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Title: Senior Buyer Procurement

Reports to: Purchasing and Inventory Control Manager

Based at: Mucci International Marketing Inc., Kingsville, Ontario 

Type of Employment: Full time, permanent 5 days a week which includes, extended hours depending on workload and priorities, which will include some Saturdays. For internal purposes this role will be called a Lead Buyer.

Responsibilities Include: 

• Develop and maintain strategic sourcing documents and acquire in-depth subject matter expertise and market intelligence for category
• Independently and confidently coordinate highly complex multi-functional strategies
• Source and establish relationships with suppliers who deliver top-quality products and services at competitive prices, while upholding the highest ethical standards and conduct
• Identify problems and find creative solutions to meet customer demands
• Track, monitor and maintain purchase order deliveries to drive on-time delivery to schedules. Expedite Purchase Orders as required to meet stakeholder requirements and timelines
• Oversee Direct and Indirect Spend categories including Corrugate, Resin, Labels, MRO, Services, and Capex supplies
• Assess supplier bids using effective negotiation and procurement strategies to ensure optimal quality, pricing, delivery, and service
• Develop, implement, and oversee purchasing reporting systems (KPIs) to align with company needs
• Source and establish relationships with suppliers who deliver top-quality products and services at competitive prices, while upholding the highest ethical standards and conduct
• Perform on-going reviews of product, service, equipment, and expense usage to identify new opportunities for cost savings
• Create RFQs, search for suppliers, and issue BIDs to secure optimal cost benefits for the organization
• Provide regular updates to the Purchasing and Inventory Manager on current and potential inventory issues, accurately track all open purchase orders, and prepare reports on market conditions and organizational spending
• Analyze inventories to enhance flow, reduce waste, and establish appropriate min/max levels.
• Accurately track and monitor all open purchase orders
• Work with cross-functional teams and assist the Inventory Control team with maintaining proper inventory levels
• Perform any other job duties, tasks, and responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications:

• Post-secondary business diploma or degree or related field is preferred
• 2+ years of experience in a Purchasing/Buyer role is required
• Previous experience coaching and mentoring junior buyers would be an asset
• Previous experience in the food industry is highly desirable
• Previous experience purchasing packaging is preferred
• Proven ability to negotiate with vendors and suppliers
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Windows and ERP software
• Ability to communicate in a clear and concise manner with staff and Grower members to ensure the daily supplies of all packaging related materials
• Able to meet Company and or Customer tasks and deadlines

Physical Abilities:

• Must be able to sit, stand, and/or walk for extended periods of time
• Must be able to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with body, arms, and/or legs
• Must be able to lift material regularly up to 14 kg / 30 lbs; and occasionally up to 23 kg / 50lbs
• Must be able to climb stairs and stand on feet for an extended period of time
• Must be able to work in a temperature-controlled environment of approximately 13 ˚C / 55 ˚F

Job Requirements: The incumbent will be committed to customer service excellence and leading by example. A positive attitude in the workplace is required as is the ability to adhere to all human resources, operational and food and health safety policies and procedures.

Note: This description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties. Responsibilities, tasks, and duties of the jobholder might differ from those outlined and other duties may be assigned. 

Mucci welcomes and encourages applications with disabilities to apply. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you require a specific accommodation due to a disability or documented medical need, please contact the Human Resource Department so that arrangements can be made for the appropriate accommodation. Mucci is achieving a culture and work environment that is supportive of employees with disabilities and promotes dignity, independence, integration, and equal opportunity.

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Title: Customs Manager 

Reports to: Customs Manager (based at Kingsville) 

Based at: Mucci Pac Ltd., Kingsville, ON

Revised: June 13, 2025

Type of Employment: Full-Time, permanent, 6-days a week; and some additional hours which may include Saturdays, depending on workload and priorities. 

About Mucci Farms!
 Mucci Farms is a leader in the Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) industry, specializing in greenhouse-grown produce with a strong commitment to sustainability, innovation, and quality. We take pride in our products, service and high standards of compliance. We often exceed regulatory requirements with an eye to be compliant before new regulations are introduced. We constantly have our eye on processes and systems that can grow with us. 

Job Description:
 As the Customs Manager you will be responsible for leading a dynamic team in a fast-paced environment. The opportunity to develop, mentor, coach and share in the success of direct report staff and work with corporate level staff to keep ahead of impending regulations relative to the international movement of fresh produce. Working in a fast-paced environment while ensuring high level regulatory compliance is essential to the success of Mucci Farms. Leading a team to success is essential in this role, as the operations run 24/7/365 and grow significantly each year.

Job Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

• To lead, streamline, assess and affect inbound & outbound Grower and Purchase Product clearances for successful Operational Execution, both continental and intercontinental
• To support technological innovation and Subject Matter Expertise for the areas supported by Customs
• Support audits: CBP, CBSA, FDA and other 3rd party audit requests
• Hire, terminate, develop, retain and refine direct report staff to ensure efficient internal customer service levels are attained in a 24/7/363 environment
• This role function is to maximize product movement while allowing Operations to execute customer orders. Influencing expediency and execution of operational delivery
• Knowledge of FSMA and FSVP required
• Intimate and current knowledge of all applicable customs controls pertaining to produce and packaging related items
• Liaise with Mucci operations across North America as needed to coordinate import / export requirements for those locations
• Strong working knowledge of FSMA, APICS
• Maintaining relationships with and management of external Customs Broker relationships including selecting, hiring and terminating partnerships with external vendors
• Providing real time feedback on any discrepancies, changes or alterations to schedule related to Customs processing
• Maintaining, initiating and balancing base accounting for the transactions being handled by the direct Customs team
• Navigating any applicable permitting, annual certification and licensing required as a shipper of fresh, living produce
• Liaise with Purchasing and Procurement when inbound quality, count or schedule of inbound international shipments. Address and correct at root with Procurement / Purchasing
• Providing Peer level guidance to Production and Commodity Inventory Managers on incoming / arrived product status and any deviations that may need to be considered
• Providing Procurement and Purchasing with actionable metrics with which to manage grower / supplier accountability on margins.
• Escalating grower quality concerns affecting operations and working with procurement / purchasing
• Maintaining adequate staffing to reduce costs while maintaining internal service standards

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Bachelor’s degree in business or equivalent education/experience in international distribution or related field
• Minimum CCS with 3+ years of supervisory experience in operations/distribution or related business
• Previous supervisory or leadership experience is required
• Ability to influence those that are not direct reports
• Proven ability to communicate in a clear and concise manner to all levels of the organization
• Outstanding organization skills and attention to detain
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Occasional need to travel to OH, MI. Day Travel, <5% 
• Exceptional communication skills and ability to communicate with external and internal customers at all levels
• Outstanding leadership abilities and teamwork orientation
• Ability to review and understand complex regulations pertaining to import/export of perishable goods
• Strong computer skills, with ability to use Microsoft Office, Excel and comfort with systems
• Strong knowledge of CARM and ACE - Surety bonds, continuous bonds, - track bond saturations levels and manage applications for adjustments and renewal. 
• Strong knowledge of ACH and accounting basics.               
• FDA, CFIA, APHIS, permits would be an asset
• Maybe asked to complete other tasks based on experience and qualifications

Physical Abilities: 

• Must be able to sit for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to deal with challenging employees and/or situations. 

Job Requirements: The incumbent will be committed to customer service excellence and leading by example. A positive attitude in the workplace is required as is the ability to adhere to all human resources, operational and food and health safety policies and procedures.

Note: This description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties. Responsibilities, tasks, and duties of the jobholder might differ from those outlined and other duties may be assigned. #IND

Title: Logistics Assistant

Reports to: Logistics Manager

Based at: Mucci International Marketing Inc., Kingsville, Ontario.

Type of Employment: Full time, permanent, 6-days a week, Monday to Saturday, and potentially extended hours depending on workload and priorities.

Job Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

• Monitor and Operate TMS (Transportation Management System) and various Customer web portals.
• Scheduling customer delivery appointments and carrier pick up times
• Constant proactive monitoring of the transportation network looking for potential failures and optimizations.
• Tracking outbound loads due for delivery and actively engage any carrier service failures. Escalating as necessary
• Booking customer delivery appointments based on customer profile and Outbound Planner sequencing
• High frequency communication with Mucci DC Operations advising of any reschedules, deliveries that will miss appointments. Proactively communicating where possible.
• Actively rescheduling, adjusting loads based on operational activities.
• Supporting In and Out bound load planners
• Scheduling redirects and working with Sales on repositioning of rejected product.
• Escalating and logging carrier performance concerns to Outbound planner and manager to ensure service issues are communicated.
• Any other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• 1 – 3 years logistics or related experience.
• Ability to work independently, employing critical thinking skills. This is a very tactical role.
• Ability to reprioritize frequently based on tactical needs.
• Ability to remain calm and communicate effectively under pressure.
• Sense of urgency. This role is a trigger point for service failures. Rapid communication around service failures is a core of this role. Rejections and Missed Delivery Appts
• Ability to communicate effectively (written, oral and spoken) in English.
• Ability to perform repetitive communications and follow up to drive outstanding transportation issues to conclusion.
• Experience with Microsoft Office programs, especially Excel and Outlook are required.
• Ability to work with independently and within a team setting.
• Ability to prioritize, multi-task and deal with time sensitive deadlines and priorities.
• A flexible work schedule including extended hours and weekends.
• Post secondary education in a related field will be considered an asset.

Physical Abilities:

• Must be able to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with body, arms, and/or legs.
• Must be able to lift material up to 14 kg / 30 lbs.; and occasionally up to 23 kg / 50lbs.
• Able to climb stairs and stand on feet for an extended period of time.
• Work in a temperature-controlled environment of approximately 13 ˚C / 55 ˚F.

Job Requirements: The incumbent will be committed to customer service excellence and leading by example. A positive attitude in the workplace is required as is the ability to adhere to all human resources, operational and food and health safety policies and procedures.

Note: this description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties. Responsibilities, tasks, and duties of the jobholder might differ from those outlined and other duties may be assigned.

Mucci Farms welcomes and encourages applications with disabilities to apply. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you require a specific accommodation due to a disability or documented medical need, please contact the Human Resource Department so that arrangements can be made for the appropriate accommodation. Mucci Farms is achieving a culture and work environment that is supportive of employees with disabilities and promotes dignity, independence, integration, and equal opportunity.

Part time, permanent, weekends, and potentially extended hours depending on workload and priorities (unless stipulated otherwise in offer of employment).

Job Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

• Examine contents and temperatures, compare with records such as manifests, invoices, certifications, bill of ladings, to verify accuracy of produce and dry good incoming loads.
• Confer and correspond with establishment representatives to rectify problems, such as damages, shortages, and complete OSD&R forms.
• Keep open lines of communication with all departments, to address needs or issues and respond to emails in a timely and professional manner.
• Record shipment data in famous and TMS software.
• Requisition dry good items from other facilities, loading, and ensure items sent in a timely manner to not disturb packing schedules.
• Plan and enter the transfer orders for both dry good and produce as requested for the day’s workload.
• Coordinate, organize, and oversee forklift drivers on daily priorities and sequence of inbound loads.
• Drive forklift as needed to assist with a timely offloading of priorities, following FIFO and scanning procedures.
• Assist Receiving Supervisor as needed and directed with health and safety documentation, handling/freight charges and tracking.
• Assist with training new hires, overseeing their entries and providing assistance as needed.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Safe driver as a forklift operator and conduct daily equipment inspections.
• Previous experience with vegetables or comparable environment is preferred.
• Related experience in logistics will be considered an asset; however, training will be provided to the successful candidate.
• Ability to conduct basic mathematical calculations.
• Ability to communicate effectively (written, oral and spoken) in English.
• Experience with Microsoft Office programs including Microsoft Outlook.
• Knowledge of Famous and RedLine Cooler programs (for inventory management) will be considered an asset.
• Must be able to work independently or within a team setting.
• Positive attitude, punctual and willing to grow within the company.

Physical Abilities:

• Must be able to sit, stand, and/or walk for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with body, arms, and/or legs.
• Must be able to lift material regularly up to 14 kg / 30 lbs; and occasionally up to 23 kg / 50lbs.
• Must be able to climb stairs and stand on feet for an extended period of time.
• Must be able to work in a temperature-controlled environment of approximately 13 ˚C / 55 ˚F.

Job Requirements: The incumbent will be committed to customer service excellence and leading by example. A positive attitude in the workplace is required as is the ability to adhere to all human resources, operational and food and health safety policies and procedures.

Note: This description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties. Responsibilities, tasks, and duties of the jobholder might differ from those outlined and other duties may be assigned.

Title:  Quality Inspector

Reports to:  Quality Manager

Based at:  Mucci Pac, Kingsville, ON

Type of Employment:  Full time, permanent, 6-days a week, Monday to Saturday, steady afternoon shift or and potentially extended hours depending on workload and priorities, which could include possible Sunday shifts (unless otherwise stipulated in offer of employment).

Revision Date:  February 21, 2025

Job Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

• Examine and inspect containers, materials, and products in order to ensure that packing specifications are met, using CFIA/ USDA grades & standards as reference to complete inspections on various greenhouse commodities.
• Obtain, move, and sort products, materials, containers, and orders.
• Measure, weigh, and count products and materials.
• Record product, packaging, and order information on specified forms and records.
• Examine contents and compare with records, such as manifests, invoices, or orders, to verify accuracy of incoming or outgoing shipment.
• Confer and correspond with establishment representatives to rectify problems, such as damages, shortages, and nonconformance to specifications.
• Utilize mobile application and smart devices to take photos and prepare quality reports for distribution to other departments.
• Support and drive the execution of the company goals and department KPI’s.
• Communicate identified issues or concerns to the team leader, supervisor or manager.
• Comply with the company standard of Food Safety and Environmental Health and Safety.
• Any additional tasks as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to conduct basic mathematical calculations.
• Ability to communicate effectively (written and orally) in English.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook.
• Knowledge of Famous and RedLine Cooler programs considered an asset.
• Must be able to work independently or within a team setting.
• Positive attitude, punctual and willing to grow within the company.

Physical Abilities:

• Must be able to sit, stand, and/or walk for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with body, arms, and/or legs.
• Must be able to lift material regularly up to 14 kg / 30 lbs; and occasionally up to 23 kg / 50lbs.
• Must be able to climb stairs and stand on feet for an extended period.
• Must be able to work in a temperature-controlled environment of approximately 10 ˚C / 50 ˚F.

Job Requirements: The incumbent will be committed to customer service excellence and leading by example. A positive attitude in the workplace is required as is the ability to adhere to all human resources, operational and food and health safety policies and procedures.

Note: This description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties. Responsibilities, tasks, and duties of the jobholder might differ from those outlined and other duties may be assigned. 

Mucci welcomes and encourages applications with disabilities to apply. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you require a specific accommodation due to a disability or documented medical need, please contact the Human Resource Department so that arrangements can be made for the appropriate accommodation. Mucci is achieving a culture and work environment that is supportive of employees with disabilities and promotes dignity, independence, integration, and equal opportunity.