Purpose: 

The Senior Manager, 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 but not limited with 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, terminations, 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 job duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

Education/ Certifications: (Required & Preferred)

·       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:

·       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

Skills/ Abilities:

·       Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills

·       Strong trouble-shooting 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.

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 in the course of normal workday

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

·       The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of the work performed by the employees assigned to this job.

All employees must comply with Company policy and applicable laws. The responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified may vary within each department and/or location.

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.