Who is UNFI?

UNFI is the largest distributor of conventional natural organic and specialty grocery products in the United States and Canada. We supply over 43000 customer locations with 250000 products from 58 distribution facilities across the country. UNFI ships 2 million cases per day supplying thousands of consumers and nourishing families nationwide. Our retailers range from small family-owned stores to Whole Foods Markets and everything in between.

We are seeking a Retail Tech Consultant to join our team! This candidate would have the opportunity to grow their career at UNFI as we continue to grow our company and services to our customers.  The candidate would need to be located in MN as they are traveling to customers.

Job Overview:  

The ideal candidate is seeking a career path as a business professional who cultivates and manages UNFI retailer relationships across their region.  The candidate will plan, execute and administer Retail Technology activities involving the marketing, installation, and training of retail store systems. The candidate identifies the customer’s retail technology needs then recommends, implements and supports strategic technology systems and product offerings.

Job Responsibilities: 

• Manage Retail Technology retailer relationships to include establishing individual retailer technology implementation plans with assigned UNFI affiliated retailers, in conjunction with Regional R/T Director and Manager, Regional Marketing, Category Management and Development departments. 
• The candidate works under the direction of the Regional Retail Technology Manager as well as in collaboration with other Retail Technology Consultants and outside vendors.
• Possesses good written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills and must be able to deal effectively with a wide variety of people, both in person and remotely.
• The candidate has project management capability and must maintain knowledge of industry standards as well as key technology strategies and product offerings.
• Understanding of both technical and mechanical aptitudes in order to carry out the many aspects of the position, including the installation and support of networking hardware and software.
• Retail and/or applied technology experience is a plus.  IT Consultant background, POS System Specialist, Retail Networking experience or recent tech school graduate looking to learn and grow would be a great candidate for the role.
• The position has the flexibility of working from home with travel to customer locations in the area. Reliable transportation required. 
• Maintain knowledge of industry developments, changes and improve professional skills by attending Industry conferences, Corporate R/S product training sessions and related education classes or seminars as recommended and approved by the Regional R/T Director

Job Requirements:  

• The candidate should possess a 2 year tech degree, college degree or equivalent work experience. 
• 1+ years’ experience in similar positions preferred.
• The candidate must have the ability to translate complex, rapidly changing, technical solutions into a clear business case for multiple styles of UNFI affiliated retailers.  Attention to detail is critical to success.
• The R/T Consultant seldom works in the proximity of supervisors.  They must be able to function effectively with very little supervision. 
• Self-starter, highly motivated, punctual and able to manage the logistics of a potentially complex schedule.
• The R/T Consultant should possess a mechanical aptitude as well as a good background in applied technology, able to adapt and learn new tools and skills quickly. 
• Public/customer facing position – strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Good judgment is required for this position as there may be times when direct supervision may not be immediately available.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. UNFI is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for all. - M/F/Veteran/Disability. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.