DescriptionPosition at Pilgrim's POSITION SUMMARY:The Inventory & Distribution Planner is responsible for purchasing and inventory control, verifying and unloading incoming freight.Responsible for accurate and timely data entry of inventory transactions (requisitions, receipts, charges, etc.)Perform accounting functions for St. Cloud Parts Departments and Barn Construction operations.Manage all the safety records and training.
At Pilgrim's, Safety Is A Condition, which means the safety of our team members comes first - always.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Create purchase and service requisitions while working with vendors on best price for parts, equipment, vaccine, medications, and new barn construction and remodel projects. Receive purchase orders in SAP.Submit vendor invoices to accounts payable in a timely manner in correct format, making sure pricing and quantity matches SAP purchase order. Reconcile vendor invoice discrepancies and work with accounting and vendors to resolve any issues including quality, service and delivery.Maintain all grower accounts and new barn accounts, including SAP set up; charge parts and labor to appropriate sub jobs, run reports to cross reference parts and invoices to specific jobs and cost centers, maintain all spreadsheets to track progress of jobs, accurately and timely charge out grower A/R and Barn Flock parts and supplies using appropriate GL accounts.Responsible for maintaining accounting functions for barn construction and the barn and parts inventory systems; review final data/reports for new barn construction, making needed journal entries/corrections/adjustments and investigating variances. Close barn construction jobs ensuring payments are received and posted to correct accounts.Responsible for setup of new vendors with Vendor Management and new or extending existing items with Material Master, including SDS research and submission.Research purchase history and invoices on products purchased for Warranty Claims. Fill out proper paperwork to make the claim and track progress to ensure inventory remains accurate.Quarterly Cycle Counts on all MRO materials maintained as inventory within SAP to maintain accurate and timely inventory levels in accordance with company policy. Investigate discrepancies and issues as necessary.Maintains all the safety records; including monthly and quarterly inspections to keep the parts department in compliance with the company policies including keeping the SDS books up to date.Participate in annual budget process for the Barn/Parts department.Unloads freight and puts the freight in the proper location. Also hands out the proper parts and supplies to contract growers and servicemen, making sure the proper paperwork is filled out.Other duties as requiredEXPECTATIONS – all Team Members Observe & enforce all company personnel, quality, safety, and food safety policies.Maintains a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating so that you work effectively and cooperatively with customers, clients, coworkers, and leadership teams.Participates in process improvement and problem-solving utilizing continuous improvement and rational thinking methodologies such as Six Sigma, and participates in or supports the E$P programRecognizes and acts on incidents and safety risks. Consistently practices, and enforces safe work habits and drives those habits throughout the organizationWORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a team member encounters while performing the essential function of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the team member will be exposed to an office environment. The noise level in the office environment is usually quiet.
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS and BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: High School diploma or equivalent (GED) is required, Associate's degree is preferredThree years of prior experience is requiredMust be able to communicate effectively, orally and in writingMust have excellent computer skills in Microsoft ExcelSAP experience strongly preferredMust have good analytical and project management skillsMust be able to lift 40-50 lbsTo perform this job successfully, applicant must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.CANDIDATES ARE EXPECTED TO: Must be willing to work a flexible schedule.Be efficient and detail-orientedAble to maintain a positive attitude while dealing with multiple tasksAble to work independently and exhibit PPC's values to uphold the Management Pillar.EOE/VET/DISABLED
