Sobeys Careers Near Me – Analyst Inbound Transportation

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

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