COMPANY OVERVIEW

IMG Enterprises, Inc. is a leading Florida agribusiness with diversified operations in citrus, ornamental landscape, ecosystem restoration, and real estate. Ranked the 22nd Largest Privately Owned Company in Central Florida (OBJ 2025) and recognized as one of Central Florida’s Best Places to Work (OBJ 2019), IMG Enterprises is committed to building sustainable and innovative businesses that support the health and wellbeing of people, nature, and society.
IMG Enterprises owns and operates two main subsidiaries: Cherrylake Inc. and IMG Citrus Inc.
Cherrylake, located in Groveland, Florida, is one of the largest ornamental plant producers and commercial landscape companies in the Southeastern United States. The company is vertically integrated—growing trees, palms, and shrubs on over 1,500 acres of farmland—and provides commercial landscape construction and maintenance services across the region.
IMG Citrus, based in Indian River County, is one of Florida’s leading fresh citrus distributors to retailers across the Southeastern U.S, and a committed Florida grower investing in innovative practices such as regenerative farming and Citrus Under Protective Screens (CUPS). The company is vertically integrated, farming over 4,500 acres of citrus in Florida, importing fruit from trusted global partners, operating a 185,000-square-foot packing and cold storage facility, and marketing a year-round citrus program that showcases the best of every season.

SUMMARY/OBJECTIVE

The Shipping Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of shipping operations, inventory management, and personnel leadership, including forklift drivers, office staff, and support teams. This role plays a critical part in ensuring outbound fruit shipments meet customer specifications and are delivered on time, while also managing the intake of imported, purchased or 3PL fruit. The manager provides both technical and administrative oversight to daily operations and is committed to developing a high-performing, process-oriented team.
The ideal candidate has hands-on experience in warehousing and packing operations, particularly with perishable products across multiple varieties. Strong leadership, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment are essential. This position directly supervises five or more shipping team members.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 2 years experience in distribution leadership required – perishable and/or citrus preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Supply Chain & Logistics, or related work experience of 5+ years
• High level functionality in a team environment where honest communication, a positive attitude, engagement, and personal accountability is expected
• Detail oriented, organized, and committed to quality
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred
• Well-developed oral and written communication skills
• Customer service focused and results driven
• Excellent leadership skills including development, supervision, and accountability
• Excellent interpersonal and coaching skills required
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills with proven problem-solving ability
• Operational knowledge of food safety standards, regulations, and compliance
• Knowledge of safe work practices, including OSHA regulations, forklift certification, and training
• Ability to effectively communicate with multiple levels across the organization
• Ability to operate forklift safely and effectively.

WORK HOURS & ENVIRONMENT

50+ hours work week and required to work additional hours during peak times or as needed. Weekends and nights are required as needed.

• Work is performed indoors in packinghouse environment – cooler 45 degrees F
• Working around machinery
• Working around moving vehicles
• Working in close proximity to others
• Will be required to wear appropriate safety protection when needed.

COMPANY RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CHANGE THE JOB DESCRIPTION AND/OR REQUIRE ADDITIONAL DUTIES AT ITS DISCRETION. DRUG FREE WORKPLACE, EOE and E-VERIF

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