Ag Purchasing Coordinator

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Job Title: Ag Purchasing Coordinator
Location: Glencoe, MN, Midwest United States, USA

Company: Seneca Foods Corporation
Industry Sector: Agribusiness
Industry Type: Food & Beverage Products and Processing
Career Type: General
Job Type: Full Time
Salary: Competitive
Job Description: Seneca Foods is one of North America's leading providers of packaged fruits and vegetables with facilities located throughout the United States. Our high quality products are primarily sourced from over 1,400 American farms. Seneca holds the largest share of the retail private label, food service, and export canned vegetable markets, distributing to over 90 countries. Products are also sold under the brands of Libbys, Aunt Nellies, READ, Seneca Farms, Green Valley, Green Giant (Shelf-Stable), CherryMan, Paradise, Pennant, and Seneca labels, including Seneca snack chips. Seneca also provides vegetable products to other companies under various co-pack arrangements.

Seneca Foods offers an excellent benefit package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life insurance, 401K, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Paid Time Off and more! Help us make our Farm Fresh Goodness Great! Come join the Seneca Foods team Apply now!

Seneca Foods in Glencoe MN is currently seeking a full-time Ag Purchasing Coordinator to join our team.Seneca Foods offers an excellent benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401K, paid time off and much more! Help us make our Farm Fresh Goodness Great!

Responsibilities:

Data entry and purchasing of Maintenance Repair and Overhaul (MRO) budget items, operating supplies, and capital items as required by the Ag department
Acts as the main point of contact for Supervisors, Mechanics, and Leads in planning Ag repairs and ordering parts/ equipment to establish the timing/ schedule so that supplies are on hand as needed and just in time
Maintains an accurate, minimal, and organized inventory
Verifies receiving records and inbound shipments to ensure accurate quantities and part numbers
Issues and tracks tools and supplies to employees
Maintains relationships and communication with vendors and other Seneca locations
Completes research to maintain competitive quotes and purchase prices
Pick up and deliver parts or miscellaneous as needed
Supervise seasonal stockroom labor during pack and assist in hiring of seasonal stockroom help
Cross trains with Maintenance, Plant Purchaser, and other support roles as needed
Ensure that GMPs (General manufacturing Practices), safety rules and regulations are being followed and enforced
Responsible for maintaining Ag Shop E-Binder items as necessary
Responsible for clerical items necessary as assigned by the Supervisor or Dept Manager
Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Two-year college degree and/ or purchasing experience preferred
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Established computer software and office equipment skills required (i.e. MS Excel, MS Word, SAP, MaintiMizer, fax machine)
Possession of a valid Drivers License and Commercial Drivers License required
Willingness and ability to work in a team environment
Strong communication skills

Starting wage range based on skills, abilities, and experience from $22.00 to $26.00 per hour.

We strive to attract and maintain a workforce that enriches our team experience and supports our shared vision for the future. At Seneca, you'll be part of a team of highly qualified and dedicated individuals. We believe in making the world a healthier, happier place starting with our own employees. At Seneca, you'll feel good about what you do. In fact, many of our people have been with us for decades, helping advance our company.
If any of this sounds interesting to you and you want to learn more, apply today!

Seneca Foods Corporation is committed to providing equal opportunity for all, through a positive and continuing affirmative action program. No employee or applicant will be discriminated against because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, military and/or veteran status or any other Federal or State legally protected classes. Seneca Foods Corporation will make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity and feel you need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), or call 585-495-4100.

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Job Post Date: 02/15/25