The Role
Lead site day-to-day distribution operations, ensuring safety, productivity, order accuracy, and budget control. Manage workforce and department heads, coach direct reports, collaborate with retail partners, and support general manager to drive efficiency and customer satisfaction.
Summary Generated by Built In
Provide leadership and direction to ensure performance in the site's day to day operations, processes, and systems. Support the general manager of a distribution operation regarding all facets of site safety, productivity, and associate engagement to drive operating efficiency and customer satisfaction. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.Responsibilities- Oversee all activities related to daily operations and aligning the business, people and safety practices to achieve key metrics
- Lead and support other department heads in problem solving through collaborative efforts in the absence of the site leader
- Ensure proper and safe work methods are utilized while following operation standards and maximizing productivity/performance
- Follow established programs, policies and practices to produce and/or distribute safe, quality foods and other merchandise that meet regulatory and company requirements
- Monitor and meet all order accuracy requirements, maintaining a Full, Fresh and Friendly mindset that focuses on quality receiving and shipping of orders
- Understand how current technologies, regulations and vendor/supplier dynamics are impacting the business
- Manage, plan and control operating costs and facility budgets
- Manage the workforce to meet site business objectives
- Support collaboration with retail partners to improve service
- Travel as needed across the Kroger network
- Supervise and coach direct reports in the performance of their duties; complete performance reviews and provide feedback to direct reports
- Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation
QualificationsMinimum
- Associate Degree business related field or equivalent work experience
- 1 year supervision experience in distribution or manufacturing
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Proven ability to lead, train and motivate a team and ability to develop others
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with stakeholders and peers
- Strong follow-up and accountability skills
- Strong critical thinking skills, attention to detail and ability to draw conclusions
- Excellent oral/written communication skills
Desired
- Bachelor's Degree
- Any experience managing both union and non-union associates
- 3+ years distribution or manufacturing experience
About Us
- Lead and support other department heads in problem solving through collaborative efforts in the absence of the site leader
- Ensure proper and safe work methods are utilized while following operation standards and maximizing productivity/performance
- Follow established programs, policies and practices to produce and/or distribute safe, quality foods and other merchandise that meet regulatory and company requirements
- Monitor and meet all order accuracy requirements, maintaining a Full, Fresh and Friendly mindset that focuses on quality receiving and shipping of orders
- Understand how current technologies, regulations and vendor/supplier dynamics are impacting the business
- Manage, plan and control operating costs and facility budgets
- Manage the workforce to meet site business objectives
- Support collaboration with retail partners to improve service
- Travel as needed across the Kroger network
- Supervise and coach direct reports in the performance of their duties; complete performance reviews and provide feedback to direct reports
- Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation
QualificationsMinimum
- Associate Degree business related field or equivalent work experience
- 1 year supervision experience in distribution or manufacturing
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Proven ability to lead, train and motivate a team and ability to develop others
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with stakeholders and peers
- Strong follow-up and accountability skills
- Strong critical thinking skills, attention to detail and ability to draw conclusions
- Excellent oral/written communication skills
Desired
- Bachelor's Degree
- Any experience managing both union and non-union associates
- 3+ years distribution or manufacturing experience
About Us
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!
What you’ll receive from us:
The Kroger Family of Companies offers comprehensive benefits to support your Associate Well-Being, including Physical, Emotional, Financial and more. We'll help you thrive, with access to:
- A wide range of healthcare coverage, including affordable, comprehensive medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, through company plans or collective bargaining agreement plans.
- Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles with paid time off, including holiday and sick pay based on eligibility and length of service.
- Emotional and financial support with free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program and free, confidential financial tools and coaching with Goldman Sachs Ayco.
- Valuable associate discounts on purchases, including food, travel, technology and so much more.
- Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career, through our industry-leading Continuing Education program.
- Vast potential for growth, through an abundance of industry-leading training programs and diverse career pathways.
Skills Required
- Associate Degree in a business-related field or equivalent work experience
- 1 year supervision experience in distribution or manufacturing
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Proven ability to lead, train and motivate a team and develop others
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with stakeholders and peers
- Strong follow-up and accountability skills
- Strong critical thinking, attention to detail, and ability to draw conclusions
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation
- Bachelor's Degree
- Experience managing both union and non-union associates
- 3+ years distribution or manufacturing experience
Kroger Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Kroger and has not been reviewed or approved by Kroger.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage in many union divisions has been protected or improved in recent contracts, with some regions avoiding proposed cuts and others expanding spousal coverage and strengthening short‑term disability. Mental‑health resources and 24/7 access are also emphasized, supported by third‑party recognition in recent years.
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Retirement Support — Retirement options include a company 401(k) with a match and, in many union roles, access to pension or variable annuity plans that have been stabilized through recent agreements. Match levels and pension participation vary by division and role, so specifics require local confirmation.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Education assistance through “Feed Your Future” offers substantial tuition support for both part‑ and full‑time associates, alongside free financial coaching. Perks such as associate discounts and periodic Boost membership offers add incremental value to total rewards.
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The Company
What We Do
At Kroger, we believe no matter who you are or how you like to shop, everyone deserves affordable, easy-to-enjoy, fresh food. This idea is embodied in our simple tagline—Fresh for Everyone™. Kroger ranks as one of the world’s largest retailers. We are nearly half a million associates across 2,800 stores in 35 states operating two dozen grocery retail brands and 34 manufacturing and 44 distribution locations, all dedicated to living our Purpose: to Feed the Human Spirit™. Together, we serve more than 11 million customers daily in our stores and online through convenient e-commerce options like pickup, ship and delivery, serving America through food inspiration and uplift. Customers love Our Brands, including the popular Kroger®, Private Selection® and Simple Truth® brands. Our own manufacturing plants produce many of Our Brands products, including breads, dairy products, meat and thousands of grocery items. We also believe in and are committed to doing our part to create #ZeroHungerZeroWaste communities by 2025.
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