About the company  

Albertsons 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 flavor 

Building the future of food and well-being starts with you. Join our team and bring your best self to the table. 

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What you will be doing 

The position will be based in Boise, Idaho, or one of our main regional offices.

Main responsibilities 

Labor Management Systems (LMS): 

Develop and implement a dynamic LMS tailored to specific operational needs, ensuring accurate measurement and optimization of workforce productivity.  Create easily accessible and understandable reporting connected to the LMS 

Engineered Labor Standards (ELS): 

Establish and maintain precise engineered labor standards for various tasks and processes within the supply chain, leveraging data-driven analysis and time-motion studies.  Regularly review and update labor standards to reflect process improvements and changes in operational requirements.  Deploy Pre-determined Time and Motion System (PTMS) analysis with world-class documentation and change controls 

Continuous Improvement (CI): 

Champion a CI culture throughout the organization, utilizing Lean Six Sigma methodologies to identify inefficiencies and develop effective solutions.  Lead and support Lean Six Sigma projects to drive process optimization, waste reduction, and cost savings. 

Team Management: 

Provide visionary leadership to the Industrial Engineering team, fostering a positive and results-driven work environment.  Set clear goals, provide feedback, and conduct performance evaluations to maximize team performance and professional growth.  Train, guide, and develop Industrial Engineers and Managers  Build a culture that lives our values and drives CI 

Data Analysis and Reporting: 

Analyze performance data, labor metrics, and key performance indicators to identify trends, opportunities, and areas for improvement.  Present findings and actionable recommendations to senior management and stakeholders regularly. 

Collaborative Partnerships: 

Collaborate closely with other departments, such as Operations, Transportation, and Finance, to align LM strategies with overall business objectives. 

Industry Best Practices: 

Stay abreast of the latest industry trends, technologies, and best practices related to labor management and industrial engineering.  Introduce innovative solutions and advancements to maintain our competitive edge in the market. 

 

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What we are searching for  

Personal Characteristics 

Disruptive mindset and risk taker.  Fast learner, not afraid to test, fail, iterate and scale.  Strategic and innovative thinker.  Strong sense of urgency and integrity.  Strong influencer, collaborator and relationship builder.  Problem solver and results driven.  Exceptional at prioritizing and focusing on the highest value opportunities. 

Experience & Expertise 

Bachelors of Science in Industrial Engineering, preferred MBA or Masters in IE Management   5+ years of process improvement or Six Sigma leadership experience preferable in a retail or CPG environment.  Proven expertise at leading successful teams located across multiple states.  Expert at providing direction and successfully driving results in a complex, multi-state organization by motivating, leading and influencing internal and external stakeholders.  Expert in using MTM and MOST methodology as well as activity-based costing and compensation programs.  Expertise in Financial acumen with focus on delivering P&L results and detailed data analysis.  Experience working with collective bargaining agreements and building relationships with local and international (IBT) union representation.  Strong ability to execute with speed and agility to achieve established goals.  Experience using computerized warehouse management and transportation management systems. 

Leadership Capabilities 

Ability to develop and drive a culture for innovation.  Strong ability to build, inspire and lead a high energy, high performing organization that delivers results and value.  Deep understanding on how to optimize teams to meet the ever-growing demands of a fast-paced environment.  Ability to leverage thought diversity to identify and execute innovative ideas to improve productivity.  Executive presence and mindset, with the ability to roll up sleeves when necessary. 

Culture Fit and Impact 

Compassion: “Treat each other and our customers with kindness and respect”  Team: “Support and recognize each other”  Competitive: “Act with integrity to win over the customer”  Learning: “Strive to grow and develop ourselves and others”  Inclusive: “Value everyone’s perspective”  Ownership: “Take actions to drive our success” 

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.    

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