• Job Description

  Req#: 584967

  About the company

  Albertsons Companies is at the forefront of the revolution in retail. With a fixation on innovation and building culture, our team is rallying our company around a unique vision: forging a retail winner that is admired for national strength, deep roots in the communities we serve, and a team that has passion for food and delivering great service.

  Albertsons is one of the largest retail employers, providing approximately 300,000 jobs across 2,200 stores, 22 distribution centers, 20 food and beverage plants and various support offices. We operate in 34 states and the District of Columbia under the Albertsons banner, as well as Safeway, Tom Thumb, Jewel Osco, Shaw’s and many more recognizable names.

  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.

  #bringyourflavor

  #LI-AC1

  What you will be doing

  The Buyer Specialist is responsible for the purchasing and timely delivery of products for specialized categories within our Center of Store Department. The Buyer Specialist provides supply chain/inventory management for a promotionally active center of store desk and corresponding financial accountabilities. Buyer Specialists procures product in accordance with all policies and procedures established by the company.

  The position will be based in Boise, Idaho, or one of our distribution centers.

  The salary range is$62,700 to $81,540 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.

  Main responsibilities

  • Responsible for managing Distribution Center inventory across a number of specific specialized categories.

  • Optimize store service levels at 97% or above.

  • Maintain ongoing communication links with division retail teams and vendors to ensure 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).

  • Evaluates suppliers’ offerings against key business criteria and product specifications.

  • 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

  • Incumbents 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

  • 2+ years of Buying Experience

  • Marketing experience preferred

  • 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.

  We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at 1-888-255-2269(option #4).

• About the company

  Albertsons Companies, Inc. With 2,252 stores as of the first quarter of fiscal year 2021 and 270,000 employees as of fiscal year 2020, the company is the second-largest supermarket chain in North America after Kroger, which has 2,750 stores.

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