Operations Manager

What does it mean to be a part of our Warehouse Operations Manager team?


A Warehouse Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing and optimizing all aspects of warehouse functions to ensure efficient and cost-effective operations. This role involves managing the movement, storage, and distribution of goods, as well as supervising warehouse staff, implementing operational strategies, and ensuring compliance with company standards and regulations. This position plays a key role in driving improvements in warehouse productivity, safety, and customer satisfaction. At UNFI, we strive to help make our customers stronger, our supply chain better, and our fresh food solutions more inspired.


JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manages all the day-to day activities surrounding inbound, outbound, inventory control, AND/OR facility 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 as assigned.
• Good judgment is required for this position as there may be times when direct supervision may not be immediately available.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:


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

Knowledge:

• Must have strong knowledge of all warehouse procedures and functions
• Knowledge of budgeting, supply contracts, and shipping requirements

Skills/ 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
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Applications, Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Ability to understand Accounting, HR and Payroll activities/practices

UNFI is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for all. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other protected ground. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the job selection process. - M/F/Veteran/Disability. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.



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), 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.


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 .