Reporting Manager Salary in State of Rhode Island, USA

College Board - College Readiness Assessments / Digital Product Management100% Remote (anticipated travel of 1-2 times/month)About the TeamThe College Readiness Assessments (CRA) division, comprised of approximately 40 mission-driven individuals, annually delivers the SAT Suite of Assessments (SAT, PSAT/NMSQT, PSAT10, and PSAT 8/9) to millions of students worldwide, with the aim of shaping their paths to college, career, and life after high school.Within CRA, the Digital Product Management team is responsible for all educator and student-facing products that power the delivery of the SAT Suite. This includes products that facilitate ordering, registration and reporting of the assessments, and bookend the digital assessment platforms known as Test Day Toolkit and Bluebook. We are a talented team of eight product managers and product owners with deep knowledge of the assessment space, students, educators, and the K12 market. Our product portfolio spans K12 schools, districts, states customers, and direct-to -consumer business models. A significant channel through which our assessments reach students is via multi-year contracts with states committed to providing SAT Suite opportunities to all their students. Many of these states also use the SAT Suite to meet federal accountability requirements under the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA). Now that the SAT Suite is fully digital, our states, districts and schools engage with an ecosystem of digital products to prepare for, administer, and receive assessment results. These products serve tens of thousands of schools, hundreds of thousands of educators, and millions of students each year.About the OpportunityAs the Senior Product Manager, K12 State Data Management and Reporting, you are a customer-focused and organizationally aware leader with a keen eye for detail. You will utilize your inquisitive mindset and learning agility to gain a thorough understanding of our current state contracts and RFP commitments. You will build relationships directly with our senior state contract leads across the country. You will collaborate with the College Board state implementation teams, to ensure that access to college readiness assessments does not represent a barrier to accessing higher education and other post-high school opportunities. You will serve as product manager, implementation consultant, School and District Partnership team liaison, and partner to our state data management and state data exchange development teams, working closely with their engineering manager.Your responsibilities extend to internalizing the current list of product features that are externally committed or contractually required to meet the bespoke needs of our valuable state partners. By leveraging customer metrics and insights, you'll identify desired improvements and enhancements. Collaborating directly with architects and engineering managers, you'll craft a vision and prioritized feature roadmap that satisfies the greatest number of core user problems and needs. You will be a critical partner to CRA's program and product leadership, backed by unwavering senior leadership support to establish the digital SAT as the premier standardized assessment of choice for our current and prospective state partners.Your proactive approach involves seeking useful information to shape our products for the good of the user, while simultaneously building strong, productive relationships with teams and stakeholders. As you navigate complexity, your initiative and leadership come to the fore, allowing you to influence outcomes across the organization. Your ability to seek insights, lead teams, and drive value for our customers makes you an invaluable asset to our mission-driven work.In this role you will:Product Vision and Roadmap Development (35%)Develop and communicate the product vision and roadmap for our state partners, adapting it as market needs and internal priorities evolveEnsure alignment of product roadmap to market/customer needs, organizational goals, and prioritiesGain understanding of customer needs and validate solutionsWork with stakeholders to identify opportunities to reduce operational complexity and riskProactively define and communicate Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) for the products that drive action focused on outcomes (vs. outputs)Market Understanding and Insights (20%)Establish and maintain a deep understanding of the market including the competitive landscape, trends in the market, customer needs and market requirementsConsistently gather market data and user feedback to shape the product roadmap and enhance user experienceStay informed about market trends and key requirementsMonitor competitive offerings and alternative solutions in the marketFeature Delivery and Implementation (30%)Deliver the highest priority features on the roadmap that are aligned to product vision and organizational prioritiesManage enhancement requests from stakeholders (both internal and external)Effectively oversee the flow of initiatives and features, participating in planning activitiesCollaborate with product owners to define release plans and gain a shared understanding of work within developmentteams backlogsWork closely with service units to collect data on product usage to inform prioritization of featuresGive feedback to product owners during demonstrations of product designs and completed workCollaborate with product owners and College Board internal functions to develop and update external and internal training, support materials, manuals, marketing materials, and communications for new product featuresCommunicate product updates to internal and external stakeholdersCollaborate with internal functional areas to identify and implement changes to the product's implementation processes, program policies, and operational support modelNew Product Development Leadership (15%)Lead new product development efforts for a product offeringDevelop business case and rationale for new product investmentsLead cross-functional teams to deliver new product offering into the marketCollaborate with teams across the organization to develop a go-to-market strategy and launch planAbout YouYou have:10+ years relevant experience including experience managing a product from inception through design to implementation and launchExperience working in an educational technology (EdTech) product company, ideally with a focus on products serving large K12 school districtsAgile product development experienceExcellent verbal and written communication skillsAbility to complete complex tasks on short deadlines in a fast-paced environment, with excellent prioritization skillsExperience distilling data to inform key decisionsExperience designing and communicating Objective and Key Results (OKRs)Experience mentoring junior colleaguesDemonstrated proficiency creating business cases and receiving buy-in from senior leadershipExperience presenting in high stakes internal and external settings, seeking to drive understanding and alignmentBachelor's degree or equivalent required; MBA or related master's degree preferredAuthorization to work in the U.S.About Our ProcessApplication review will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filledWhile the hiring process may vary, it generally includes: resume and application submission, recruiter phone/video screen, hiring manager interview, performance exercise and/or panel interview, and reference checks. This is an approximately 8-week processAbout Our Benefits and CompensationCollege Board offers a competitive benefits and compensation program that attracts top talent looking to make a difference in education. As a self-sustaining non-profit, we believe in compensating employees equitably in relation to each other, their qualifications, their impact, and the relevant market.The hiring range for a new employee in this position is $120,000 to $180,000. College Board differentiates salaries by location so where you live will narrow the portion of this range in which you can expect a salary.Your salary will be carefully determined based on your location, relevant experience, the external labor market, and the pay of College Board employees in similar roles. College Board strives to provide our best offer up front based on these criteria.Your salary is only one part of all that College Board offers, including but not limited to:A comprehensive package designed to support the well-being of employees and their families and promote education. Our robust benefits package includes health, dental, and vision insurance, generous paid time off, paid parental leave, fertility benefits, pet insurance, tuition assistance, retirement benefits, and moreRecognition of exceptional performance through annual bonuses, salary growth over time through market increases, and opportunities for merit raises and promotions based on increased scope of responsibilityA job that matters, a team that cares, and a place to learn, innovate and thriveYou can expect to have transparent conversations about benefits and compensation with our recruiters throughout your application process.About Our CultureOur community matters, and we strive to practice and improve our culture daily. Here are some headlines:We are motivated to positively impact the educational and career trajectories of millions of students a year.We prioritize building a diverse and inclusive team where every employee can thrive, and every voice is heard.We welcome staff to join any or all six of our affinity groups: ARISE (Alliance for Asian Retention, Inclusion, Success, and Engagement; DIASPORA (Alliance for Pan-African Success and Achievement); Pride (alliance for LGBTQ+ staff and allies); Resilience (alliance for Native staff and advocates); SALSA (Staff Alliance for Latinx Success and Achievement); and WIN (Women's Impact Network).We value learning and growth; we offer formal and informal ways to lead through your superpowers, sharpen your strengths, and meet your development goals.We know that our impact is strongest together. Our College Board Cares program offers all staff up to $1,000 annual match against partner non-profit organizations.We offer a transparent approach to promotions and merit raises, annual performance-based bonuses, and how to grow your career here over time.#LI-MS1#LI-REMOTE

Job Title: Category Manager [Supply Chain Mgmt., Electric Utility T&D]Location: Providence, RI 02907 - HybridDuration: 12+ Months [High Possibility of Extension]Note: This role requires 2 Days Onsite and 3 Days Remote a week.Qualifications:• Must have experience writing contractors for Utility T&D Construction Projects.• Bachelor's degree required.• Minimum of 5 years of Operations Services Buying experience.• Knowledge of gas/electric utility products, equipment, and services.• Knowledge of commercial terms and conditions, business laws, and legal issues.Summary:• This role oversees supply chain management for utility electric and gas operations, encompassing activities like managing competitive bids, negotiating, conducting various analyses.• Developing supplier relationships, monitoring supplier performance, reporting cost savings, and fostering continuous improvement among suppliers and customers.• Experienced professional capable of working independently with minimal supervision and may involve providing guidance to other employees.Responsibilities:• Develop strategies for negotiating complex contracts worth millions.• Collaborate with the Office of General Counsel to ensure adequate commercial protection, and lead negotiations to optimize company outcomes.• Conduct market and financial analyses to assess business risks associated with suppliers or contracts.• Build and maintain professional relationships with suppliers based on ethical standards and company policies.• Serve as the main point of contact for suppliers in assigned categories.

Are you a Quality Manager working in a regulated industry and looking for change? Then this is the job for you!Direct Hire opportunity for a Quality Manager located in Rumford, Rhode IslandAs a Quality Manager you will: Responsible for the development, documentation, implementation and registration of the Quality Systems Leads validation efforts including IQ, OQ and PQ activities in accordance with ISO standards Reviews and maintains quality systems to assure continued compliance. Manage and supervise the Quality staff Lead MRB committee to quickly disposition non-conformances. Lead internal audits Develop performance metrics tracking and reporting system for manufacturing and business process quality This is a full-time, Direct Hire opportunity.Ideal candidate will have: Bachelor's degree in Engineering (BS in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing) 2+ years' experience in a Quality Manager role Experience working in a regulated industry Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical documentation Six Sigma preferred Quality certification and ASQ membership preferred. Automotive manufacturing experience required including competency in AIAG core tools, LPA's and RFMEA's. Salary Range: $105,000 - $125,000 per year *Pay range offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors, including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc.Qualified candidates should APPLY NOW for immediate consideration! Please hit APPLY to provide the required information, and we will be back in touch as soon as possible.Volt is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits any kind of unlawful discrimination and harassment. Volt is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national origin, citizenship, social or ethnic origin, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by the statutes, rules, and regulations in the locations where it operates. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please click here or call (866) 898-0005. Please indicate the specifics of the assistance needed.Volt does not discriminate against applicants based on citizenship status, immigration status, or national origin, in accordance with 8 U.S.C. § 1324b. The company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in a manner that complies with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws.Job ID : 425500

Purpose:The Account Manager is responsible for providing high quality, streamlined service with a focus on corporate initiatives for assigned chain or independent account(s). They operate as a team conductor to manage, direct, and coordinate all sales plans and programs.The Account Manager is responsible for strategic selling, bringing core product expertise and leveraging specialists when needed. They are responsible for creating partnering relationships of trust, integrity, customer satisfaction and loyalty and ensures customer compliance. They collaborate with their teams to achieve the objective of building out the store.Job Responsibilities:Account Management & Strategic Sales Planning (25%)• Execute sales plans and goals designed to increase sales, profit margin and minimize expenses• Develops joint business plans• Identify and manage new sales opportunities and servicing of existing accounts.• Forecast profit, volume growth and other related goals as determined. Assist with the preparation of a sales budget for assigned accounts.• Makes key decisions on addressing and identifying customer needs and concerns for assigned accounts• Bridge between Sales and Ops to manage through challenges and resolve for customerDeliver Account Results (25%)• Analyze sales reporting and create strategies to drive sales.• Operates as the account conductor and owns the specialty sales deployment process• Develops and maintains a JBP that drives sales and profit margin.• Responsible for sales and profit margin results for assigned account(s).• Focuses plans to drive sales and profit margin across product and services• Delivers on corporate goals to deliver synergy and cross selling capabilities to customersManage Relationships (25%)• Create and maintain partnerships with vendor, broker and other trade partners.• Meet or exceed client expectations and established deadlines.• Drives proactively the company's initiatives to ensure the success of the customer.• Focuses efforts on mutual sales and profit growth.• Owns one or more key account customers.Manage Execution (25%)• Conduct regular reviews of sales activities and effectiveness. May develop promotions and incentives to increase sales and improve performance.• Coordinates with a cross-functional team of resources to ensure account goals are achieved. Works collaboratively with Merchandising, Product Specialists and Professional Services to identify strategic selling opportunities for account(s).Job Requirements:Education/ Certifications:• Bachelor's degree strongly preferredExperience:• Minimum 2 years sales experience preferred• Understanding and knowledge of products• Development and execution of business plans, sales plans, and/or commission programs.• Familiarity with sales opportunities• Understanding of sales forecasting, programs, promotions and related techniques• Understanding of margin and company profitability• Proven track record of meeting and exceeding customer expectations• Ability to work in a result driven environment• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and company systems• Demonstrated ability to drive new business and close salesOther Skills/ Abilities:• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills• Aptitude for financial reporting• Ability to lead without reporting authority• Ability to interact at all levels of the business• Able to manage and coordinate projects• Able to exceed at: customer service skills, problem solving, attention to detail and organizational skills.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.

Bring your heart to CVS Health. Every one of us at CVS Health shares a single, clear purpose: Bringing our heart to every moment of your health. This purpose guides our commitment to deliver enhanced human-centric health care for a rapidly changing world. Anchored in our brand - with heart at its center - our purpose sends a personal message that how we deliver our services is just as important as what we deliver.Our Heart At Work Behaviors™ support this purpose. We want everyone who works at CVS Health to feel empowered by the role they play in transforming our culture and accelerating our ability to innovate and deliver solutions to make health care more personal, convenient and affordable.Job SummaryThe Manager, Portfolio Optimization plays a vital role in managing the Retail Pharmacy Growth Portfolio, owning the governance and strategic multi-year planning of growth-driving projects for the organization. You will be at the center of the business transformation within one of the world's strongest healthcare companies and therefore should have both intellectual curiosity to stay abreast of new topics within the pharmaceutical industry and tenacity to support complex business problems.This role will help drive the strategic planning, management, and prioritization of $300M+ of capital and operating budgets to drive script volume and enable product and service commercialization across the Pharmacy portfolio. The Manager will be a vital contributor in tracking capital allocation across projects in multiple product areas, supporting annual planning exercises, and ensuring financial planning and billing processes for Health Plan and other clients. You will build reporting and create effective presentations for senior leadership within the Retail Pharmacy and in cross-functional areas.The position is central to aligning wide-ranging stakeholders across the organization. Therefore, experience in building effective relationships and influencing skills are essential. You will demonstrate this by working across the enterprise with IT, Finance, Enterprise Analytics, and business innovation teams to integrate multiple outputs into a unified narrative. As the Manager, you will report to the Director, Portfolio Optimization but support Portfolio Optimization Senior Managers and ultimately develop working relationships across the Growth & Payer Relations teams. This role requires the ability to connect workstreams and partners across Rx Growth teams, solving problems creatively and efficiently. More importantly, a comprehensive understanding and ability to translate the roadmaps of dependent partners across the Enterprise is paramount.Responsibilities:• Manage the Retail Rx Growth and Payer Relations Portfolio, owning the governance and strategic multi-year planning of IT projects for the Pharmacy organization• Manage the Rx Growth capital budget, finding and unlocking synergies across growth projects and (re)allocating resources as needed• Facilitate the process of IT project slotting, ensuring all required materials are submitted, including vision statements, capabilities, project plans, and change requests• Support annual planning exercises across the Rx Growth portfolio in partnership with Portfolio Optimization Senior Managers• Lead the monthly invoice process for internal and external clients of Retail Pharmacy products and services• Become an Agile expert and advocate, leading partners to identify growth opportunities more efficiently• See the "big picture" and bring others along - connect systemic capability breakthroughs to drive partners towards more efficient value-capture opportunities• Create presentations of complex project/portfolio subject matter to a level of understanding for executive leadership, sponsors, business partners, and down to the staff level• Determine best practices and metrics for prioritizing work, establish timelines and cascade communications across Pharmacy and Digital leadership• Facilitate meetings and act as a mediator between Pharmacy teams and leadership to align on Pharmacy Services & Digital investments• Partner with Digital team on involvement in monthly Pharmacy Prioritization Committee to highlight upcoming Digital work, identify dependencies and create transparency between the teams• Report on initiatives roadmap, IT and capital utilization, and achievement of key milestones for Pharmacy Growth programsRequired Qualifications:4+ years of experience in managing projects, collaborating with stakeholders, ability to think creatively, be a self-starter and pivot from work tasks4+ years of experience in engaging in multiple projects within one or more programs, including leveraging interdependencies, prioritizing projects and (re)allocating scarce resources, and understanding corresponding financial effects, and building financial models4+ years of experience building and delivering leadership-facing presentations, trackers and KPIsPreferred Qualifications:Master's DegreeRetail Pharmacy experience / understandingStrong organizational and work planning skills and ability to manage multiple prioritiesStrong problem-solving and critical thinking skills to lead colleagues to achieve a common goal without direct authorityStrong communication skills with a diverse range of colleagues, both verbally and on paper, and with all levels of an organizationProficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and SharePointEducation: Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experienceBusiness Overview:Bring your heart to CVS Health Every one of us at CVS Health shares a single, clear purpose: Bringing our heart to every moment of your health. This purpose guides our commitment to deliver enhanced human-centric health care for a rapidly changing world. Anchored in our brand - with heart at its center - our purpose sends a personal message that how we deliver our services is just as important as what we deliver.Our Heart At Work Behaviors™ support this purpose. We want everyone who works at CVS Health to feel empowered by the role they play in transforming our culture and accelerating our ability to innovate and deliver solutions to make health care more personal, convenient and affordable. We strive to promote and sustain a culture of diversity, inclusion and belonging every day. CVS Health is an affirmative action employer, and is an equal opportunity employer, as are the physician-owned businesses for which CVS Health provides management services.We do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring, promotion, or any other personnel action based on race, ethnicity, color, national origin, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We proudly support and encourage people with military experience (active, veterans, reservists and National Guard) as well as military spouses to apply for CVS Health job opportunities.Pay RangeThe typical pay range for this role is:$63,300.00 - $139,200.00This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above.In addition to your compensation, enjoy the rewards of an organization that puts our heart into caring for our colleagues and our communities. The Company offers a full range of medical, dental, and vision benefits. Eligible employees may enroll in the Company's 401(k) retirement savings plan, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan is also available for eligible employees. The Company provides a fully-paid term life insurance plan to eligible employees, and short-term and long term disability benefits. CVS Health also offers numerous well-being programs, education assistance, free development courses, a CVS store discount, and discount programs with participating partners. As for time off, Company employees enjoy Paid Time Off ("PTO") or vacation pay, as well as paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Number of paid holidays, sick time and other time off are provided consistent with relevant state law and Company policies.For more detailed information on available benefits, please visit jobs.CVSHealth.com/benefits

The ideal candidate will be responsible for working with senior management to develop financial strategies for the organization. Management of the Finance staff, accounts payable function, and providing regular financial reporting. ResponsibilitiesLead financial meetings Ensures financial processes, administration, and financial management.Deliver reports and metrics to leadership.Maintains QuickBooks accounting system.Accounts Payable functions.Processes payments. Prepares bank deposits. Complete bank reconciliations. Analyzes revenue, expenses, cash flows, and balance sheets.Monitors study aging reports and sponsor follow-up. Maintains an accurate filing and record keeping system for all financial statements and company documents.Maintains Clinical Trial Management System. Prepare 1099 list.Participates in the execution of changes to procedures, policies, and systems to facilitate expansion.Reviews financially archived studies.Supervises finance employees.Approves Timesheets.Conducts Performance Reviews.QualificationsBachelor's degree or higher in Finance or related field 5 - 7 years of relevant experienceFluency in Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)Detail-oriented and analytical

The Project Manager (PM) is an experienced individual who has proficient knowledge of construction management, quality control, financial reporting/cost projections, construction installation and scheduling concepts, shows the ability to oversee, manage, lead, and delegate work activities to staff, manage all related activities in a timely and professional manner and interact with all inspection, owner and architectural representatives. The PM is the lead individual and reports to the Sr. Project Manager and/or Project Executive. The PM is responsible to oversee the full execution of items identified for the overall successful completion of the project. It is expected that the PM has full and expert knowledge of construction/engineering and related activities, terms, and concepts as well as coordination and scheduling of activities and management of staff.Requirements Ability to coordinate, interact and/or direct field labor, subcontractors, vendors, clients and architects Maintain client objectives, ensure needs are addressed and continued client relations upon project completion Monitor, guide and mentor progress and performance of project team to include Superintendent, Project Engineer, Administrative Project Engineer and Safety Establish the project communications methods and protocol Coordinate and lead project meetings to discuss critical issues and foresee potential exposures, strategies and resolve issues Verify existing project conditions and build into schedule, logistics and scopes Develop strategies to incorporate project safety plan into schedule, logistics and scopes Ability to identify risks and develop strategic plans Manage the contract document development phase understanding the agreement and develop preliminary construction schedules Support project team through scope review meetings Understand and enforce each trade subcontractors agreement implementing boiler plate language Responsible for Cost Management to include AIA Monthly Requisitions for Owner and Subcontractor, allowances, contingencies, options, cost reports, projections, fees, and expensesQualificationsBS Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or equivalent Construction Management experience 10 + years' experience preferred / OSHA 30 RequiredStrong communication, leadership and team building skills MS Office skills required, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPointLEED, LEEN, CSL accreditation preferredDimeo Construction Company is an Affirmative Action Equal Opportunity EmployerBenefitsDimeo Construction Company offers a variety of competitive benefits

Overview: Are you passionate about maintaining high-quality standards and ensuring product excellence? We're seeking a meticulous and proactive Quality Manager to lead our quality initiatives, oversee our Quality Management System (QMS), and ensure compliance with ISO 9001:2015 requirements. If you have a keen eye for detail and a drive for continuous improvement, this is the perfect opportunity for you!Key Responsibilities:Monitor and Maintain Quality Standards: Oversee and enhance quality processes across the organization, ensuring top-tier standards are met.QMS Oversight: Manage the Quality Management System, aligning it with ISO 9001:2015 guidelines. Ensure all QMS processes are up-to-date and continually improved.Understand Stakeholder Needs: Identify and fulfill the requirements of interested parties such as customers and suppliers. Maintain accurate and current information on these stakeholders.Process Flow Mapping: Ensure accurate process flow mapping and track ongoing improvements.Customer Focus and Product Conformity: Identify risks and opportunities affecting product conformity and quality. Collaborate with relevant teams to effectively address customer needs.Regulatory Reporting: Oversee outsourced compliance regulatory reporting and assign responsibilities for QMS activities.Risk Management: Manage risks and opportunities related to product quality, ensuring any issues are proactively addressed.Qualifications:A minimum of 5 years of management/supervisory experience in a quality-focused role, with at least 3 years as a Quality Engineer.Proven experience in obtaining and maintaining ISO Certification.A Bachelor's degree in Engineering is preferred, or equivalent years of relevant experience.

Purpose:Oversee daily operation of department and category functions and works closely with merchandising management team to achieve the goals of the category business plans. Develop annual promotional plan for the category by evaluating items and negotiate deals with vendors; develop, negotiate, and execute regional tactical plans for Category Management programs (pricing, promotion, product, procurement and placement) for the categories assigned. Develop annual promotional plans by category assigned, evaluating items and negotiating deals with vendors; develop, negotiate, and execute regional tactical plans for Category Management programs for the categories assignedJob Responsibilities:• Buyers' Fair/Quarterly promotion item coordination• Responsible for proofing and ensuring accuracy of promotional activity and communication within assigned category• Manage vendor/broker relationships in assigned categories• Manage assortment for commodity categories including the coordination with procurement team to help maintain required shrink and spoilage commitments with consideration of lowest cost of goods• Provide competitive merchandising solutions for retail formats by researching market conditions to determine potential sales of product or service and retail trends• Execute regional advertising plans of assigned categories• Resolve all internal and external customer requests and concerns while maintaining a high level of professionalism and service• Grow sales by creating weekly ad and supporting existing merchandising programs• Create sales opportunities through category management and market principles with relation to SKU rationalization, merchandising, and niche market applications• Review weekly ad forecasts and provide direction to the buyers to determine what inventory levels are needed to meet ad requirements• Conduct post-promotional review and analysis to determine if promotional requirements were met and if there were problem areas, provide information to vendor• Review period data to assess sales, service levels and category profitability, make adjustments as needed• Support and implement region and department initiatives as determined by merchandising management and regional director• Support private brand initiatives• Research, report and document P&L data to category merchandising manager.• Train and develop merchandising staff• Participate in development of key performers within Category Specialist and Analyst staff• Research, report and document P&L data to category merchandising manager• Communicate and educate "field" sales staff on all programs including merchandising strategies, reginonal/departmental programs and seasonal opportunities.• Manage BIV and all Sell Zones• Determine reflect window for promotions and facilitate the input of these promotions through the Category Analyst/Specialist• Develop on-going strategic SKU rationalization by category• Meets with Key Accounts on program participation• Oversees EMS Ad entries and EMS ad play and SRP determination• Coordinate product recalls with appropriate team members• Key contact for National Customer Service on retailer issues, as well as coordination of Orderwell changes and exception orders• Handle ePasses & other vendor related disputes/concerns effectively• Responsible for proofing and ensuring accuracy of promotional activity and communication within assigned categories• Manage sales & profitability within critical categories to ensure financial success• Performs other relevant job duties as required.Job Requirements:Education/ Certifications: (Required & Preferred)• Bachelor's degree preferred.Experience:• 5 years minimum industry experienceOther Skills/ Abilities:• Basic knowledge of internal Buying system preferred• Proven negotiation skills• Buying Systems acumen• Strong verbal and written communication skills• Aptitude for and interest in financial reporting• Proficiency in Microsoft Office• Proven success in a results driven environmentCompetencies that are preferred for this position include:• Sound Decision Making, Strategic Thinking, Creative Thinker, Financial Acumen, Meet Customer Needs, Build Realistic Plans, Manage Execution, Show Drive & Initiative, Build Support, Motivate Others, Develop Others, Promote Teamwork, Foster Open Communications, Establish Relationships, Establish Trust and Show AdaptabilityPHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT/ DEMANDS:• Some travel may be required• Most work is performed in a temperature-controlled office environment• Incumbent may sit for long periods of time at desk or computer terminal• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.• Incumbent may use calculators, keyboards, telephone and other office equipment in the course of normal workday• Stooping, bending, twisting and reaching may be required in completion of job dutiesAll 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.

Payroll ManagerDirect HireLocation: Hybrid -Pawtucket, RI (1-2 days per week onsite)Must Haves:Payroll background, including multiple payrollsProcess improvement experience and/or mentalityManagement experienceNice to have: UKG (for payroll processing)Prevailing wage/wage scale jobsPayroll integrationKronos( for timekeeping)Tax reportingUnion exposureManufacturing industry ( exposure to a high volume/high turnover environment with an hourly workforce)DESCRIPTION:The Payroll Manager is responsible for overseeing and supervising the organization's payroll functions, ensuring pay is processed on time, accurately, and in compliance with government regulations. The Payroll Manager is responsible for direction to the payroll team, problem solving, and creating new initiatives.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Reconcile job changes that impact pay between timekeeping and payroll systems.Perform audits on payroll results.Audit state, federal tax liabilities, and wage garnishments to payment services vendor.Stays current with payroll and timekeeping laws.Lead on payroll projects and manage payroll workflow.Resolve payroll issues, identify and implement new procedures to mitigate future concerns.Assists with audit reconciliations and requests.Proactivity in new trends, and forward thinking payroll processes.Collaborate with the payroll team to develop streamline functionality.Identifies process improvement initiatives and defines standards for new processes.Performs additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:Position requires 6 or more years of payroll experience.Comprehensive knowledge of the field's concepts and principles.Clear communication skills.Strong time management & computer skills. Excel skills a must.Effective problem solving skills.Able to work independently.High level of attention to detail and thoroughness.Strong problem solving abilities.Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Will interact with various departments and personnel.Work Life Balance Eligibility:Hybrid/Flexible work scheduleSummary: This is the job that most Payroll Managers will want! It's an opportunity to use your strong background in payroll and get out of the weeds of payroll processing. This is a Process Improvement/Change Management role within the payroll function so the job content will be very rewarding. Plus, the company is known for a great work/life balance, healthy culture, and a history of having employees stay for many, many years!