Shipping Receiving Coordinator (Fort Myers, FL)

The J.R. Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held global food and agriculture company headquartered in Boise, Idaho.

We are a true farm-to-table company with an integrated portfolio including food processing and food brands, phosphate mining, fertilizer manufacturing, farming, ranching and cattle production, and other enterprises related to agriculture.

Summary

Under general direction, the Shipping Receiving Coordinator ensures product availability, schedules deliveries, maintains associated inventory records, and assists in the day-to-day coordination of related functions, while meeting regulatory and safety requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Coordinates product delivery to growers at a T&H operation to maximize resources of staff and to meet customer needs by scheduling and dispatching delivery staff in a manner which economically utilizes physical and human resources.

May personally deliver product to customers.

• Provides service to walk-in customers. Receives telephone orders from customers and Sales Representatives. Prepares product mix instruction sheets, Material Safety Data Sheets, and work orders.
• Makes product purchase recommendations to Supervisor / Market Manager to ensure adequate inventory to meet sales and delivery needs.

Ensures appropriate receipt and recordkeeping of unit inventory. Performs physical inventory counts.

Performs miscellaneous duties such as filing and other clerical tasks, calculating product amounts, calibrating equipment, loading trucks, general equipment and plant maintenance, product storage activities, bending and warehouse work, etc.

Disclaimer - These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification.

They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

Typical Education

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

Relevant Experience

• 6+ months of related experience and / or training.
• Must be organized and able to use the computer effectively.
• Prior experience in the agriculture industry preferred.
• Forklift certification is a plus.
• Knowledge of basic farm equipment and operation preferred
• Chemical and / or fertilizer knowledge.
• Knowledge of region and customer needs.
• Demonstrated attention to detail.
• Possesses good interpersonal skills.
• Ability to count accurately.
• Must be organized and able to use the computer effectively.

Required Certifications

Valid Driver's License