Warehouse, Supply Chain ​/ Intl. Trade

Inventory & Distribution Planner

At Pilgrim's, Safety Is a Condition, which means the safety of our team members comes first — always. Are you a highly organized and detail-driven professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment? Do you enjoy managing inventory, coordinating with vendors, and ensuring operations run efficiently from start to finish? If you're ready to play a critical role in supporting our operations through accuracy, accountability, and strong partnership, we want you on our team!

Join us in this impactful Inventory & Distribution Planner role where you won't just manage inventory — you'll help drive operational success across our Barn Construction & Parts operations.

Responsibilities:
As an Inventory & Distribution Planner, you will play a key role in managing purchasing, inventory control, and distribution processes. You will ensure accuracy in inventory systems, maintain strong vendor relationships, and support financial and operational reporting.

• Purchasing & Vendor Coordination:
Create purchase and service requisitions, partner with vendors to secure best pricing, and manage purchase orders within SAP.

• Inventory Management:
Maintain accurate inventory records, process receipts, charges, and requisitions, and ensure proper stock levels across parts and supply systems.

• Invoice & Accounts Coordination:
Submit invoices to accounts payable, reconcile discrepancies, and collaborate with vendors and accounting to resolve issues related to pricing, delivery, or quality.

• Accounting & Financial Tracking:
Support accounting functions including journal entries, cost tracking, and reporting for barn construction and parts department operations.

• Project & Job Costing:
Manage grower and barn construction accounts, track labor and material costs, and ensure expenses are accurately charged to the appropriate cost centers and jobs.

• Data Management & Reporting:
Maintain spreadsheets, run reports, analyze purchase and inventory data, and investigate variances to ensure accuracy.

• System & Vendor Setup:
Assist with new vendor setup and item creation in SAP, including compliance documentation such as SDS requirements.

• Inventory Audits:
Perform cycle counts, investigate discrepancies, and ensure inventory accuracy aligns with company policies.

• Product Lifecycle Management:
Coordinate the handling and disposal of outdated or obsolete products in partnership with vendors and compliance teams.

• Safety & Compliance:
Maintain safety records, conduct inspections, and ensure compliance with company policies, including SDS documentation.

• Freight & Distribution Support:
Verify, unload, and organize incoming freight and distribute parts and supplies while ensuring proper documentation.

• Budget Support:
Participate in the annual budgeting process for the department.

• Additional Duties:
Perform other responsibilities as needed to support operations and team success.

What You'll Need

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Education:

High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required;
Associate's degree preferred.

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Experience:

Minimum of 3 years of inventory, purchasing, or related operational experience required.

• Systems Knowledge:
Experience with SAP and inventory systems strongly preferred.

• Technical

Skills:

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.

• Accounting Knowledge:
Basic accounting and financial tracking experience preferred.

• Analytical

Skills:

Strong ability to analyze data, identify discrepancies, and resolve issues effectively.

• Communication

Skills:

Ability to communicate clearly and professionally, both verbally and in writing.

• Organization & Accuracy:
High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

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Physical Requirements:

Ability to lift up to 40–50 pounds and perform physical inventory tasks as needed.

Why Work for Pilgrim's?

• Schedule:
  
  Monday – Friday with occasional Saturdays. Flexible day shift hours.
• Benefits:
  Medical, dental, and vision coverage beginning after 60 days of employment.
• Paid Time Off:
  Vacation, sick leave, company-observed holidays, and any other statutorily required paid leave.
• 401(k):
  Company match begins after the…