Job Overview:

Plans and manages the procurement systems in the Oracle iProcurement system and the Maximo/AMMS system.  This position is responsible for identification and implementation of opportunities that ensure contract/pricing compliance, vendor compliance, improve procurement operations to reduce cost.  Significant focus on implementing and expanding P2P across the organization. 

Job Responsibilities:

• Develops and implements a companywide Procure to Pay (P2P) process across the organization 

• Leads electronic procurement tool upgrades, implementations, or migrations 

• Leads internal procurement ordering process with effective internal controls for IT and Goods Not for Resale  

• Oversees the facilities maintenance, asset management, reporting, payment processing, system maintenance and configuration through Maximo system 

• Establishes internal financial and operating controls for invoice approval procedures in cooperation with the accounts payable department 

• Ensures that the Company is aware of and in compliance with all internal SOX financial process requirements 

• Performs tasks necessary for completion of special accounting projects 

Job Requirements:

Education/ Certifications:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred 

Experience:

• 1-3 years’ experience in similar positions 

Knowledge:

• Demonstrated ability in indirect procurement process and systems, specifically Oracle 

• Familiarity of supply chain and DC operations 

• Support the strategy to capture P2P efficiencies as it is implemented/expanded  

• Understanding of Total Cost of Ownership analytics and drivers 

• Possess initiative, creative, innovative, proactive skills, and abilities.  

• Good interpersonal skills to develop and maintain effective business relationships at all levels of the company 

Skills/ Abilities:

General Level of Work 

• Works with some direct supervision, able to plan workload to efficiently deliver required results 

• Able to manage projects and tasks with input from manager 

• Holds others accountable for their deliverables 

• Works closely with manager and director to gain exposure to a wide variety of projects, leadership opportunities and strategic planning 

Impact of Decisions 

• Identifies and resolves issues in the P2P process  

• Responsible for supporting the strategic direction of the P2P team 

 Knowledge of Business 

• Understands how the department operates and how role creates value within the company, and can articulate it to all levels of the organization 

• Exhibits business acumen and understanding of the Company's operations. 

• Possess a familiarity of budgeting, planning, and forecasting for expense and capital spend 

• 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.

      Travel (minor):

• This position may require the associate to travel to company offices, distribution centers, or other locations for specific meetings or other business reasons.

Physical Environment/Demands:

• Some travel may be required 

• Most work is performed in a temperature-controlled office environment 

• Incumbent may sit for long periods of time at 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.   

• Incumbent may use calculators, keyboards, telephone, and other office equipment as part of the normal workday 

• Stooping, bending, twisting, and reaching may be required in completion of job duties 

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Benefits: * Competitive 401k, Flexible PTO plan, Remote, Health benefits – first of the month following 30 days of employment, mentorship program/developmental opportunities.