DescriptionWhy choose us?
Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Join us for an exciting opportunity at Albertsons Companies, where innovation and customer service go hand-in-hand!
At Albertsons Companies, we are looking for someone who’s not just seeking a job, but someone who wants to make an impact. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to lead, innovate, and contribute to the growth of a company that values great service and lasting customer relationships. This position offers the chance to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment that’s constantly evolving.
This role is responsible for leading a team of Traffic Analysts and/or Traffic Clerks within the Corporate Traffic Department. As part of a centralized transportation team, the position plays a key role in delivering exceptional customer service while optimizing transportation costs and supporting company-wide supply chain objectives.
The successful candidate will ensure the execution of departmental and organizational strategies while partnering closely with retail divisions to support operational day-to-day needs at the local level. This leadership role is responsible for fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and service excellence through effective coaching, mentoring, and employee development.
Location: Deer Valley Campus, Phoenix, AZ
Main responsibilities:
- Deliver industry-leading transportation service by ensuring on-time product delivery across multiple retail divisions and commodity groups, including produce, meat, wet and dry groceries, and other perishables.
- Strategically source, select, and manage carrier partners to achieve service, cost, and performance objectives.
- Optimize transportation spend through effective load planning, carrier management, and tactical execution of transportation strategies.
- Monitor carrier performance, identify opportunities for improvement, and implement corrective actions to enhance service and efficiency.
- Serve as the primary liaison between Transportation, Replenishment, Distribution, and other internal stakeholders to proactively resolve service issues and operational challenges.
- Identify training needs and facilitate department-wide learning and development initiatives.
- Maintain and enhance transportation management systems (TMS), appointment scheduling platform, and related operational tools to ensure data integrity and operational efficiency.
- Partner closely with Distribution Center leadership to maximize receiving capacity, improve flow, and reduce operational costs.
- Lead, coach, and develop a team of Transportation Analysts and/or Traffic Clerks to achieve operational and business objectives.
- Conduct regular performance discussions, establish clear expectations, and provide ongoing coaching to support employee growth and development.
- Participate in recruiting activities, including candidate screening, interviewing, and selection processes.
We are looking for candidates who possess the following:
- Bachelor's degree in Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field.
- 4–6 years of progressive experience in transportation, logistics, or supply chain operations.
- 2–3 years of people leadership experience, including coaching, performance management, and talent development.
- Working knowledge of both dry and perishable commodity transportation, including produce, meat, grocery, and temperature-controlled freight.
- Understanding of transportation regulations and compliance requirements, including DOT Hours of Service, CARB, and other applicable legislation.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, with the ability to analyze data and communicate insights effectively.
- Demonstrated self-starter with exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
- Proven success in coaching, developing, and empowering high-performing teams.
- Ability to inspire employee engagement and drive accountability while fostering a positive team culture.
- Experience building and managing strategic relationships with carrier and supplier partners.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to make timely, data-driven decisions.
- Customer-focused mindset with a strong sense of urgency and commitment to delivering results.
- Strong negotiation, influencing, and relationship-management skills.
- Flexibility to support business needs, including rotational weekend coverage and non-traditional work hours when required.
We also provide a variety of benefits including:
- Competitive wages paid weekly
- Access to up to 50% of your earned wages before payday, via our partnership with Stream
- Associate discounts
- Health and financial well-being benefits for eligible associates (Medical, Dental, 401k and more!)
- Time off (vacation, holidays, sick pay). For eligibility requirements please visit myACI Benefits
- Leaders invested in your training, career growth and development
- An inclusive work environment with talented colleagues who reflect the communities we serve
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