Sales And Ripening Manager

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Introduction:
Our mission is to make fresh fruits and vegetables a more loved and essential part of everyone's life.

Perfection Fresh is one of Australia’s largest privately owned fresh produce companies that’s been on an exciting journey of innovation and growth since 1978.
We’re an Australian-based business that grows, packs, and markets fresh produce both domestically and internationally. You’ll recognize our produce – Qukes®, Broccolini®, Calypso® mangoes, and more.

Our history 45-year history is one of continuous progress. We’re the market leader in our field and we’ve been listed on the Australian Financial Review’s top 100 private companies in Australia.
We employ more than 2,000 people across a portfolio of farming sites, high-tech production facilities, research, corporate offices, and national logistics operations.

Learn more about us and discover other exciting opportunities at www.perfection.com.au.

Description:
As a Ripening Manager at Perfection Fresh Australia, located in Homebush Markets within the Banana Trading Floor department, you will play a crucial role in overseeing the ripening process of bananas. This permanent full-time position falls under the Sales category and offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the success of our organisation. Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the ripening process of bananas to ensure optimal quality and readiness for distribution.
• Coordinate with suppliers to schedule and receive pre-ripened banana shipments.
• Monitor ripening rooms and equipment to maintain ideal temperature, humidity, and airflow conditions.
• Implement quality control measures to assess ripeness levels and address any issues promptly.
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures for the ripening process, ensuring consistency and efficiency.
• Collaborate with the sales team to forecast ripe banana availability and fulfil customer orders accordingly.
• Lead a team of ripeners, providing guidance, training, and performance feedback as needed.
• Maintain accurate records of ripening activities, inventory levels, and waste management.

Monitor the ripening facility area and ripening rooms cleanliness and proper functioning of equipment
Respond to communications for market sales team for late orders and stock top-ups.
Locate stock and load market transport, record product type and either transfer stock or communicate to stock control team.
Transport stock to Sydney market floor/ warehouse if required

Skills and Experiences:
The ideal candidate will have:

• Prior experience in fruit or produce ripening operations, preferably within a managerial capacity.
• Strong understanding of ethylene gas application and its impact on fruit ripening.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective communication skills for liaising with suppliers, internal teams, and external stakeholders.
• A proactive approach towards problem-solving and continuous improvement initiatives within the ripening process.

Joining Perfection Fresh Australia as a Sales and Ripening Manager offers an exciting opportunity to contribute your expertise towards delivering high-quality bananas to our customers while playing a key role in driving operational excellence within the Banana Trading Floor. If you are passionate about fresh produce and possess the necessary skills and experience, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position.