Feed Ingredient Coordinator

Perdue Farms, Inc.; Salisbury (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Rx benefits

401(k) with employer match

Dental, vision, life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Perdue AgriBusiness is seeking a Feed Ingredient Coordinator to maintain ingredient inventory, coordinate inbound deliveries, and collaborate with suppliers and internal teams to keep the feed mill supply chain running smoothly.

In this role you will also support freight payment processing, supplier compliance, and essential mill documentation, contributing to operational excellence in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1-5 years of customer service experience in the poultry industry or a similar industry.
• Understanding of standard software applications, including Microsoft Office.
• Strong math, communication, organizational, and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and communicate ingredient inventory levels across feed mill locations, proactively identifying and addressing discrepancies to ensure accuracy and availability.
• Schedule inbound ingredient deliveries to Perdue feed mills, balancing vendor availability, logistical constraints, and operational priorities.
• Serve as the key point of contact for suppliers, ensuring timely and efficient execution of delivery schedules.
• Review, validate, and approve freight-related invoices and payments in the Direct Stamp Approval System.
• Enter load data into the transportation dispatch system.
• Administer and manage Supplier Survey Forms for the Process Verified Program, ensuring supplier compliance with corporate and regulatory standards.
• Manage, maintain, and update feed mill profile documentation, ensuring accurate representation of mill capabilities.

Skills

Customer service

Math skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Perdue AgriBusiness is an international agricultural products and services company that handles agricultural commodities and a diverse portfolio of products and businesses. It is part of Perdue Farms, a fourth-generation, family-owned food and agricultural business deeply rooted in tradition yet with a forward-thinking mindset. We believe that success starts with our people, and our culture is built on a foundation of teamwork, integrity, and respect, where every voice matters and everyone is encouraged to contribute to our shared goals. We are dedicated to creating a supportive, inclusive environment where associates feel valued and inspired to make an impact, both within the company and in the communities we serve. From promoting growth and development to prioritizing work-life balance, we’re committed to helping our team members thrive. That's Perdue.

Summary

Keep feed mill operations running efficiently by ensuring the right ingredients are in the right place at the right time. As a Feed Ingredient Coordinator, you will manage ingredient inventory levels, coordinate inbound deliveries, and partner with suppliers, transportation providers, and internal teams to maintain a reliable supply chain. You will also support freight payment processing, supplier compliance, and feed mill documentation to help drive operational excellence. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented, organized professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys solving logistical challenges, and takes pride in keeping critical operations running smoothly.

The salary range for this position is $60,000 - $90,000 per year, based on experience and qualifications with annual bonus available (variable depending on performance).

In addition to the base salary, Perdue offers a competitive benefits package, including medical/Rx, 401(k) with employer match after 1 year, critical illness, accident insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, optional group life insurance, short-term and long-term disability protection, flexible spending accounts and paid time off.

Principal Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage and communicate ingredient inventory levels across feed mill locations, proactively identifying and addressing discrepancies to ensure accuracy and availability.

• Schedule inbound ingredient deliveries to Perdue feed mills, balancing vendor availability, logistical constraints, and operational priorities.

• Serve as the key point of contact for suppliers, ensuring timely and efficient execution of delivery schedules.

• Review, validate, and approve freight-related invoices and payments in the Direct Stamp Approval System.

• Enter load data into the transportation dispatch system.

• Administer and manage Supplier Survey Forms for the Process Verified Program, ensuring supplier compliance with corporate and regulatory standards.

• Manage, maintain, and update feed mill profile documentation, ensuring accurate representation of mill capabilities.

Minimum Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• 1-5 years of customer service experience in the poultry industry or a similar industry or field.

• Understanding of standard software applications, including Microsoft Office.

• Strong math, communication, organizational, and analytical skills.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Understanding of poultry and/or agriculture.

Physical Requirements and Environmental Factors

• Able to communicate by telephone and use standard office equipment.

• Able to move freely throughout the facility, including climbing vertical heights (0-50 feet).

• Able to lift up to 50 pounds.

• Able to work in environments with extreme temperatures (0-100°F), humidity (0-100%), noise levels (50-100 dB), and exposure to chemicals (Safety Data Sheets available).

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Perdue Farms Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.