Westfalia Fruit is a leading multinational supplier of fresh fruit and related value added products to global markets. Through our vertically-integrated supply chain we grow, source, ripen, pack, process and market quality avocadoes & fresh produce – 365 days a year & across the globe.
With the largest avocado-growing footprint in the world, we are recognised as the leading #avoexperts, and considered as the supplier of choice to both retail & wholesale customers whom we serve from sales offices in the UK, Europe, North America, Latin America & Southern Africa.
We’re looking for a Product Manager to join our team in Spalding, UK.
You will be able to manage stock so that it is correctly stored, ripened and allocated to customer specifications whilst minimising wastage.
Responsibilities include:
* Inspect, control, and report on raw materials.
* Manage, rotate, and allocate stock effectively.
* Monitor and report yields and defects by pallet and grower.
* Maintain accurate daily stock records and allocations.
* Oversee and manage the ripeners.
* Update stock information on the Prophet computer system.
* Supervise external surveyors and maintain relevant records.
* Prepare customer samples as needed.
* Conduct visits to outside stores, ports of entry, and producers as required.
* Adhere to and enforce company Health and Safety policies.
* Ensure food safety, integrity, and hygiene standards are maintained.
* Report any food safety or integrity concerns to management immediately.
Requirements
* Experience in quality testing fruit
* Able to work 4 on 4 off shift pattern
* Able to work in Microsoft Word and Excel.
* Must be able to work from own initiative and solve problems.
* Must be motivated and reliable.
* Good organisational skills
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