SERVICES
Services

See what makes Carriage House one of the largest Store Brand food suppliers in the United States tick. Behind the scenes, The Carriage House Companies, Inc. has over 1000 full-time and seasonal employees nationwide to ensure your complete satisfaction. Read what we're all about!

Demand & Revenue Management

Carriage House takes considerable pride in providing superior service to all of our customers.

  • Real-time computer system allows Carriage House's trained staff to promptly respond to inquiries regarding an order's status
  • EDI capabilities allow direct computer-to-computer order processing, acknowledgments and advance ship notices
  • Leading CRP software designed to generate "optimum orders" by minimizing overstocks and eliminating out-of-stocks
  • Carriage House Holiday Closings

Quality Assurance and R&D

Careful selection of only the choicest ingredients and special attention to quality assure our customers' needs are being met.

  • Manufacturing ingredients must meet the specifications of the U.S. Pharmacopedia, the National Formulary and the Food Chemical Codex
  • Carriage House QA personnel are present during the actual harvesting of fruits for use during the fresh fruit season
  • National Brand formula emulation through state-of-the-art diagnostic analysis
  • Over 75 years of combined food processing experience

Production

From the fields, through handling and transportation, and on to processing and packaging, our tradition of excellence continues .

  • A highly skilled and dedicated work force committed to making the best products possible
  • Plant Locations - Fredonia, NY - Dunkirk, NY - Streator, IL - Buckner, KY

Purchasing

Each member of the Purchasing team plays an important role in sourcing high quality packaging and raw materials at competitive costs.

  • Facilities are located in close proximity to raw materials resulting in lower "inbound" freight costs
  • Experienced staff possess in-depth horticultural knowledge and experience
  • Information systems provide current and future market conditions and forecasts
  • On-line satellite systems provide meteorological data and CBOT/USDA market reports
  • MRP system in place

Logistics

For over 80 years, we have delivered great Store Brand foods throughout the U.S.

  • Multi-plant distribution available from New York to California and points in between
  • Dependable, on time service currently rated at 98%, provided by both company trucks and contract carriers
  • Complete delivery systems tailored to your needs
  • National and international expertise available to aid our customers in making the most economical distribution decisions
  • Multi-plant processing and distribution
  • Knowledgeable distribution personnel dedicated to serving you, our customer

Labels

From providing product information to increasing shelf appeal, Carriage House develops labeling with our customers' merchandising plan in mind.

  • Customized computer system designed for efficient electronic label design/development and customer communication
  • Real-time access to inventory status based on production with an over 99% accuracy level

Marketing

At Carriage House, we know that our success is measured by the growth and success of our customers.

  • Over 25 professional Sales and Marketing Managers extensively trained in marketing Store Brands Analysis of trends and opportunities using multiple resources including syndicated marketing data Bonus Packs, Co-Marketing Programs, Display Mods, Display Units, Display Shippers and Neck Hanger/Tear Pad Coupon Programs Promotional calendars to assist in planning volume generating merchandising events to maximize profitable volume
  • Ongoing monitoring and reporting of National Brand changes in formulation, packaging, pricing and promotion programs ensure the value of Store Brands

Information Technology

  • State of the art infrastructure with WAN communications to four plants with a full Business Recovery Plan in place Robust and comprehensive ERP software utilized with fully integrated manufacturing, distribution, and financial applications Extensive EDI applications support
  • Experienced and helpful technical support staff

HR, Benefits and Safety

The Human Resources team plays a major leadership role as a strategic business partner in supporting the mission of The Carriage House Companies, Inc. and in maintaining a skilled and qualified work team

  • Supports and maintains the concept that our employees are our most valuable resource and are treated as such
  • Promote positive change through communication and training programs
  • Supports an environment that all employees can contribute at optimum levels towards the success of the company and its customers
  • Provide a work environment that is safe, healthy, and secure and also sensitive of long-term family and community goals
  • Major supporter of local community and charitable programs such as United Way and School to Work Programs

Career Opportunities

We may have a new name, but for decades we have been a leader in the manufacturing of Store Brand food products. If you have the world-class talent and meet the requirements listed to assist us in growing our business consider joining our team in the following opportunities.