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. 

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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 

A copy of the full job description can be made available to you. 

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 

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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