planning for successful execution with order fulfillment to ensure our customers’ demands are met.

·         Minimize waste by ensuring proper FIFO rotation through product allocation.

·         Identify product age risks and concerns on low demand SKUS.

·         Work with our Supply Chain team in positioning inventory across our distribution centers based on customer demands for a 0-7-day window.

·         Communicate product shortages and collaborate with supply chain to identify alternative solutions.

·         Assist in planning, prioritizing, communicating production plans to our warehouse teams/production leaders.

·         Provide direction to our warehouse teams on order picking and processing to ensure smooth order fulfillment Teams include Shipping/Just Ripe/Quality Control/ Production teams.

·         Coordinate order pick up and deliveries with carriers and our Logistics team based on product readiness/availability.

·         Work with our Quality Control teams to address any issues or concerns with product specifications prior to order shipment.

·         Communicate product availability to our Sales team.

·         Work with our ripening department  to address and ripening concerns.

·         Work with our warehouse teams to resolve any inventory discrepancies.

Education & Experience

·         Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration is preferred

·         Minimum 1 year of supply chain experience preferred

Skills

·         Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred

·         Strong proficiency in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, and Outlook, as well as in financial modeling tools.

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, organize, analyze significant amount of information
• Attention to detail, Critical Thinking , Proactive problem solvers, Strong demonstration of taking initiative, Ability to work effectively with all levels of management, Excellent written and communication skills, Positive Attitude, Strong team player

Compensation: $21 - 23/HR.

If qualified and interested in the position, please email your resume relating your skills, background, and experience to the job opening.