Business Development InternAt — Quick Produce LLC

Regional Management taking care of LA county, Orange County, and Riverside County orders for produce and meat. 

Tasks:

1. Order Management and Processing • Enter and update customer orders in the order management system. • Verify delivery schedules and ensure all information is accurate and up to date. • Track order progress and communicate delays or issues to appropriate parties. 2. Inventory and Supply Chain Support • Assist with maintaining accurate inventory records using digital tracking systems. • Monitor incoming and outgoing shipments and help reconcile discrepancies. • Support reordering processes by preparing supplier order forms or reports. 3. Customer and Vendor Communication • Respond to inquiries from customers and vendors via phone and email professionally. • Assist with resolving delivery issues, complaints, or special requests. • Draft professional correspondence and service updates to customers. 4. Data Management and Reporting • Compile weekly and monthly reports on deliveries, order fulfillment rates, and customer feedback. • Assist in data analysis to identify patterns or inefficiencies in delivery operations. • Prepare charts, spreadsheets, or summaries for internal team use. 5. Scheduling and Logistics Coordination • Help coordinate delivery driver schedules and optimize routes using logistics software. • Maintain shared calendars and assist in setting up team meetings or dispatch check-ins. • Document and update standard operating procedures for logistics workflows.

Training:

General Orientation: Interns will receive an introduction to company policies, procedures, and the produce delivery workflow during their first week. • Mentor Meetings: Weekly one-on-one check-ins with a supervisor to provide guidance, feedback, and track progress toward learning goals. • Job Shadowing: Early in the internship, students will observe experienced staff to understand administrative and logistics tasks in context. • Task Briefings: Each new assignment will include a short explanation of its purpose and relevance to business operations. • On-the-Job Training: Interns will receive hands-on instruction in software tools, customer communication, and data management throughout the placement

Learning Outcome:

Develop Proficiency in Administrative and Logistics Software
Gain hands-on experience using tools like spreadsheets, order tracking systems, and scheduling platforms to support daily business operations.

Understand the End-to-End Produce Delivery Process
Learn how fresh produce moves from supplier to customer, including inventory management, delivery logistics, and quality control procedures.

Enhance Communication and Professional Correspondence Skills
Build confidence in communicating with team members, customers, and vendors through email, phone, and in-person interactions

Strengthen Time Management and Organizational Skills
Learn to prioritize tasks, manage multiple responsibilities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced work environment.