Warehouse Lead /Cust. Relations - Seedway - Syracuse, NY

SALARY RANGE: $21.00- $23.00

SEEDWAY, LLC is headquartered in Hall, New York and currently employs 280 employees (including seasonal workers) nationwide. SEEDWAY is part of the GROWMARK system, an agricultural subsidiary serving more than 100,000 customers across North America, Canada, and Mexico. SEEDWAY, LLC is a full-line seed company providing high quality, high-performing farm seed products as well as lawn and turf products throughout Pennsylvania, New York, New England states, Florida, and South Carolina. We offer a leading line of vegetable seed for growers in the United States and Eastern Canada.

Warehouse Lead / Customer Relations

Are you looking for a hands-on role in a fast-paced environment? We are seeking a dedicated and motivated Warehouse Lead/Customer Relations to manage inventory and processes, ensuring the delivery of accurate, high-quality products at competitive costs to Seedway customers. As a key member of our team, you will play an essential part in ensuring that our products are treated, packaged and prepared for shipment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise and lead warehouse team through delegation, training and focusing on high customer standards.

• Oversee operational processes, organizational flow, and inventory management.
• Conduct regular inspections of structural components, forklifts, and equipment to ensure safety and functionality.
• Schedule and manage equipment maintenance to maintain operational efficiency.
• Maintain and organize inventory, ensuring product compliance with state seed laws and accurate lot numbers for shipping.
• Collaborate with office staff to efficiently handle customer service and counter sales, ensuring proper documentation.
• Conduct quality control and assist in the preparation of shipments, both for border crossing and domestic sales.
• Maintain trial seed inventory and ensure it's accessible and organized.
• May be exposed to heat and cold.

Qualifications:

• Normally requires an : Associate’s Degree in agricultural or business-related field, or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years in a supervisory role with a focus on inventory and operations.
• Strong understanding of competitive practices, inventory management, and product knowledge.
• Proficiency in collaboration, communication, decision-making, and customer focus.
• Experience in quality control processes and understanding of agronomy or energy operations (preferred).
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record, ability to travel independently.
• Ability to work extended hours and be on-call as needed.

Why Join Us?

• Excellent benefits, including annual bonus incentive, 401K match.
• Health and safety-focused environment.
• A dynamic team-oriented atmosphere.

If you’re ready to take on a challenging yet rewarding position with a company that values hard work and commitment, we encourage you to apply today!

We are an equal opportunity/Disabled/Protected Veteran Employer. All individuals, regardless of demographic or other background, are encouraged to apply. Further, as a federal, state, and local contractor, we comply with government regulations and executive orders as applicable, including affirmative action responsibilities for qualified individuals with disability and protected veterans.

Employment is contingent on, among other things, receipt of an acceptable and job-related background check, drug test, motor vehicle report, and/or reference check, as applicable and permissible by law.