Job Description
**Why 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.
**What you will be doing:**
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.
**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
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**We are looking for candidates who possess the following:**
* Bachelor's degree in Transportation, Logistics, or Business\-related field preferred
* 2 plus 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
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**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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