Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc. is a global leader in the production, distribution, and marketing of fresh and fresh-cut fruits and vegetables. The Product Management Intern will support the Grapes Sales and Product Management group with administrative responsibilities, demand planning, sourcing strategies, and inventory management.
Responsibilities
Consolidate monthly demand plan from sales team and clients including expected delivery dates and lead times
Support sourcing strategies and opportunities according to demand plan to ensure competitive cost and fill rate
Control category specifications, prices, loading locations, logistics and quality updated
Work closely with the team to ensure all processes and payments are done on time
In addition, this position is also supporting the Grapes Sales, and Product Management group with their daily administrative responsibilities on the Berries Category
The associate will analyze, and review purchase orders, sales orders, and invoices related to sourcing, packing and delivering product to the different Del Monte Distribution Centers; manage inventory materials at the DC level and supplier location
Generate reports requested by the group to monitor costs/sales and status of each task to improve the operating income on the categories
Responsible for processing product and/or service invoices for payment based on the contract payment terms negotiated
Make sure all Food Safety audits and certificates are up to date with all grower/suppliers
Assist Mgmt with updating forecast, weekly and Monthly demand plan
Manage cost in the system for all location
Manage cost in the system for all location / Other COO
Inventory management, Allocation & Distribution. (At Consolidation point and DC’s)
Ensure product quality and shelf life within our DC’s and other locations
Send POs to the growers
Manage Grower Contracts ending dates and renewals
Ensure Food Safety Audits and certifications are up to date (Azzule system)
Quality deductions based on pack outs and USDA Inspections (CCO other than Mexico)
Process Invoices for payment for product purchase once product is received and cleared
Generate and follow thru on Advance payments and liquidations (All growers)
Assist on setting up new vendors in the system
Communication with Sales & Transportation to secure loads
Communicate to the growers any quality issues
If protection granted make sure PO is on Hold with notes in the system
Review quality inspections on inbound product to the DM DCs
Set up transfers between facilities (Direct from grower facility to DM)
Qualification
Required
Currently pursuing a bachelor's in business or related field
Previous experience on coordination and inventory management
Excellent knowledge of supply chain processes and logistics
Excellent computer skills (MS Office, Produce Pro,)
Organizational and time-management skills
Strong communication skills
Excellent organizational and project management skills
Attention to detail
Creative problem-solving with a strategic and analytical mind
Replenishment activities and terms expertise
Strong communication skills with a problem-solving attitude to support all departments
Attention and focus on customer service
Preferred
Education in Business Administration. Not required
Determination
Teamwork
Flexibility
Honesty
Creativity
Embrace Collective values
Demonstrate A Strong rapport
Ability to focus on a Shared purpose
Ability to Track & Measure objectives
A desire for growth and development
Effective communication
Benefits
At Fresh Del Monte Produce, we are dedicated to bringing fresh, wholesome products to consumers around the world.
