Salesforce Solutions Architect

Title: Salesforce Solutions Architect- Remote

Job Ref:

173253

 

Location:

Providence, RI 02903

 

Location Flexibility:

Remote

 

Category:

IT

 

Job Type:

Full-time

 

Job Status:

Exemp

 

Pay Basis

Yearly

 

Pay Range

$114300.00 - $220500.00 Annually ($54.95 - $106.01 Hourly)

Job Description:

Job Ref: 173253 Location: Providence, RI 02903 Location Flexibility: Remote Category: IT Job Type: Full-time Job Status: Exempt Anticipated Closing Date: Nov. 14, 2025 Pay Basis Yearly Pay Range $114300.00 - $220500.00 Annually ($54.95 - $106.01 Hourly) Brand UNFI

Compensation Range- $130,000-$150,000

Job Overview:

The IT Salesforce Solutions Architect serves as a critical bridge between our business stakeholders and the technical implementation team, focusing on translating business requirements into effective Salesforce solutions while maintaining architectural integrity. This role collaborates with the technical implementation team to ensure comprehensive solution design that addresses both business needs and technical standards. This position applies advanced knowledge and understanding of architecture, systems design, and integration to develop solutions. Key responsibilities include direct business stakeholder engagement, requirements gathering, solution design that aligns with the existing Salesforce architecture, and working collaboratively with the technical implementation team to ensure solutions are both business-appropriate and technically sound.

What does it mean to be part of the Information Technology Team?

A role in Information Technology at UNFI involves being a part of the transformation of food for all through many innovative technology products such as myUNFI, our customer ordering platform or our warehouse management systems that optimize service. You will have an opportunity to be a part of the technology journey to transform food for all through collaboration and building solutions across teams that directly contribute to our OneUNFI strategy. Roles include network automation, infrastructure unification and modernization, data services and analytics, and digital offering.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary technical liaison to business stakeholders, gathering requirements and translating them into viable Salesforce solutions
• Design solutions that balance business requirements with technical feasibility and architectural integrity
• Develop comprehensive understanding of the organization's existing Salesforce architecture, customizations, and integrations
• Collaborate with stakeholders, business analysts, and project managers to understand project requirements and objectives, and educate them on Salesforce capabilities and limitations
• Collaborate with technical lead to design and develop high level and detailed technical solutions, ensuring they meet functional and non-functional requirements
• Design and implement solutions that seamlessly integrate with existing systems
• Ensure compatibility, consistency, and interoperability between different software components and platforms that integrate with your Salesforce solutions
• Work closely and lead development teams, providing technical guidance and oversight throughout the project lifecycle to ensure design patterns are respected across different teams and/or organizations
• Evaluate and recommend appropriate Salesforce features, products, and third-party solutions to address business needs
• Ensure solutions are scalable, maintainable, and follow Salesforce best practices
• Provides consultation to Technology and business teams
• Performs other duties as assigned

Job Requirements:

Education/ Certifications:

• Bachelor's or Postgraduate degree or professional qualification in Business, Computer Science, Marketing, Finance, or a similar field of study
• Certifications in relevant Salesforce clouds and architecture is required

Experience:

• 6-10 years' experience in Salesforce or relevant experience
• Proven experience as a Salesforce Architect or similar role, with a minimum of 5+ years' experience in a leading role in the delivery of Salesforce project
• Previous experience in consumer goods or retail-based work
• Consulting experience is a plus, but a consulting mindset is a must
• Hands-on experience with Salesforce products including Sales Cloud, Service Cloud, Data Cloud, Data Loader, Revenue Cloud, CRMA, Marketing Cloud and CG Cloud
• Experience working directly with business stakeholders to gather requirements and design solutions
• Knowledge/Skills/ Abilities:
• Strong understanding of Salesforce development frameworks, e.g., Lightning Web Components, Apex, JavaScript, and Visualforce
• Expertise in declarative automation, e.g., Flows, Process Builder, Validation Rules, and Approval Processes
• Ability to understand and work within complex Salesforce architectures
• Experience with Salesforce governance models and change management processes
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think strategically and anticipate future technical needs
• Outstanding ability to coach, motivate, and direct work tasks to a multi-disciplinary team of Salesforce professionals
• Strong communication skills with the ability to effectively engage with both business stakeholders and technical teams
• Demonstrated commitment to continued personal and professional development
• Active in their local Salesforce community
• 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

Physical Environment/Demands

Office Roles:

• Most work is performed in a temperature-controlled office environment
• Incumbent may sit for long periods of time at a 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, telephones, and other office equipment in the course of a normal workday
• Stooping, bending, twisting, and reaching may be required in the completion of job duties

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 and/or location.

About UNFI: We are North America's premier grocery wholesaler, delivering the widest variety of fresh, branded, and owned brand products to community grocers and retail chains alike. A pioneer in natural and organic foods, we are growing and transforming to meet the needs of an evolving workplace. Our 29,000+ employees work across America in our 50 Distribution Centers and corporate offices. Learn more: Organic, Natural and Conventional Food | Wholesale Food Distributors | UNFI

Benefits: Competitive 401k, Flexible PTO, Remote, Health benefits - first of the month following 30 days of employment, mentorship program/developmental opportunities.

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 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.