United Natural Foods Inc Providence , RI 02940
Posted 2 weeks ago
Job Ref: 162440 Location: Providence, RI 02908 Location Flexibility: Remote Category: Procurement Job Type: Full-time Job Status: Exempt Anticipated Closing Date: May 24, 2024 Pay Basis Yearly Pay Range $80000.00 - $149500.00 Annually ($38.46 - $71.88 Hourly) Other Compensation Bonus Eligible
PURPOSE:
Coordinates all buying activities to ensure achievement of all department, distribution center, and company financial objectives. Ensures that the highest standards of professional integrity are maintained throughout the assigned department.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provides overall department goal setting and direction.
Coordinates departmental activities with other departments including DC operations, Merchandising, retail, and Corporate Procurement to ensure optimum results.
Attends various meetings to maintain awareness of programs and issues providing
relevant department information in support of programs.
overall implementation effectiveness as needed.
taking corrective action as required.
Monitors buyer service level performance to goals and assigns appropriate coding for "out of stock" merchandise.
Supports and implements Corporate initiatives.
Participates in developing and managing Division P & L by conducting analysis and
providing relevant procurement data.
recommends corrective actions.
Participates in projection meetings.
Completes all buyer related activities, for assigned product lines, as detailed in Sr. Buyer description.
Initiates and follows through on personnel actions such as: hiring, terminations, layoff, promotions, and salary increases.
Coordinates and evaluates formal training activities and on-the-job training programs.
Maintains formal and informal channels of upward communication; encourages the
expression of new ideas, suggestions, and complaints; reviews them for appropriateness.
Understanding of forecast accuracy metrics and experience in driving a team to meet accuracy goals.
Understanding of statistical forecast modeling including the ability to understand and leverage machine learning algorithms to drive best fit forecasts.
Experience in driving root cause analysis to identify factors impacting accuracy and implementing solutions to improve demand forecast accuracy.
Experience with RELEX Demand Planning and Supply Chain Planning solutions a plus
Ability to translate numbers and data into reliable insight.
Understanding of seasonality and peak demand times.
Ability to work cross functionally at a variety of levels to influence decisions and drive business results through promotional and seasonal demand windows.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Education/ Certifications: (Required & Preferred)
Experience:
methodology preferred
Skills/ Abilities:
relationships at all levels of the company and with the outside business community.
Strong written & verbal communication skills.
Strong analytical and problem solving skills. Ability to make appropriate decisions.
Strong planning, organizing, and negotiating skills.
Proven supervisory and management skills.
Proficient in the use of computers and related office software programs, typically Excel,
Word and PowerPoint.
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.
course of normal workday
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.
Company: UNFI Wholesale Inc.
United Natural Foods Inc