Administrator Logistics

ADUSA Distribution is the distribution company of Ahold Delhaize USA, providing distribution services to one of the largest grocery retail supply chains in the nation. ADUSA Distribution fosters a culture that inspires and empowers our associates to always deliver exceptional service and value. Our team is supporting the supply chain network evolution to an integrated self-distribution model of the future, serving leading omnichannel grocery brands - Food Lion, Giant Food, The GIANT Company, Hannaford and Stop & Shop. To learn more about our company and the other supply chain companies of Ahold Delhaize USA, visit

Position Summary:

Responsible for daily execution and tracking of freight across the Ahold Delhaize America businesses. Work collectively across all Ahold Delhaize America banners and Shared Services to ensure that managed freight flows optimally throughout the Supply Chain.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

• Analyze all Customer Pickup loads delivering into assigned region/s for optimization opportunities and tender to carrier.
• Check PO notifications from CRP vendors daily to verify correct receipt of all orders, weights, dates & pickup locations
• Communicates with vendors and Inventory Analysts on any PO#'s that did not transmit or transmitted incorrectly
• Combine multiple PO#'s, adjust weights on PO's, adjust pick up days based on information provided by the vendor and/or as identified by self for DA gain i.e.: bracket pricing, efficiency programs, freight expense reduction.
• Work closely with vendors and Inventory Analysts on any orders that need date changes
• Expedite any PO#'s the buyer/vendor may need earlier than requested date-sometimes needing same day pickup
• Identify and assist Supply Chain Analytics with possible Customer Pickup opportunities
• Responsible for recruiting new carriers to Customer Pickup program
• Coordinate all freight claim research, filing and resolution for Customer Pickup loads
• Coordinate all drop trailer contracts for all DC's
• Work closely with vendor's shipping department to ensure timely loading of trucks for loads to reduce amount of detention
• Work closely with carriers to improve on-time delivery performance
• Send detailed report daily on Customer Pickup late loads to all buyers, Logistics & all DC's
• Assist DC's when they are missing bills for loads
• Assist DCs with notifying carriers when envelopes are needed to mail bill of ladings to the carrier
• Research past due and balance due invoices from carriers
• Take calls from prepaid carriers needing delivery appointments.
• Assist Truck Appointments when needed to schedule prepaid loads
• Maintain fuel surcharge scales for various vendors weekly and monthly.
• Perform analysis on various lanes (CPU, allowance vs expense, Alternative Product Flow, etc.)
• Liaison for communication flow with Distribution, Transportation, Category Management and Replenishment
• Execute transfers and rush deliveries at the request of Replenishment/Category
• Assist in disaster recovery efforts due to natural disaster or weather events

Knowledge:

• Basic knowledge of the trucking industry, distribution, and/or replenishment functions
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite of Programs

Skills:

• Excellent organizational, planning, influence, communication, and presentation skills
• Self-motivated and persuasive in presenting and selling ideas and executing their implementation
• Excellent communication skills

Abilities:

• Ability to manage day to day activity for identified responsibilities
• Demonstrate a personal acceptance of change and the ability to adapt and drive change
• Demonstrate an ability to implement and analyze retail business using consumer insights and analyzing trends.
• Active listener with an ability to build trust across varying levels of the organization

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain/logistics or business-related field

Experience:

• 1-3 years combined experience in logistics, supply chain, procurement/merchandising, and/or distribution/manufacturing operations
• Experience with the following computer programs: SEGA, DSS, LlamaSoft, WMS, PFT, Inforem, Tableau, Revionics, MSP
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite of Programs

We are an organization that values diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply without regard to sex, race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, marital status (including civil unions), military service, veteran status, pregnancy (including childbirth and related medical conditions), genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, legally recognized disability, domestic violence victim status or any other characteristic protected by law. Our organization is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities, including applicants. If you have a disability and require assistance in the application process, please email [email protected].