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Ahold Delhaize USA · 2 days ago

Manager III A-Brands Sourcing

Ahold Delhaize USA, a division of global food retailer Ahold Delhaize, is seeking a Manager III A-Brands Sourcing to lead sourcing strategies and optimize financial results across their Center Store portfolio. This role involves developing communication materials, financial reporting, and leading a team to drive change and innovation within the organization.

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Responsibilities

Develop sourcing strategies and tactics in conjunction with our Great Local Brands to leverage size and scale in service of delivering optimal financial results (S4OC, ECE, etc) - Expands sphere of influence more broadly to drive change/innovation to enhance overall company performance
Responsible for period/quarterly financial reporting on suppliers and Brands within their assigned portfolio. Identifying opportunities and areas for concern and helping teams formulate action plans to address
Accountable for ensuring team (direct reports) develops communications and materials (e.g. category briefs, playbooks, etc.) in support of leadership engagement across ADUSA with key CPG's
Accountable for (and responsible for supporting through data and process development and enhancements) negotiations across assigned portfolio
Point-person for escalation (when needed) across all Great Local Brands for key issues (e.g. cost increases, reclaim changes, etc.)
Accountable to lead and develop team (training/developing)--building consensus and driving alignment across all levels of leadership throughout RBS and ADUSA Build the capabilities of Sourcing through effective execution of team talents & strategies. Reinforces the sense of purpose within the team and actively engages in ongoing conversations to connect individual and team purpose across functions
Additional job duties may be assigned as needed to meet the needs of the business and support our Values

Qualification

SourcingCategory ManagementVendor ManagementNegotiatingFinancial ReportingChange ManagementProject ManagementAnalytical SkillsMicrosoft SuiteData InterpretationCommunication SkillsConflict Management

Required

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis until the end of their appointment
Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and related work experience
10+ years of related Sourcing, Negotiating, Category, & vendor management experience
4+ years demonstrated success leading people/teams
Project Management/Facilitation
Change Management
Firm understanding of financial reporting (P&L management), & ability to understand and leverage syndicated/internal data. Demonstrated success with educating others on these topics
Successful track record of influencing others without authority. Independent interaction and leadership with senior leadership levels across the organization
Excellent communication and presentation abilities, paired with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Demonstrated facilitation skills over multiple media types (video conferences, TEAMS, Skype, conference calls, in-person meetings, etc.) with varying size groups (typically 5-25)
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Suite, DSS, and IDW, with strong SEGA capabilities. Skilled in interpreting and leveraging syndicated data reports (e.g., IRI) to drive insights. Demonstrated understanding of both self-distribution and C&S environments
Conflict management skills & general knowledge of industry and suppliers

Preferred

Master's degree preferred

Company

Ahold Delhaize USA

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Ahold Delhaize USA provides retail media solutions for brands to advertise to grocery shoppers across ADUSA brands using data-driven tools.