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Senior Lean Director - Supply Chain (West Region)
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Job Ref: 176044 Location: Providence, RI 02903 Location Flexibility: Remote Category: Engineering / Automation Job Type: Full-time Job Status: Exempt Anticipated Closing Date: May 22, 2026 Pay Basis Yearly Pay Range $160400.00 - $259500.00 Annually ($77.12 - $124.76 Hourly) Other Compensation Long Term Incentive and Bonus Eligible Brand UNFI
Job Overview:
This role supports the development of the UNFI Lean Business System. The role provides regional distribution centers and central supply chain groups with implementation and capability building support. This role drives the execution of the Strategy Deployment Process, as well as creating transformational processes and capability changes aligned to the execution of UNFI strategic business plan.
Job Responsibilities:
Provide Regional Distribution Center and central Supply Chain groups with implementation and capability building support
Ensures the development of an "engine" of Continuous Improvement
Utilizes Value Stream Mapping to establish a customer focused, quantified, prioritized Roadmap of Kaizen (Rapid Improvement Workshop) aligned to Strategy Deployment goals, Financial (Revenue, Profit and Cash Flow) and Operating KPI gaps
Rapid, effective cadence of Kaizen utilizing the appropriate Lean Continuous Improvement toolsets
Development of an integrated Daily-Weekly-Monthly Management/Operating System that drives incremental day-to-day performance improvement of the Key Performance Indicators (metrics) that are leading indicators of the financial performance of the business.
Establish the critical KPIs to measure at the right levels in the organization tied to Customer, Supplier, Employee, Shareholder and Communities.
Create customer-focused, rigorous, simple visual performance tools to drive consistent review versus targets, prioritization of problems and effective root cause problem-solving / countermeasure throughout the organization.
Create, simple visual, easy to manage improvement ideas implementation system for employees
Establish Leader Standard Work at all levels in the organization that drives operating reviews, problem solving, and continuous improvement activities to the core value streams.
Create an Engaged, High-Performance Culture that aligns the mission, values and strategy of the business to the behaviors of leaders, teams and individual contributors in the organization, embracing the principles of…
Intense Focus on Understanding and Creating Value for Customers
Daily Continuous Improvement & Elimination of Waste
Cadence of Kaizen (rapid, sustainable process change)
Root Cause Problem Solving based on data and facts
Leadership Humility and a "Go to Gemba" (point of impact) approach to learning and problem-solving.
People Engagement, Teamwork, Diversity
Results Focus, Transparency and Accountability
Support execution of Strategy Deployment Process to drive breakthrough, transformational process and capability changes aligned to the execution of UNFI strategic business plan and in support of achievement of short- and long-term business financial and operational objectives.
Increase capabilities of Distribution Center associates in execution of the UNFI Lean Business System without need for external support
Support DC leadership in driving accelerated rates of improvement in leading indicator KPIs including Safety, Quality, Delivery/Customer Service, Cost
Achieve KPI performance improvement in Customer Net Promoter Score, On Time in Full to Request/Promise and Operational KPIs driven by Supply Chain Fulfillment processes such as Sales, Inventory and Operations Planning (SIOP), Plan for Every Part (PFEP).
Performs other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements:
Education/ Certifications:
Experience:
Minimum of 15 years' experience in distribution or industrial business
Proven track record of delivering results in a high-performance continuous improvement environment ideally including:
Distribution Center/Warehousing, Logistics
Experience with Improving Plan for Every Part (PFEP) and Sales, Inventory and Operations Planning (SIOP) in a Distribution environment
Deep experience applying and building capability in others in key Lean Toolsets including:
Value Stream Mapping to produce quantified, prioritized, scheduled Kaizen Roadmaps
Preparing, Facilitating, Following Up on Kaizen Workshops (1 week, Implementation focused) high KPI results impacting improvement events)
Root Cause Problem Solving and Countermeasure with a focus on Mistake-Proofing and Visual Controls
Experience implementing a Lean Business System based on Danaher Business System / Toyota Production System principles and toolsets across complex organizations.
Experience implementing a structured Lean Daily Management system of Leadership Standard Work that includes:
Point of Impact KPI Boards with Daily Review and Accountability Boards for escalation and execution tracking
Weekly Cadence of Root Cause Problem Solving and Improvement Kata
Obeya Room with targeted Site Level Critical KPIs / Root Cause Problem Setting / Management of Kaizen Roadmap Execution and Major Projects
Monthly Operating Reviews to drive improvement at a Site level including KPI Scorecards (Bowlers), A3 Root Cause Problem Solving, Financials, Talent
Building Leadership Standard Work at all levels in the organization from Front Line Leaders to Senior Leaders
Knowledge/Skills/ Abilities:
Effective communicator capable of leading across functional lines and without direct reporting authority
Results focus and orientation. Understands and balances driving process change for sustainability while delivering on financial and operational results.
Innovative thinker, but even more importantly, able to help other leaders and teams get "outside the box" and drive "breakthrough thinking".
Has the technical capability to understand and help solve complex problems
Good judgment is required for this position as there may be times when direct supervision may not be immediately available.
Work Environment:
Remote Role: This position is classified as remote where the associate will perform remote work from their primary residence. Remote associates are welcome to work from the office but are not required to do so. While remote associates are not required to work from an office on a regular basis, they may be required to come to the office or other UNFI locations for necessary business reasons or if directed to do so by their manager.
Travel (minor): This position may require the associate to travel to company offices, distribution centers, or other locations for specific meetings or other business reasons.
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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.
Company: United 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 state/provincial 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 death/dismemberment insurance; short-term and long-term disability insurance program, Flexible Spending Account and/or 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 associate's 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. UNFI's commission plans are uncapped and average earnings vary depending on territory and sales achieved, among other factors.
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 or for Canadian applicants in accordance with provincial human rights legislation.
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