About The Opportunity
At Driscoll’s, we are passionate about delivering the finest berries to our customers worldwide. For our site in Maidstone, we are looking for a structured and proactive Allocation Assistant who will play a key role in coordinating and optimizing our production and stock allocation processes.
Location: UK - Maidstone
Job Family: Supply Chain
Time Type: Full time
Job Requisition ID: R0008950
Experience Years: 0-3 Years of Experience
Employee Type: Regular
Remote Type: Onsite
As an Allocation Assistant, you ensure that our fruit is allocated to production orders in the right quantities, at the right time, and according to the correct specifications. You act as a key link between Supply Chain, Production, and Sales, contributing to a smooth and efficient operation within the packhouse.
Responsibilities
* Allocate fruit to production orders in a timely and accurate manner
* Create, manage, and process production jobs and orders in the system
* Monitor stock levels, incoming goods, and anticipate shortages
* Review product quality and packaging prior to allocation
* Liaise closely with Supply Chain, Sales, Technical, and Production teams
* Identify and resolve stock discrepancies
* Manage returned stock and related administrative processes
* Maintain and update systems, documentation, and Bills of Materials (BOMs)
* Participate in daily and weekly planning meetings
What We Offer
* A role within an international and fast-growing organization
* A dynamic position with responsibility and impact
* An informal and collaborative working environment
* Opportunities for personal development and growth
Candidate Profile
We are looking for a structured and proactive professional who thrives in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. You are a strong communicator, detail-oriented, and able to prioritize effectively while collaborating cross-functionally within the organization.
* Proven experience in a similar role, preferably within food or fresh produce
* Strong organizational and planning skills with the ability to meet deadlines
* High attention to detail and accuracy
* Ability to make decisions and perform under pressure
* Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
* Experience with ERP systems (Prophet is a plus) and Microsoft Office
* Willingness to work in a packhouse environment, including unsociable hours
About Driscolls
Driscoll's is the global market leader for fresh strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries. With more than 100 years of farming heritage and hundreds of independent growers around the world, Driscoll's is passionate about growing fresh, beautiful and delicious berries. Our values of humility, passion and trustworthiness have guided our mission to delight consumers around the world. Driscoll's exclusive patented berry varieties are developed through years of research using only natural breeding methods – meaning, no GMOs. From farm-to-table, we focus on delivering a high quality, premium berry experience with our many supply chain partners. Driscoll's is the trusted brand for Only the Finest Berries.
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