Warehouse Supervisor - 163027

at United Natural Foods Inc in Urbana, Illinois, United States

Job Description

For over 50 years, UNFI has been making bold moves to impact the food industry. We'll always be building better and pursuing what's next from a people, product and process standpoint to transform the future of food for all. We do this by doing the right thing, courageously embracing what's next, delivering better together and believing in better for all. Do you have what it takes to be bold and be curious? Join our team!

Why join the UNFI team as a Warehouse Supervisor:

• Competitive salary dependent on relevant experience
• Competitive Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K & Vacation+
• Opportunity for Quarterly Bonus and Annual Merit Bonus
• Growth and professional development opportunities.
• Wellness Program that pays you back for living a healthy life style!

Job Overview

Supervises Warehouse shipping and receiving activities and associates for a specific shift/area to ensure functions are performed within Company and Distribution Center guidelines. Provides excellent customer service to stores serviced through accurate handling of inbound and outbound product.

Job Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

• Schedules and supervises various warehouse associates: Assigned Order Selectors, Receiving, Shipping or any other Warehouse personnel.
• Controls production standards, accuracy of inventory, using proper accuracy programs and systems.
• Processes store returns and return to vendors using proper Company policies.
• Coordinates with Inventory Control associates regarding slotting, product rotation and space allocation. Maintains daily inventory and accuracy records.
• Conducts daily crew meeting to discuss safety, productivity and accuracy.
• Communicates with Transportation on the flow and receipt of backhauls.
• Supervises scheduling of inbound load appointments.
• Responsible to sign for, sort and distribute inbound, overnight carrier and mail service deliveries.
• Walks warehouse daily, with Superintendent, to ensure that safety, security, sanitation and pest control codes, laws, and policies are maintained.
• Develops and maintains good working relationship with all departments.

Job Requirements:

• Possess strong general knowledge of all warehousing operations, with prior work experience to include lead person or supervisory duties, preferably with the Company.
• Possess good supervisory skills and the ability to work with and through others to achieve desired results.
• Possess good communication skills, both verbal and written. Ability to read and interpret computerized reports.
• Requires the analytical ability to handle administrative duties and mental alertness to ensure accurate, safe, and thorough completion of work activities. Possess the ability to concentrate and deal with frequent interruptions.
• Basic computer skills required and personal computer experience helpful, with word processing and spreadsheet applications.

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer - minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity