What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sourcing Analyst position at Albertsons Market?
About The Company
Albertsons Companies is at the forefront of the revolution in retail. With a fixation on raising the bar with innovation and building belonging through our culture, our team is rallying our company around a unique purpose: to create joy around each table and inspire a healthier tomorrow for every community.
Albertsons Companies is one of the largest food and drug retailers in the United States, with over 2,200 stores in 34 states and the District of Columbia. Our well-known banners include Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Jewel-Osco, Shaw's, Acme, Tom Thumb, Randalls, United Supermarkets, Pavilions, Star Market, Haggen, Carr’s, Kings Food Markets, and Balducci's Food Lovers Market. We support our stores with 22 distribution centers and 19 manufacturing plants.
Placing a premium on adaptability, safety and family well-being, our work model, Presence with a Purpose, offers a hybrid work environment between remote work and office time. A one-size-fits-all approach does not apply to everyone, and teams are empowered to make decisions best for them.
Bring your flavor
Building the future of food and well-being starts with you. Join our team and bring your best self to the table.
#bringyourflavor
What You Will Be Doing
This role supports daily operations by working directly with suppliers and internal customers to strategically analyze managed freight opportunities balancing cost and service.
We are looking for a focused and reliable individual that enjoys working with suppliers to execute at a high level to meet internal customer needs. Effective communication skills will be key for success.
The position will be based in Phoenix, AZ or Boise, ID.
Main Responsibilities
What We Are Searching For
Our 290,000 associates have a passion for great service and building lasting relationships with our customers. Through a companywide focus on innovation, we are continually enhancing our digital and product offerings, making it easy for customers to get what they need, wherever they are.
Albertsons is an Equal Opportunity Employer
This Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Consistent with applicable state and local law, the Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at 1-888-255-2269(option #4).
Albertsons Companies is at the forefront of the revolution in retail. With a fixation on raising the bar with innovation and building belonging through our culture, our team is rallying our company around a unique purpose: to create joy around each table and inspire a healthier tomorrow for every community.
Albertsons Companies is one of the largest food and drug retailers in the United States, with over 2,200 stores in 34 states and the District of Columbia. Our well-known banners include Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Jewel-Osco, Shaw's, Acme, Tom Thumb, Randalls, United Supermarkets, Pavilions, Star Market, Haggen, Carr’s, Kings Food Markets, and Balducci's Food Lovers Market. We support our stores with 22 distribution centers and 19 manufacturing plants.
Placing a premium on adaptability, safety and family well-being, our work model, Presence with a Purpose, offers a hybrid work environment between remote work and office time. A one-size-fits-all approach does not apply to everyone, and teams are empowered to make decisions best for them.
Bring your flavor
Building the future of food and well-being starts with you. Join our team and bring your best self to the table.
#bringyourflavor
What You Will Be Doing
This role supports daily operations by working directly with suppliers and internal customers to strategically analyze managed freight opportunities balancing cost and service.
We are looking for a focused and reliable individual that enjoys working with suppliers to execute at a high level to meet internal customer needs. Effective communication skills will be key for success.
The position will be based in Phoenix, AZ or Boise, ID.
Main Responsibilities
- Analyze the transportation cost per lane by commodity and find cost savings opportunities for the Company
- Responsible for understanding the freight market and negotiating rates with product suppliers
- Work as a team player with internal staff and external customers to accomplish least cost/on-time delivery service
- Communicate with buyers, vendors, and warehouse personnel on strategic changes and problem resolution
- Strategic understanding of the company’s truckload, LTL, and intermodal programs, which include both dry and perishable commodities
- Understanding of freight tendering and load tracking
- Working knowledge of freight claim liability and resolution
- Working knowledge of DOT rules and regulations
- Special projects as assigned
What We Are Searching For
- Bachelor's degree in Transportation, Logistics, or Business-related field preferred
- 2 years transportation operations experience
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Access, Word, and Outlook
- Proven customer service skills
- Excellent analytical, negotiating, and problem-solving skills
- Detail-oriented and able to work independently as well as part of an integrated team
- Strong working knowledge of business analysis and implementation
Our 290,000 associates have a passion for great service and building lasting relationships with our customers. Through a companywide focus on innovation, we are continually enhancing our digital and product offerings, making it easy for customers to get what they need, wherever they are.
Albertsons is an Equal Opportunity Employer
This Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Consistent with applicable state and local law, the Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at 1-888-255-2269(option #4).
