Job Ref176900
LocationGilroy CA 95020
Location FlexibilityOnsite
CategoryLogistics and Warehouse
Job TypeFull-time
Job StatusExempt
Pay BasisYearly
Pay Range138300.00 - 231500.00 Annually 66.49 - 111.30 Hourly
Other CompensationLong Term Incentive and Bonus Eligible
BrandUNFI
PURPOSEThe General Manager is responsible for the leadership management and vision necessary to ensure that the facility has the proper operational controls administrative and reporting procedures and people systems in place to effectively grow the organization and to ensure financial strength and operating efficiencies.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES· Accountable for the management of all departments or functional groups through subordinate ManagersSupervisors and for all personnel issues-including selection termination performance appraisal and professional development of subordinates.
· Interaction with and responsibilities for Operations Human Resources SafetyLoss Prevention and Inventory Control to drive results and deliver solutions.
· Implements cost effective systems of control over capital operating expenditures manpower wages and salaries.
· Manages capital asset maintenance. Controls and minimizes operating expenses.
· Maintain existing facilities and equipment replaces or adjusts warehouse facilities and equipment when necessary.
· Spearheads the development communication and implementation of effective growth strategies and processes to allow company to achieve and surpass sales profitability and business goals and objectives.
· Assumes responsibility for the measurement and effectiveness of all processes. Provides timely accurate and complete reports on the operating condition of the warehouse as required.
· Collaborates with the management team to develop and implement plans for the operational infrastructure of systems processes and personnel designed to accommodate the rapid growth objectives of our organization.
· Motivates and leads a high-performance management team attracts recruits and retains required members of the team as needed provides mentoring as a cornerstone to the management career development program.
· Fosters a success-oriented accountable environment within the distribution center.
· Works to develop and maintain productive business relations with vendors suppliers and all business partners. Ensures the OSHA requirements and all Federal and State Law and compliance are effectively implemented.
· Ensures sanitation meets UNFI requirements for all areas of warehouse and fleet. Ensures forklifts trailers trucks stackers ladders pallets shelves and Warehouse machinery are in safe operating condition.
· Conducts performance appraisals. Provides measurable feedback to assigned personnel and suggestions for improved performance. Formulates and implements employee corrective actions as needed.
· Ensures compliance with all Federal State and Local laws as well as all company policies.
· Perform duties in accordance with Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points HACCP and Safe Quality Food SQF policies and procedures as appropriate for location
PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENTS· Achieve expense related budget criteria in all departments of the Distribution Center Warehouse Transportation HR Inventory Control.
· Leads distribution center efforts in meeting all Operational Excellence metrics including but not limited· Warehousing -Mis picks Billednot Received Damages Spoilage Production Labor Management Slotting Engineered Standards Safety Energy Conservation and Recycling.
· Transportation - On Time Deliveries On Time Dispatch Idle Time Miles per Stop Miles per Route Miles per Gallon Standardized Routing and People Net Reporting.
· Human Resources -Recruitment Training and Retention Associate Turnover and Associate Development Performance Management EEOC Compliance Administration of all UNFI Associate Benefit Plans.
· Safety - DART Rate Workmans Comp to Sales and Compliance with and Successful Ranking of UNFI Safety Audit.
· Sanitation -Compliance with and Superior Rating on AIB or other internal or external audit metric.
· Inventory Control - Perform Cycle Count Protocol Quarterly Achieve minimum accuracy standards of UNFI.
· Sustainability - Meet UNFI Standards for Energy Conservation and Recycling.
· All Service productivity accuracy and safety targets are well coordinated and delivered in accordance with Company policies and procedures. Compliance with all Federal State and Local laws.
· Inventory records and documents are current accurate and well organized.
· Machinery equipment and systems are in good working condition and preventive maintenance is performed as scheduled
· Effective hiring and retention of a motivated workforce assures personnel are effective efficient and optimally utilized.
· Maintains positive internal and external customer relations
· Develop and promote a respectful workplace through review of policies and procedures and actions that support and encourage respectful behavior.
· Management is informed of area activities and of any significant problems
JOB REQUIREMENTSQUALIFICATIONSEducationCertification· Bachelors degree preferred andor equivalent related experience
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE· Excellent understanding of Profit and Loss statements
· Understanding of Customer Service and UNFI Service Goals
· Understanding of Company operations
· Knowledge of budgeting supply contracts and shipping requirements
· Knowledge of corporate compliance ethics policies and code of conduct
· Understanding of Inventory Control and Management procedures
· Understanding of Material Handling Equipment Operations and Maintenance
· Knowledge of OSHA HAACP and Sanitation standards
· Knowledge of Safety and Loss Prevention
· Understanding of DOT Regulations Outbound Transportation systems and radio frequency systems
· Knowledge of Warehouse Management Systems
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED· Demonstrated ability to lead at least one other department outside Operations i.e. Inventory Control or SLP or both
· Five or more years of related experience with at least two or more years of leading both the Warehouse and Transportation departments
· Previous Change Management experience driving influencing and inspiring change through communication at all impacted levels.
· Experience leading Cross Functional Teams
· Experience leading projects business transfers new facility openings software implementations etc.
· System implementation experience is preferred
SKILLSABILITIES· Acts with integrity demonstrates responsible ethical and honest behavior in all UNFI roles tasks and responsibilities models the UNFI values
· Motivates self and others to accomplish important objectives despite a complex environment and multiple demands creates a sense of urgency delegates appropriately
· Strong problem-solving skills
· Excellent communications abilities
· Able to use all related maintenance equipment and computer applications
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 andor location.
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. - MFVeteranDisability. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
CompanyUnited Natural Foods West 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 stateprovincial 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 or retirement savings plan if in Canada medical dental vision life and accidental deathdismemberment insurance short-term and long-term disability insurance program Flexible Spending Account andor Health Savings Account U.S. only 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 associates 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. UNFIs commission plans are uncapped and average earnings vary depending on territory and sales achieved among other factors.
UNFIs compensation benefits and paid time off policies are subject to change in the Companys 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 or for Canadian applicants in accordance with provincial human rights legislation.