PURPOSE:

The Senior Manager of Facilities is responsible to oversee and manage Supply Chain Capital Projects occurring in the region ensuring established process and procedures are followed for the timely completion of work within budget expectations.  The Senior Manager of Facilities works closely with onsite Facility Maintenance Managers to ensure that the each UNFI Facility inclusive of Buildings, Grounds, Material Handling Equipment and Building Systems including Refrigeration are properly maintained to ensure uninterrupted business operations.  This position requires travel to UNFI locations.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

·       Develop and ensure implementation of Quality Assurance Audit Corrective Action plans and Continuous Improvement programs.

·       Performs regularly scheduled facility audits and site inspections including all related facility shops, equipment, MHE Equipment, engine rooms and supporting office space; communicates with General Managers and Region management of facility maintenance needs and costs

• Work with National Account vendors for needed support / Service / Training on OEM Equipment.
• Responsible for monitoring ongoing operational budgets for Buildings and Grounds and implementing cost control measures to meet financial objectives.

·       Provides educational outreach and guidelines to on-site Facilities Managers and Building and Grounds team to drive forward and support a cost-conscious culture.

·       Inspects construction and installation progress for conformance to established drawings, specifications, and schedules. 

·       Manages criteria and performance specifications required to meet unique operating requirements and building and safety codes including “Green” initiatives.

·       Coordinates efforts with other departments, divisions, and companies of UNFI to effect positive communications and collaboration for successful projects.

·       Implement and drive facility best practices in conjunction with the sustainability team to incorporate energy and material conservation efforts into operation activities

·       Develop and maintains effective communication, coordination, and working relationships with Company personnel and management

·       Oversees the coordination of building space allocation and layout, communication services and building expansion requirements

·       Performs other relevant job duties as required

PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT/ DEMANDS:

·       Up to 80% travel required for this position

·       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.