Delhaize America, ONE Transport Network

With over 1,500 stores in 16 states, Delhaize America is one of the leading supermarket operators in the United States. The American counterpart to Delhaize Company in Belgium, Delhaize America owns and operates the chains Food Lion, Hannaford Bros, Kash n' Karry and Harveys. It is through these different localized banners that Delhaize America is able to tarket specific needs and markets. Delhaize America is careful to maintain ties to the community and its local customers by organizing in this decentralized, personally focused distribution network.

Delhaize America employs approximately 105,000 full-time and part-time associates up and down the East Coast. Distribution is a major part of Delhaize America’s system, and it participates in the One Network Enterprises (ONE), which improves dispatch efficiency along the supply network. Suppliers and carriers use the same standardized tools and processes to work with any retailer on the network. Computer messaging systems organize dispatch schedules instead of personnel on telephones. Carriers coordinate pick up and delivery schedules through an advanced computer system, facilitating transport because both processes are done using the same network and tools.

Each of Delhaize America’s grocery store chains hires private carriers to drive their trucks. Each of these chains has the feel of a small, personal environment backed by the strength of a major international company. The strong company and advanced distribution network make Delhaize America stores an exciting place to work.