Market Coordinator – Pet Food

Darling Ingredients

repurposes and recycles materials from the animal agriculture and food industries, turning them into essential ingredients that feed animals, fertilize crops, fuel planes, and nourish people. We are the leading publicly traded company in this space, operating a global family of brands and businesses across more than 260 facilities in over 15 countries, advancing a circular economy.

Job Summary
The Market Coordinator for Pet Food is a critical role responsible for driving the success of our pet food team. This position serves as the central point of contact for coordinating all account activities, ensuring seamless interaction between customers, production facilities, and internal teams. The ideal candidate will excel in a fast‑paced environment, combining strong inventory management skills with exceptional customer service to uphold our commitment to quality and efficiency.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time.

Coordinate service of finished product, including inventory management, logistics, and scheduling to meet manufacturing site and customer needs.

Develop and maintain proficiency in Oracle sales, procurement, and inventory management programs.

Collaborate closely with Product Quality and Safety teams to ensure all products meet rigorous quality standards.

Serve as the primary communication link between sales managers, customers, manufacturing sites, and customer service teams.

Complete forms, paperwork, etc. in connection with customer approvals, audits, regulatory requirements, pricing, and contract fulfillment.

Oversight of administrative duties in regards to order entry, scheduling, and account receivables to ensure accuracy and timeliness.

Ensure all plant positions are completed as required by accounting and assist with financial closings.

Coordinate company participation in trade shows and conferences, including scheduling and meeting arrangements.

Identify and pursue new business opportunities through prospecting and strategic sales initiatives.

Negotiate contracts and build lasting relationships with customers.

Communicate with Darling Ingredients business lines to capitalize on synergies related to Pet Food activity.

All other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

1+ years of experience.

Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Business, Marketing, or a related field; OR equivalent work experience in agriculture, ingredient sales, or a related industry.

Preferred Qualifications

Proven experience in agricultural business or sales.

Proficiency in Oracle platforms for sales, purchasing, and inventory management.

Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills with a self‑motivated approach.

Demonstrated ability to multitask and thrive in a dynamic, team‑oriented environment.

Strong analytical and decision‑making skills.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to effectively engage with both internal and external stakeholders.

Proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Benefits
Full‑time employees receive a comprehensive benefits package, including 401(k), health, dental, and vision insurance, and paid time off.

Equal Opportunity Statement
Darling Ingredients is an equal‑opportunity employer and gives consideration to qualified applicants without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status. Know your rights: For more information, visit https://www.eeoc.gov/know-your-rights-workplace-discrimination-illegal-poster.

Physical Demands
None.

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