#8054 General Manager
Southern California
 

Unified Grocers, Inc. is currently seeking a General Manager.  Qualified candidate plans, organizes, directs, and controls all activities of the Produce Division to achieve established goals for sales, gross profit, tonnage, and expenses in all three regions.  Directs and/or coordinates, through subordinate managers and staff, all support departments including Purchasing, Sales, and Merchandising.  Identifies new business and/or new product opportunities and develops programs to support and sell them to the membership.  Works closely with staff and Perishables management to develop and introduce competitive pricing, product mix, and promotional campaigns.  Requires a Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or closely related field.  more

#8053 Sales Representative
Calgary, AB, Canada
 

The Oppenheimer Group.  As one of North America's top fresh produce companies, we’re proud to be one of Canada’s 50 Best-Managed Companies.  People expect the world from us and we deliver, bringing them over 100 varieties of produce from more than 20 different countries.  Our business is managed by a team of professionals delivering exceptional service from over a dozen offices throughout North and South America.  We are looking for an energetic “go-getter” for a sales representative position in our Calgary office.  You will play a key role in this busy office, driving our business and providing “expect the world from us” service.  Having a passion for the fresh produce industry is a definite bonus!  3-5 years of successful, proven and direct selling experience.  more

#8052 Product Development Specialist
Irwindale, CA
 

Ready Pac is a market leader in the supply of fresh-cut produce to retail grocery chains, mass-merchandisers and foodservice organizations throughout North America.  Every day, millions of families in homes across the U.S. and Canada rely on Ready Pac products to enhance their meals while saving them time.  We will provide the highest quality fresh-cut produce on a national basis.  We are currently seeking a Product Development Specialist.  The candidate for this position must be a self-motivated, creative thinker, with strong communication & interpersonal skills.  With direction from the Senior Food Technologist, this position is responsible for:  Development of new product prototypes, customer samples and market-ready products.  more

#8051 Quality Assurance Manager
Jackson, GA
 

Ready Pac is a market leader in the supply of fresh-cut produce to retail grocery chains, mass-merchandisers and foodservice organizations throughout North America.  Every day, millions of families in homes across the U.S. and Canada rely on Ready Pac products to enhance their meals while saving them time.  We will provide the highest quality fresh-cut produce on a national basis.  We are currently seeking a Quality Assurance Manager.  Oversee all activities in the Quality Assurance department of the Fresh-cut vegetable operation to comply with company standards and with USDA based food safety program.  Maintain high quality standards of products through implementation and verification of quality systems and management of resources in the quality department.  more

At Albert’s Organics, a division of United Natural Foods, our job is so much larger than being the premiere distributor of organic produce and other fine perishables.  Our job is Earth Stewardship.  In this unique environment, we are looking for a high energy, A+ Sales Representative – best in class!  Candidates will be working in a winning sales environment, providing the autonomy to grow existing sales, and allowing you to use your own creativity resulting in new business.  Ideal candidates will be self-motivated, upbeat and driven professionals with a strong relationship sales component and be motivated for success!  Seeking 3-5 years in produce or perishable sales; organic food industry experience a plus.  MS Office Suite competency in Word, Excel and PowerPoint a must.  more

#8049 Merchandiser
North Carolina

For 25 years, Albert's Organics has been the leader in the distribution of fresh Organics and has developed extensive vendor and industry relationships while continually striving for excellence in product quality, temperature control logistics, delivery speed and above all, customer service.  We currently have an opening for a Merchandiser position that will be located in the North Carolina area.  This candidate will assist with merchandising efforts for key accounts including new store set-up and resets.  The Merchandiser will be responsible for the following activities:  Building sales with our current customer base through effective retail product merchandising of all Albert’s product offerings; Scheduling routine visits to key accounts to represent Albert’s Organics products and facilitate all sales building opportunities.  more

#8048 Produce Broker
Nogales, AZ
 

Atlantic Fresh Trading LLC is a well established produce brokerage company located in Scranton, PA and Nogales, AZ.  We are a Blue Book trading member with direct affiliations in both the wholesale and transportation sectors.  We are seeking extremely motivated individuals to join our Nogales, AZ sales team!  Previous experience and knowledge of the produce industry is required.  Excellent communication and negotiation skills are also required.  Responsibilities include but are not limited to:  Maintaining current customer base; Cold calling/developing new customers; Booking orders with customers/shippers; Customer service.  We offer a very competitive salary and commission package.  more

#8046 Produce Sales
Rochester, MN
 

Honeybear Tree Fruit Company, a Wescott Agri Products Company, is a grower owned apple sales and marketing company with domestic and international production.  By utilizing our domestic production and being one of the largest apple importers in the US, we are able to provide our retail and foodservice customers with consistent year round supply of apples from the world’s finest growing regions.  Our growing customer base is national in scope and continues to create rewarding employment opportunities.  We are a fast growing family owned organization and have been developing customer and grower solutions for over 30 years.  Produce Sales position will be key member of our team that will contribute directly to our success by managing and growing existing retail and foodservice sales.  more

#8045 Ranch Manager
Clovis, CA

P-R Farms is a highly diversified growing, packing, and shipping operation located in the heart of the agriculturally-rich Central San Joaquin Valley of California.  Products grown by P-R Farms include: almonds, apples, grapes, olives, oranges, and stone fruit.  We are actively seeking a Ranch Manager.  Individual will be responsible for monitoring daily farm operations and reporting to the President.  The successful applicant will be responsible for ground preparation, planting, irrigation, fertilization, chemical application, maintenance and improvements of operations.  Other responsibilities include managing a large labor force to accomplish the general farming goals stated above and working under the direction of the President.  Helpful to have tree and/or vineyard experience and be multi-task oriented.  more

#8044 Logistics Coordinator
Leamington, Ontario - Canada
 

Lakeside Produce continues to foster and engage in beneficial partnerships with a host of select retail operations and wholesale distributors, providing them with top quality hydroponic tomatoes, cucumbers and peppers.  We are currently seeking a Logistics Coordinator.  The successful candidate should have 3 years of logistics coordination experience in the trucking industry and be willing to re-locate to Leamington Ontario.  Proven experience with the negotiation and procurement of LTL and Full Loads, both incoming and outgoing.  Must be familiar with all aspects of US/Canada/Mexico border crossing regulations for various produce commodities.  Familiar with electronic ordering systems (I-Trade & EDI etc).  Computer literate, and able to generate reports as required.  more

#8043 Ag Manager
Monterey, CA

Dole Fresh Vegetables markets a growing line of packaged and frozen foods, and is a produce industry leader in nutrition education and research.  The Company does business in more than 90 countries and employs, on average, 36,000 full-time, regular employees and 23,000 full-time seasonal or temporary employees, worldwide.  We are currently seeking an Ag Manager located in Monterey, California.  This position is a liaison between the company and the growers to monitor farming practices on a daily basis.  Position is responsible for coordinating grower plantings and transplanting to meet Dole Fresh Vegetables production goals, accurate reporting of plantings and supervise growers farming practices to achieve maximum yield and quality.  5-7 years experience in field operations.  more

#8042 Shipping Supervisor
Castroville, CA

 
Headquartered in Castroville, California, near Monterey Bay, Ocean Mist Farms (OMF) is one of California’s leading growers of high quality produce.  OMF has an affiliation with seven companies with operations in California, Arizona & Mexico.  OMF is the largest producer of artichokes and ships approximately 15 other major products.  Its operations include plant breeding, farming, harvesting, cooling, distribution, and sales.  Ocean Mist is a leading grower/shipper and OMF’s products are sold both domestically and internationally in retail grocery and warehouse club stores.  We are currently seeking a Shipping Supervisor.  The Shipping Supervisor is responsible for all Shipping Office functions.  Oversees staff and ensures safety, procedure and policy compliance.  2 years minimum supervisory experience.  more

BB#8041 Produce Sales Position
Pacific Northwest

Progressive Pacific Northwest Produce Company seeking experienced individual with 3+ years of sales and industry knowledge.  Knowledge of I-trade and Famous Software is beneficial.  This individual must be self directed, enthusiastic and aggressive in their sales approach as well as possess excellent verbal communication skills.  Responsibilities of this position include sales to retail, wholesale and foodservice companies; coordination with growers to assess markets and product volume of local produce available to sell; grow client base and maintain strong customer relations with new and existing customers.  Our company offers an excellent benefit package including:  medical/dental insurance, life ins., 401(k), vacation/sick leave.  Wages are competitive and commensurate with experience.  more