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, Carrs, 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. 

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Building the future of food and well-being starts with you. Join our team and bring your best self to the table. 

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What you will be doing 

The Produce Buyer is responsible for the profitable procurement and timely delivery of products for assigned lines. Works closely with the Produce/Floral Procurement Manager, Produce/Floral Sales Managers, Produce/Floral Operations managers, and other Buyers to achieve the goals of the company. Provides supply chain/inventory management for a promotionally active produce desk and corresponding financial accountabilities. Procures product in accordance with all policies and procedures established by the company.  

The position will be based in Roanoke, TX.   

 

Main responsibilities 

Responsible for managing Distribution Center inventory across a number of specific categories.  Optimize store service levels at 97% or above.  Maintain ongoing communication link with Produce/Floral Sales Manager to insure proper understanding of promotional activity and adequate level of logistical support.  Manage inventory levels and product rotation.  Negotiate logistical elements that improve cost and efficiency (work with vendors and transportation)  Remote access (buying system) from home or off-site location when necessary  Responsible for working with Logistics Coordinator to help manage the timely and efficient flow of goods throughout the supply chain.  Use various tools and sources to forecast and communicate weekly product needs for the Division.  Develop and maintain good working relationships with brokers, vendors, store operations, distribution center and division office personnel.  E-Pass (billing and invoice discrepancies)  Periodic product quality checks/walks in the distribution center  Performs other duties as assigned.  Most work is performed under general office conditions in a temperature-controlled environment. Incumbent may sit for long periods of time at a desk  Incumbent will use calculators, keyboards, telephones, and other office equipment during the workday  Has daily contact with co-workers, suppliers/vendors and customers 

What we are searching for  

Bachelor’s Degree, Management Certificate or equivalent experience required.  Retail operations management experience, with a minimum of one year experience as either a Market Manager or Chef’s Kitchen Manager preferred  Marketing experience helpful  Strong organizational and analytical skills  Excellent communication skills, both oral and written  Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and other Office programs  Track record of good judgment and able to achieve results with minimum supervision 

 

What is it like at Albertsons?  

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.    

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