Job Description: Sobeys is full of exciting opportunities and we are always looking for bright new talent to join our team! We currently have a full-time opportunity for an Analyst Inbound Transportation role. Job Responsibilities: Facilitate custom issues while supporting on time delivery, product quality and cost objectives Manage daily transportation planning and optimization including track and trace Assist in the preparation and implementation of Sobeys transportation strategic plan around transportation cost and product quality Identify and implement best practices and synergies from within Sobeys and the industry Build and maintain strategic alliances internally and externally to maximize product quality and minimize cost Generate and analyze transportation reports Investigate and help resolve carrier claims Negotiate spot freight requirements as necessary to support quality and cost Assist Manager with logistic requests (i.e. suppliers, merchandising, logistics, carriers, RSC) Maintain a clean and safe work environment as per company requirements Review daily procurement issues with buyers, Distribution Centres and suppliers (i.e. lead times, delays, rush orders) Investigate and authorize carrier invoices Identify opportunities to reduce inventory, improve quality and reduce transportation costs and to act on these opportunities Prepare period end payments and reporting (i.e. expenses, freight clearing) Job Requirements: Previous experience with contract negotiations would be a benefit Highly motivated, results oriented with a strong work ethic Knowledge of the transportation in the retail grocery industry; distribution facility experience preferred Minimum of five years experience in transportation/logistics field considered an asset Experience in effectively managing a multiple carrier base is an asset Post secondary education or equivalent; undergraduate degree preferred Proficient use of Microsoft Office Suite; SAP, EXE and BW considered an asset Strong communication skills (both oral and written) Strong interpersonal skills Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task Job Details: Company: Sobeys Vacancy Type: Full Time Job Location: Calgary, AB, CA Application Deadline: N/A Apply Here careerstrivia.net
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