Replenishment Manager

Overview

Why choose us?

Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Join us for an exciting opportunity at Albertsons Companies, where innovation and customer service go hand-in-hand. We are looking for someone who’s not just seeking a job, but someone who wants to make an impact. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to lead, innovate, and contribute to the growth of a company that values great service and lasting customer relationships.

This position offers the chance to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment that’s constantly evolving. Bring your flavor and best self to the table.

The Replenishment Category Manager is a national, strategic role responsible for Replenishment planning activities for a group of categories and strategically supports national Merchandising. This is a strategic role doing highly analytical work that influences the Replenishment organization. The role works in small, highly powered teams and collaborates closely with Merchandising, Operations, and suppliers.

Key activities include:

• Develop and maintain a national volume plan, displaying projections for inventory over coming months
• Solicit input on the plan from National Category Directors (NCDs) and national suppliers
• Engage in ongoing dialogue with NCDs on category strategy performance against plan
• Provide strategic support for NCDs and equip them with metrics for supplier negotiations
• Partner with Merchandising and participate in meetings to support category planning and execution
• Share supplier performance and opportunities for cost-to-serve improvements with NCDs

The Replenishment Category Manager is part of the Replenishment Category Lead team and reports to Replenishment Category Directors. This role supports the national replenishment transformation and upholds a high standard of professional integrity.

Education Level: Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent replenishment and planning, and/or supply chain experience.

• Experience: 3+ years of experience in multiple facets of Supply Chain (including Retail Operations, Buying, Logistics and Manufacturing). Deep expertise in a few categories.

• Deep replenishment expertise
• Deep expertise in a few categories
• Familiarity with inventory management and order management
• Familiarity with supplier buying, negotiation, cost reduction identification, issue resolution
• Strategic thinking and proactive issue resolution
• Forward-looking planning and strong presentation, communication, change management, and persuasion skills
• Data-driven and proficient with MS Office and supply chain systems
• Experience with in Albertsons division and distribution center operations preferred
• Experience in demand planning and forecasting preferred
• Understanding of the grocery retail industry; merchandising experience is a bonus

• Travel:
  Less than 10%
• Work may be performed in a temperature-controlled environment
• Occasional extended sitting, standing, or walking
• Long periods at a desk or computer; use of keyboards and office equipment

Workdays can be fast-paced; some evening and weekend work may be required.

• Competitive wages paid weekly
• Associate discounts
• Health and financial well-being benefits for eligible associates (Medical, Dental, 401k and more)
• Paid time off including vacation, holidays, and sick pay; eligibility requirements apply
• Training, career growth, and development opportunities
• Inclusive work environment with colleagues who reflect the communities we serve

Our values – view the video: ACI Values

Corporate & SCM (NON-UNION):
All States EXCEPT WA:
Starting rates will be no less than the local minimum wage and may vary based on location, experience, and qualifications. Candidates with unique qualifications may be considered for compensation above this range. Benefits may include medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, sick pay, PTO/Vacation Pay or Flexible Time Off, paid holidays, bereavement pay, and retirement benefits (pension and/or 401k eligibility).

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