Sourcing analyst Jobs in Phoenix, AZ

Job DescriptionAbout the companyAlbertsons 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, Carr's, 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 flavorBuilding the future of food and well-being starts with you. Join our team and bring your best self to the table.#bringyourflavor#LI-ED1What you will be doingThe Own Brands Strategic Sourcing Department has an opening for a Sr. Sourcing Analyst.The position will be based in Pleasanton, CA, Phoenix, AZ, Boise, ID, Dallas, TX or one of our main regional offices (Seattle, WA, Portland, OR, Denver, CO, Chicago, IL, or Fullerton, CA).Main responsibilitiesRunning a competitive event : Ensure smooth execution of category review and event timelines. Develop key category documents (e.g., review, strategy, award recommendations). Collate RFI and RFP responses, work with sourcing analytics team on negotiation docs. Collaborate with the contracts team to manage vendor contract paperwork.Leading analysis : Lead outcomes on complex category-strategy and spend analyses. Build preliminary award scenarios and vendor competencies. Collaborate with the sourcing analytics team on all analyses.Vendor management :

Manage vendor communications during competitive events and day-to-day activities. Handle vendor feedback through sample reviews and other activities.Executing on the day-to-day : Support non-competitive event activities (e.g., cost changes, product discontinuations, new item sourcing).The salary range is $72,100.00 to $93,640.00 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).A copy of the full job description can be made available to you. What we are searching for Preferred degree in : Economics, Mathematics, Food Science, Managerial Economics, or Finance.

5+ years' experience and the education listed above. Good understanding of sourcing, the supply chain (manufacturing, distribution) for multiple consumable categories, preferably including Food and Beverage.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Intermediate to advanced computer skills including Word, Excel, PowerPoint. Ability to understand and work with multiple enterprise-wide systems / tools.

Ability to understand and work with multiple enterprise-wide systems including various sources of data to build a business case.

Excellent presentation and influencing skills using PowerPoint to make recommendations to leadership.

Ability to lead cross-functional projects teams ensuring timelines are met and results are exceeded via strong relationship and collaboration skills.

Able to communicate clearly, turning complex analysis into simple messages.

High energy level, initiative, creative problem-solving ability and sense of urgency.

Excellent team interpersonal skills and ability to handle multiple tasks while providing superior service.

Able to identify and implement business process opportunities to continuously improve department efficiencies and effectiveness.

Passion for the food, retail or consumer packaged goods industry. 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 (option #4).