Business Analyst

About 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, 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 flavorBuilding the future of food and well-being starts with you. Join our team and bring your best self to the table.#bringyourflavorWhat You Will Be DoingThe Strategic Sourcing Department has an opening for a Business Analyst. The position will be based in Pleasanton CA or one of our main regional offices Boise, Idaho, Seattle, WA, Dallas TX, or Phoenix, AZ.Main ResponsibilitiesKey Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:Data mining related to specific initiatives and projects as requested by the Strategic Sourcing DepartmentProvide analysis including cost input, major drivers and logistic impactsSupport Sourcing Manager and Sr. Sourcing Manager as needed with their categoriesGather bid data and analyze complex supplier proposals and make award recommendations to the sourcing management and key stakeholdersSummarize financials and present recommendations to business unit and senior managementDevelop and manage supplier relationships with primary responsibility for bringing resolution to day-to-day issues related to pricing, and ongoing projects, issues and concerns.Initiate, manage, and execute sourcing projects that deliver improved quality, cost, service, and innovationBuild and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders at all levels of the businessResponsible for building efficient financial models that support competitive negotiating eventsAbility to challenge financial assumptions when neededInterface with various business units on projects and support the development of strategies to create a competitive negotiation environmentEnsure that processes are being followed and adhered to for SOX complianceSupport Albertsons personnel to resolve vendor invoice price discrepancy, product delays and/or shortages with incumbent supplierProject support as required for the departmentWillingness to travel as requested to attend various offsite meetings including Albertsons offices or plants, and supplier plants or officesAbility to manage minor categories as defined by the Sr. Sourcing ManagerResponsible for reviewing contracts to ensure accuracy as well as to reduce liabilities and exposureA copy of the full job description can be made available to you.The salary range is $80,100.00 to $104,160.00 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). [If applicable:] Associates in this position are also eligible for a quarterly bonus.What We Are Searching ForQualifications:B.A./B.S. degree in Business or another related field preferred2-4 years' experience in sourcing, finance, financial reporting/analysis or accounting preferredDiverse experience and knowledge in various aspects of sourcing/supply chain preferredExceptional meeting management and presentation skillsExcellent verbal and written communication skills and strong presentation skillsExceptional data mining capabilities across databasesStrong program skills in MS Office and Power BIStrong initiative, creative problem-solving ability and sense of urgencyAbility to effectively manage multiple projects and deadlinesAbility to work independently, with minimal guidance, and create solutions that are in alignment with the culture and strategies of the department and companyStrong organizational skills, analytical skills, attention to detail, quality assurance and follow throughStrong customer support and ability to work with cross functional teamsWhat 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 EmployerThis 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).

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