Equipment Administrator - Remote at United Natural Foods Inc in Hopkins, Minnesota

Job Description:

Job Overview:
Completes the planning and purchasing of equipment for new or remodel Independent Retailer Projects, working closely with the
internal Store Design & Equipment team and Independent Retail Owners. Coordinates the assignment for quoting all equipment per
the final fixture plan and specification provided. Expected to manage between 20 - 25 projects annually that will generate equipment
sales between $5M to $7M.

Job Responsibilities:
• Acts as the central point of contact both internally and externally for equipment purchase related activities assigned new or
remodeled grocery retail projects.
• Works closely with the equipment retail owner, sourcing specialists, store planners, refrigeration design manager and project
managers to identify unique equipment needs that are required for assigned projects.
• Utilizes the project guidelines set in place and adjusts direction of project based on internal project management involvement or
retailers without outside assistance.
• Communicates with outside architects & engineers and contractors to share equipment specifications, plan update and shipment
schedules.
• Ensures the completion and accuracy of final store equipment list for assigned new and remodel projects working closely with all
parties involved.
• Maintains good working relationships with vendor partners to resolve problems such as missing shipments, replacement of
damaged goods, invoice issues, etc.
• Provides accurate equipment "cutsheet" specification for all tagged equipment items for a project.
• Will need to work with freight forwarders and ocean carriers for international projects.
• Releases orders for equipment utilizing the UNFI Oracle purchasing system per approved credit limits.
• Handles all equipment failures or service problems with suppliers while under warranty for assigned projects
• Monitors purchase order receipts/returns/corrections
• Interfaces with accounting and sourcing team on invoice issues.
• Provides evaluation and feedback regarding vendor performance to sourcing team for evaluation of future work during sourcing
processes
• Consultant directly with retailers on equipment needs and then coordinates with the sourcing team on quoting.
• Expected to manage 25-30 projects and scopes that will generate equipment sales between $5M to $7M annually

Job Requirements:
Education/ Certifications/or Equivalent combination of education training and experience:
• BS degree in Business, Market, Accounting, or related field
Experience:
• 3+ years retail equipment purchasing or buyer related experience where a basic understanding of purchasing procedures has
been developed
• Prior company experience related to equipment purchasing preferred
• Experience in reviewing project plans for equipment takeoffs, preparation of budgets and understanding scheduling guidelines
related to project construction activities
• Direct purchasing experience with a strong comprehensive understanding of purchasing methodologies, project processes and
procedures that have been developed

Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities:
• Good communication skills both written and verbal
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail with the ability to work in cooperation with others to achieve desired results
• Possess strong analytical skills and knowledge to identify opportunities and make recommendations for solutions based on solid
understanding of business landscape
• Good personal computer skills with practical experience using MS Office products, Oracle Purchasing and web-based applications
• Must have the ability to represent the Company's interests to outside professionals and vendors
• Decision making ability necessary to purchase products or services congruent with organizational objectives and sourcing
strategies
• Organizational, interpersonal skills to coordinate with Finance and Accounting on inventory carrying costs; buying organization
and/or user departments and to handle procedures related to receipts, receipt corrections and receipt returns
• Ability to read and comprehend design plans
• Experience resolving payment with suppliers and user departments
• Interpersonal and dispute resolutions skills to resolve quality problems with suppliers and user departments
• Ability to coordinate review and respond to supplier inquiries, protests and appeals
• Ability to manage and mediate equipment-related issues and project deadlines technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Good judgment is required for this position as there may be times when direct supervision may not be immediately available.

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.