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.  

 

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. 

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What you will be doing 

This role supports our retail divisions in executing operational ownership to ensure on-time service, at the lowest cost. By collaborating directly with carrier partners and internal customers to manage all stages in the load management process. All aspects of freight management are required, starting with load build and tender allocations to invoicing and all stages in between. 

The position will be based in Phoenix, AZ or one of our main regional offices (Seattle, WA, Portland, OR, Pleasanton CA, Denver CO, Dallas TX, Chicago, IL, or Fullerton, CA, Boise, Idaho).  

Two potential shifts are available depending on work experience: 

M-F 0700 – 1600 (PHX time)  F-M 0500 - 1600 (PHX time) 

 

Main responsibilities 

Day to day operational accountability for company’s truckload, LTL, and intermodal programs, which include both dry and perishable commodities.  Tender shipments to carriers following routing guides.  Responsible for negotiating spot rates and resolving service issues with carriers.  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 order changes and problem resolution.  Working knowledge of freight claim liability and resolution.  Working knowledge of DOT rules and regulations.  Analyze the transportation cost per lane and commodity.  Special projects as assigned. 

 

The salary range is $50,900.00 to $63,080.00 annually. Starting salary will vary based on criteria such as location, experience, and qualifications. There may be flexibility for exceptional candidates. Benefits may include medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, sick pay (accrued based on hours worked), PTO/Vacation Pay (accrued based on hours worked) or Flexible Time Off, paid holidays (8-9 days annually), bereavement pay, and retirement benefits (such as 401(k) eligibility).  [If applicable:] Associates in this position are also eligible for a quarterly bonus. 

 

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 

We believe the successful candidate has these qualifications and experience: 

We are looking for a focused and reliable individual that enjoys working with suppliers to execute at an elevated level to meet internal customer needs. Effective communication skills will be key for success. 

Ability to review operational reports to identify trends that require corrective action  Build relationships with internal partners to create positive outcomes and increase service  Manage the business like you are an owner  

 

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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