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Operations Manager

Job Details

Job Ref:
166822
Location:
Howell, NJ 07731
Location Flexibility:
Onsite
Category:
Logistics and Warehouse
Job Type:
Full-time
Job Status:
Exempt
Pay Basis
Yearly
Pay Range
$82000.00 - $133000.00 Annually ($39.42 - $63.94 Hourly)
Other Compensation
Bonus Eligible
Brand
UNFI

POSITION PURPOSE: 
Responsible for planning, organizing, and directing the shipping/receiving activities of the 
Warehouse. Responsible for enforcing productivity and quality rates, reviews/pay adjustments, E-Time (payroll), and any other related issues to ensure that the daily work load is completed efficiently and accurately.

Responsible for keeping the shift staffed and disciplined at a level where 
the work will be completed in an efficient manner. Ensure Warehouse operations are in 
accordance with established procedures and policies. Keeps management well informed of 
significant problems and area activities. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES: 
 Manages all the day-to day activities surrounding inbound, inventory control, AND/OR 
outbound warehouse operations.
 Monitors, researches and implements solutions regarding issues related to damaged 
product, mis-shipped product, and missing product. 
 Assists in developing / adjusting of policies and procedures for warehouse operations. 
 Manages equipment needs and suggests investments for capital improvements.
 Ensures that Warehouse materials are rotated and stored properly.
 Assumes responsibility for the maintenance of Warehouse facilities. Ensures that both the 
inside and outside of the facilities are clean and orderly.
 Works to develop and maintain productive business relations with internal and external 
customers.
 Provides leadership to direct reports while focusing on process improvements, and creating 
a high performance supervisory team.
 Manages labor needs to ensure business needs are met in an efficient manner.
 Fosters positive employee relations, while ensuring Company vision and mission are active

 Manages performance of direct reports and also ensuring accountability at all levels within 
dept. Ensures operations meet or exceed Company metrics. 
 Partners with Human Resources to find and retain talent.
 Ensures all company policies are followed and implements proper solutions when needed.
 Maintains or develops reports to understand the state of operations, or where to make 
improvements.
 Perform duties in accordance with Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) and 
Safe Quality Food (SQF) policies and procedures, as appropriate for location.
 Performs other duties a assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:
 Bachelor’s degree in business or related field
 Additional related facility management training preferred

EXPERIENCE:
 Five or more years of related experience, with at least two or more years of supervisory 
experience
 3 – 5 years warehouse management and/or logistics management experience in a complex, 
service-driven organization
 Experience in shipping/receiving is preferred
 System Implementation Preferred
KNOWLEDGE: 
 Must have strong knowledge of all warehouse procedures and functions
 Knowledge of budgeting, supply contracts, and shipping requirements

SKILLS/ABILITIES:
 Excellent leadership abilities
 Keen eye for quality; detail oriented with excellent analytical skills
 Able to organize, coordinate, and direct team activities
 Strong problem solving skills
 Strong communication skills and ability to motivate
 Ability to work in a team environment
 Must be flexible
 Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Applications, Word, Excel, PowerPoint
 Ability to understand Accounting, HR and Payroll activities/practices

EEO/VETERANS/DISABLED
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promotion, transfer, layoff, and termination decisions. Well-constructed job descriptions are an integral part of any effective compensation system.

All descriptions have been reviewed to ensure that only essential functions and basic duties have been 
included. Peripheral tasks, only incidentally related to each position, have been excluded. Requirements, 
skills, and abilities included have been determined to be the minimal standards required to successfully 
perform the positions. In no instance, however, should the duties, responsibilities, and requirements 
delineated be interpreted as all-inclusive. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by 
supervisors as deemed appropriate. 
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, it is possible that requirements may be modified to 
reasonably accommodate disabled individuals. However, no accommodations will be made which may 
pose serious health or safety risks to the employee or others or which impose undue hardships on the 
organization.
Job descriptions are not intended as and do not create employment contracts. The organization maintains 
its status as an at-will employer. Employees can be terminated for any reason not prohibited by law.

Company:
United Natural Foods Inc.

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), Click HERE 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.

Sales Positions Only: For sales positions that are commission-based, the above range is an estimate of total potential commission-based compensation during an associate’s first year, but UNFI offers an introductory period minimum of $680 per week. After the introductory period, as a 100% commission-based role, there is no set salary. UNFI’s commission plans are uncapped and average earnings vary depending on territory and sales achieved, among other factors.

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.

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.

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