Director of Distribution

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. #LI-JM2

What you will be doing

Seeking a strategic and results driven Director of Distribution to work with all functions of the distribution center to include : VPGM / Directors, Warehouse, Transportation, Maintenance, Sanitation, and replenishment departments.

This role is pivotal in optimizing our supply chain processes, lead compliancy effects, ensuring efficient process / product flow and implementing continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational performance.

The position will be based in Irvine, CA.

Main responsibilities

• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including operations, replenishment, finance, and customer service, to ensure alignment and optimize supply chain performance.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and industry standards. Create programs, train, prepare, and keep teams ready for internal / external inspections.

Lead and drive compliancy for the Food Safety Modernization Act and Sanitary Food Transportation Act (FSMA / SFTA), through working closely with the distribution center departments, Corporate Food Safety Personnel and 3rd Party Pest Control.

• Streamline distribution processes through lean methodology to reduce costs and improve service levels fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Build and maintain relationships with external partners and vendors to enhance distribution capabilities.
• Develop and implement distribution strategies aligned with corporate objectives.
• Communicates with store and division office associates regarding operational issues and impact on them and partners with them on facility visits / training.
• Promote a culture of safety and ensure adherence to safety protocols within distribution operations.
• Utilize data analytics to monitor distribution performance metrics and drive informed decision-making.
• Provides VP / GM operational updates and exchange ideas for improvement in operations.
• Capable of working independently while effectively collaborating with team members.
• Proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Walks area of responsibility looking for compliance with programs and improvement of methods.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing distribution team, promoting a collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Ensure continuous training and development opportunities for team members.
• Adopt additional projects as required or implemented.
• Indirect people responsibilities : All Warehouse Operations associates All Facility Maintenance associates All Transportation associates

The salary range is $131,200 to $183,640 annually. Starting salary will vary based on criteria such as location, experience, and qualifications.

There may be flexibility for exceptional candidates.

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

What we are searching for

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration or related field; Master’s degree preferred and / or equivalent work experience in wholesale procedures preferably with the Company.
• Must have the ability to represent the Company’s interests in negotiations with outside professionals and consultants.
• Possess good communication skills, both verbal and written. Deal effectively with a wide variety of people both in person and over the telephone.
• Proven experience in distribution management, supply chain operations, or logistics.
• Working knowledge of retail food store operations preferred.
• Possess good leadership skills and the ability to supervise the work of others. Must be able to motivate and work with and through others to achieve desired results.
• Technical and analytical skills including MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access and Warehouse Management systems.
• Requires strong analytical ability to handle organizational / technical duties and mental alertness to ensure accurate, safe, and thorough completion of work activities.

Possess ability to concentrate and deal with frequent interruptions.

Physical Environment :

• Most work is performed under general office conditions in a temperature-controlled environment. During part of the workday the incumbent will be moving about the Distribution Center warehouse floor and potential hazards exist in regard to machinery such as forklifts, pallet jacks, mechanized systems, movement of tractors and trailers, etc.
• Temperatures in the warehouse may vary between 20 degrees to 70 degrees.
• Noise levels in all areas are within acceptable tolerance ranges for those specific work areas.
• May sit for long periods of time at a desk or computer terminal.
• Position responsibilities require some travel (up to 5%) during the workweek and occasional weekend travel.

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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