LOGISTICS/SR TRANSPORTATION MANAGER II at The Kroger Co. in Forest Park, Georgia

Job Description:

Provide leadership and direction for all facets of Transportation Operations for the Fulfillment Center (FC) and the FC s corresponding 1-2 Spoke Operations within the region/catchment area. Oversee personnel for the FC s delivery region, and develop, improve, and implement processes to reduce delivery expense and increase customer satisfaction of the delivery experience. 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
- 5+ years of experience with progressive responsibilities in a logistics/transportation environment
- 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
- 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

Desired
- Bachelor's Degree
- Any fulfillment center/customer delivery experience- Provide direction and guidance for all Transportation leadership within the Fulfillment Center (FC), and the FC s corresponding 1-2 Spoke Operations within the region/catchment area, and influence a positive and uplifting culture with team
- Oversee fleet maintenance, garage, van/trailer wash, fuel island and salvage/yard operations for the FC and corresponding Spoke Operations
- Oversee and execute Transportation budget, service level standards, routing configuration, driver productivity standards, garage/maintenance and fleet utilization metrics
- 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 FC s operating region (Spokes)
- Manage/balance resources between Spoke Operations to ensure optimal customer service levels
- Partner with the centralized call center to maintain and improve customer satisfaction as it relates to the delivery experience
- Assist with/manage inbound freight schedule to the FC to reduce costs and operational constraints/bottlenecks
- Establish relationship with network strategy teams and advise/work to optimize geographical offering as it relates to Spoke locations and/or diverting volume to a more economical location
- Manage vendor relationships and identify opportunities to increase revenues
- Lead efforts to identify transportation/freight synergies within the FC 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 Spoke Operations within the FC s operating region regularly
- Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation