Sr Mgr Procurement - Fresh West Region

UNFI; Providence (RI); Remote; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

401K Program

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Job summary

A leading grocery wholesaler is seeking a Senior Manager of Procurement for the Fresh West Region. This remote role entails leading procurement initiatives to meet strategic goals, fostering collaboration with suppliers, and developing team competencies. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of procurement experience, preferably in supply chain management. The position offers competitive benefits and requires strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of procurement and/or supply chain experience.
• Experience working with suppliers and/or customers.
• Management experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Leads execution of procurement initiatives utilizing insights, market trends, and analytics to drive results.
• Partners with cross‑functional business owners as a Procurement subject‑matter expertise.
• Acts as a coach and mentor to develop competency and talent.

Skills

High competency level in MS Office applications

Knowledge of purchasing and supply chain systems

Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills

Relationship management skills

Excellent analytical skills

Strong organizational and planning skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, materials management, operations management, engineering, or related field

Job description

Sr Mgr Procurement – Fresh West Region

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Job Overview

The Senior Manager of Procurement is responsible for leading and managing their team to achieve all department strategic goals, distribution center metrics, and company financial objectives. This position will use KPIs to address performance, risk, and drive strategic projects. This position will partner closely with Procurement, Merchandising, Customer Care, Sales, and Supplier Relations leadership to create efficiencies and drive results.

Job Responsibilities

• Leads execution of procurement initiatives utilizing insights, market trends, and analytics to drive results.
• Establishes buyer metric goals each quarter and holds Procurement Manager and associates accountable for performance.
• Demonstrates thought and strategic leadership by designing team goals to meet department and UNFI strategic goals.
• Partners with cross‑functional business owners as a Procurement subject‑matter expertise in department, regional, and enterprise‑wide projects to meet strategic initiatives including key customers and executives.
• Collaborates with cross‑functional stakeholders to ensure understanding and impact of process changes.
• Creates solutions to close the gap on business opportunities and process inefficiencies.
• Serves as a cultural champion through continuous improvement, integration, change management, and One Procurement initiatives.
• Provides recommendations to Procurement Leadership to meet department goals or mitigate risk.
• Collaborates with HR on personnel decisions including hiring, termination, and performance management.
• Coordinates and evaluates formal training activities and on‑the‑job training programs.
• Promotes a culture of open communication to allow for continuous feedback.
• Acts as a coach and mentor to develop competency and talent.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

Education / Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, materials management, operations management, engineering, or related field preferred.

Experience

• At least 5 years of procurement and/or supply chain experience.
• Experience working with suppliers and/or customers.
• Management experience preferred.
• System implementation preferred.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• High competency level in MS Office applications.
• Knowledge of purchasing and supply chain systems.
• Strong understanding of procurement, logistics, and inventory management practices.
• Understanding of purchasing policies and procedures.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong trouble‑shooter and problem‑solving abilities.
• Ability to lead, train, and supervise others.
• Relationship management skills.
• Excellent analytical skills.
• Experience in taking initiative and making appropriate, timely decisions.
• Strong organizational and planning skills.
• Good judgment is required for this position as there may be times when direct supervision may not be immediately available.

Work Environment

Remote Role

• This position is classified as remote where the associate will perform remote work from their primary residence. Remote associates are welcome to work from the office but are not required to do so. While remote associates are not required to work from an office on a regular basis, they may be required to come to the office or other UNFI locations for necessary business reasons or if directed to do so by their manager.

Physical Environment / Demands

• Most work is performed in a temperature‑controlled office environment.
• Incumbent may sit for long periods of time at a desk or computer terminal.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
• Incumbents may use calculators, keyboards, telephones, and other office equipment during a normal workday.
• Stooping, bending, twisting, and reaching may be required in the completion of job duties.

UNFI is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for all. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other protected ground. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the job selection process. - M/F/Veteran/Disability. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.

Compensation

UNFI anticipates paying the above‑referenced pay rate (or within the above‑referenced pay range) for this position. Actual pay, where applicable, will depend on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, education, experience, training, and any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements. UNFI is committed to transparency in pay in compliance with applicable state and local laws.

Benefits

For Washington positions (or positions that may be performed remotely from Washington), https://www.unfi.com/jobs-more-info-wa.html for Washington‑specific paid time off details.

Candidates hired into this position will also be eligible to participate in the following benefits programs: Paid Time Off; Sick Time; paid holidays and parental leave; 401K Program; medical, dental, vision, life, and accidental death/dismemberment insurance; short‑term and long‑term disability insurance program, Flexible Spending Account and/or Health Savings Account, subject to meeting the eligibility requirements and the terms and conditions of these programs, and subject to any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements.

UNFI’s compensation, benefits, and paid time off policies are subject to change in the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with applicable law. This job posting should not be construed as an offer of employment with certain terms, nor should it be construed as a guaranteed minimum.