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* Manages and directs the order selection and shipping aspects of the warehouse. * Oversees all work assignments to meet shipping schedules, utilizing knowledge of shipping procedures.* Oversees incoming and outgoing shipping activities to ensure accuracy, completeness and condition of shipments.* Overseas Production Leads, providing guidance to maintain production metrics.* Maintains focus on productivity, cost control, efficiencies and improvements.* Monitors, evaluates… Show more * Manages and directs the order selection and shipping aspects of the warehouse. * Oversees all work assignments to meet shipping schedules, utilizing knowledge of shipping procedures.* Oversees incoming and outgoing shipping activities to ensure accuracy, completeness and condition of shipments.* Overseas Production Leads, providing guidance to maintain production metrics.* Maintains focus on productivity, cost control, efficiencies and improvements.* Monitors, evaluates and reports KPI's to Senior Management.* Monitors and enforces warehouse food safety, health and safety, security programs and activities.* Monitors company policies, procedures, and enforces all applicable industry policies and regulations.* Responsible for appraising employee performance, addressing staff challenges and resolving problems* Responsible for the identifying and referring to upper management any facility maintenance problems and defective tools, equipment and machinery.* Plan, develop, and implement strategic projects and plans to improve the operating quality and efficiency of the warehouse.* Ensures all product is sorted, labeled and packaged meeting Frieda’s quality standards.* Provides produce packing materials and labels as required for in-house use and outside contractors.* Maintains production metrics and achieve labor standards as established for production.* Responsible for the accuracy of information in work orders such as lot numbers, weights, counts of packed product, returns, dumps and donations.* Responsible to report any malfunction with production equipment and to make sure all equipment and tools are properly maintained.* Plans daily workload and schedules production personnel to meet business needs.* Facilitates employee training and leads staff meetings. * Carries out management responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Show less

* Coordinate and implement solutions from process analysis and general department projects.* Responsible for meeting department productivity and quality goals.* Communicate with Supervisors, other Managers, and COO on Department operations.* Works closely with key department heads on problem solving, issue resolution, and process management.* Promotes continuous improvement for the warehouse related functions utilizing quality process and participation.* Maintains proactive… Show more * Coordinate and implement solutions from process analysis and general department projects.* Responsible for meeting department productivity and quality goals.* Communicate with Supervisors, other Managers, and COO on Department operations.* Works closely with key department heads on problem solving, issue resolution, and process management.* Promotes continuous improvement for the warehouse related functions utilizing quality process and participation.* Maintains proactive working relationships with internal customers and assists with resolving complex operational problems. Show less

* Is responsible for meeting/exceeding established inside sales and margin goals for designated territory.* Identifies and develops new sales opportunities within existing accounts; works closely with Business Development Team on prospecting.* Interacts and collaborates with Sales Assistants and Business Development Team to create, manage and execute formalized business plans.* Interacts and collaborates with other departments with regards to sourcing, logistics, packaging and other… Show more * Is responsible for meeting/exceeding established inside sales and margin goals for designated territory.* Identifies and develops new sales opportunities within existing accounts; works closely with Business Development Team on prospecting.* Interacts and collaborates with Sales Assistants and Business Development Team to create, manage and execute formalized business plans.* Interacts and collaborates with other departments with regards to sourcing, logistics, packaging and other related items in order to service clients.* Develops and maintains positive long term client relationships by up-selling and cross-selling.* Maintains consistent client contact and proactively uses the company’s CRM program (Maximizer) to keep sales team updated.* Manages and resolves all conflicts with clients.* Assists with logistics (air, truck and rail), when necessary.* Will occasionally travel outside the office to conduct sales calls, represent the Company at industry trade shows/events, and visit growers or L.A. Produce Market. Show less

Responsible for the Business Development of the Fruit Shoot single serve franchise in the West Division market through the PepsiCo DSD business. Partnered with Pepsi Beverage Company Sales and Operation teams ensuring alignment and execution of all Fruit Shoot strategies, selling programs and promotions. Called on PepsiCo National Food Service Accounts in the US Market carring Fruit Shoot. Expertise in running business within multiple channels including Grocery, Convenience & Gas, IBS… Show more Responsible for the Business Development of the Fruit Shoot single serve franchise in the West Division market through the PepsiCo DSD business. Partnered with Pepsi Beverage Company Sales and Operation teams ensuring alignment and execution of all Fruit Shoot strategies, selling programs and promotions. Called on PepsiCo National Food Service Accounts in the US Market carring Fruit Shoot. Expertise in running business within multiple channels including Grocery, Convenience & Gas, IBS, Dollar & Drug, Mass, Club and Food Service. "Britvic is the largest supplier of branded still soft drinks and number two supplier of branded carbonated soft drinks in GB and it is an industry leader in Ireland and France. Major focus on kids juice drinks and the Fruit Shoot brand in the US." Show less

Develop a high-performing team, set strategy, and provided leadership within and outside of the group, representing the customer, brand, and marketing as needed. Developed and mentored team members to establish strong bench of talent, managing and influencing 8 direct Representatives and 1 Merchandising Manager overseeing 36 merchandisers. Oversaw an effective communication process between multiple parties to maximize the execution of all promotions and programs. Built key business… Show more Develop a high-performing team, set strategy, and provided leadership within and outside of the group, representing the customer, brand, and marketing as needed. Developed and mentored team members to establish strong bench of talent, managing and influencing 8 direct Representatives and 1 Merchandising Manager overseeing 36 merchandisers. Oversaw an effective communication process between multiple parties to maximize the execution of all promotions and programs. Built key business growth initiatives around distribution, availability, promotion, display, merchandising, and price plans. Show less

Providied overall leadership and execution of a Sales and Distribution strategy. Maximize volume and revenue in a defined geography in a direct store delivery go-to-market environment. Provide leadership to management and frontline employees with varying job responsibilities including logistics, distribution, delivery, supporting warehouse and customer service. Built and maintained strategic partnerships with customers and drive customer satisfaction through superior service and execution.… Show more Providied overall leadership and execution of a Sales and Distribution strategy. Maximize volume and revenue in a defined geography in a direct store delivery go-to-market environment. Provide leadership to management and frontline employees with varying job responsibilities including logistics, distribution, delivery, supporting warehouse and customer service. Built and maintained strategic partnerships with customers and drive customer satisfaction through superior service and execution. Maintained a high levels of execution through efficient route sales and delivery, customer orders, productivity attainment, analysis and effective staffing. Activated local and national marketplace initiatives and promotions to build brand development and maximize brand performance. Effectively lead overall delivery operations. Developed the organization by managing performance and developing individual capability while ensureing the team delivers volume and revenue results while managing costs. Show less

Maximized volume and revenue in key assigned Retail & Food Service accounts by utilizing fact-based selling methods. Built and maintained strategic partnerships with customers to drive customer satisfaction through superior service and execution. Activate local and national marketplace initiatives and promotions to build brand development and maximize brand performance. Ensured customers are complying with PBC contract requirements. Presented quarterly presentations. Worked closely with the… Show more Maximized volume and revenue in key assigned Retail & Food Service accounts by utilizing fact-based selling methods. Built and maintained strategic partnerships with customers to drive customer satisfaction through superior service and execution. Activate local and national marketplace initiatives and promotions to build brand development and maximize brand performance. Ensured customers are complying with PBC contract requirements. Presented quarterly presentations. Worked closely with the Selling Operations team to improve overall customer satisfaction. Analyzed customer information and business trends using IRI and Nielsen data to identify and expand business opportunities. Was responsible for coordinating fountain, bottle and can and supply income growth. Provided business coaching and career development guidance to direct reports and team. Show less