Provide leadership and direction for all facets of Transportation Operations in a highly complex Distribution Center (DC) with a multi-tiered Kroger-run transportation department. Provide oversight for the cost-effective transport of product from DC to retail stores in a multi-state region. Manage teams of drivers and supervisors while developing, improving, implementing processes to reduce delivery expense and increase customer satisfaction. Evaluate operational effectiveness and drive improvement against key performance indicators. Demonstrate the company s core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.From one tiny Cincinnati grocery store more than a century ago, we've grown into what today is the nation's largest grocer with nearly 2,800 stores in 35 states operating under 28 different names. As America's grocer, we take pride in bringing diverse teams with a passion for food and people together with one common purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. With a history of innovation, we work tirelessly to create amazing experiences for our customers, communities AND each other, with food at the heart of it all.

Here, people matter. That's why we strive to provide the ingredients you need to create your own recipe for success at work and in life. We help feed your future by providing the value and care you need to grow. If you're caring, purpose-driven and hungry to learn, your potential is unlimited.

Whether you're seeking a part-time position or a new career path, we've got a fresh opportunity for you. Apply today to become part of our Kroger family! Minimum
- Associate Degree business related field or equivalent in work-related experience
- 5+ years of experience with progressive responsibilities in a logistics/transportation environment
- Strong technical skills as it relates to web-based applications/programs with the ability to learn and master different operating systems
- Excellent leadership and project management skills
- Highly analytical with the ability to understand and resolve complex operational issues
- Strong interpersonal skills and development of associates
- Strong oral/written communication skills and the ability to present complex information to large groups
- Knowledge of accounting and finance principles, including, but not limited to audit and budgeting

Desired
- Bachelor's Degree
- Any distribution center/customer delivery experience- Provide direction and guidance for all Transportation leadership within the Distribution Center (DC), and influence a positive and uplifting culture with the team
- Manage equipment needs to ensure optimal customer service on a daily basis
- Collaborate with fleet maintenance, garage, van/trailer wash, fuel island and salvage/yard operations to ensure a well-maintained, operational fleet with less than 6% out of service at any given time
- Oversee and execute Transportation budget, service level standards, routing configuration, driver productivity standards, garage/maintenance and fleet utilization metrics
- Interact with stores, DC s, and FC s to ensure on time service and quality of deliveries are maintained and problem solve if necessary
- Analyze opportunities to improve operational effectiveness as measured against key performance indicators
- Ensure consistency, standardization and utilization of best practices within all operating entities within the DC s operating region
- Manage backhaul freight schedule to reduce costs and operational constraints/bottlenecks
- Establish relationship with network strategy teams and advise/work to optimize forecasting capability
- Manage vendor relationships and identify opportunities to increase revenues
- Lead efforts to identify transportation/freight synergies within the DC s operating region
- Supervise and coach direct reports in the performance of their duties; complete performance reviews and provide feedback to direct reports
- Maintain flexibility to work varying hours, including nights and weekends if dictated by workload/operational opportunities
- Travel to other Supply Chain site locations as needed
- Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation