Responsible for the day-to-day operation effectiveness of a retail division's supply chain and for the dedicated distribution centers (DC's) supporting the retail division. Drive results that achieve planned levels of costs and progress against operational effectiveness of key performance indicator (KPI). Maintain safety, meet production deadlines maintain cost control goals, ensure order accuracy, effective leadership, and maintain the individual effectiveness of those under their supervision. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety.
Responsibilities• Implement appropriate best practices, establish operational procedures, as well as identify and address operational problems in a timely fashion
• Support and achieve corporate goals of a Customer 1st environment
• Use available technology to ensure the efficient and accurate assembly, shipping and receiving processes, ensuring that proper work methods are being followed and expected production rates are being achieved to control total operating costs
• Create an environment where the mind set of continuous and never-ending improvement is recognized as a desired behavior trait; inspire, support and plan improvement changes
• Establish an environment that provides safe working conditions for all operating within and around the facility
• Supervise and coach direct reports in the performance of their duties; completes performance reviews and provides feedback to direct reports
• Travel as needed to support business needs
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation
QualificationsMinimum
• Excellent analytical and communication skills
• 5 years logistics experience
• Comparable position or experience
• Strong interpersonal skills and development of others
Desired
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Strong leadership skills
About the Team
To support and reward our hardworking and friendly associates, we offer much more than just a paycheck. We strive to feed your future by offering the ingredients you need to create your own recipe for success at work and in life. Our associates receive a full plate of benefits that promote their physical, emotional and financial well-being, including access to competitive health care and retirement benefits, paid time off, mental health resources, associate discounts and opportunities to learn, grow and advance. Our associates also get to help us make a difference in our communities through our Zero Hunger | Zero Waste and Framework for Action: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion plans. Visit the thekrogerco.com to learn more about our work in the communities we serve and how our associates help us be a good neighbor.
Below is a list of some of the benefits we offer our associates.
Health & Well-being Benefits:
- Health care benefits
- Paid time off such as vacation, sick leave, and parental leave
- Mental and emotional support resources through our Employee Assistance Program
Financial Benefits:
- Participation in a 401(k) plan, subject to certain eligibility requirements
- Group term life insurance eligible
- Eligible for an annual bonus based upon company performance
- Associate discounts
Growth and Development Benefits:
- Tuition assistance, college scholarships and educational leave of absence, depending on varying criteria by location and subject to certain eligibility requirements
- Robust internal training and development resources to grow your career
We want the best for associates and our customers, and together, we strive to create a welcoming and engaging environment where you’ll love to work. If you are interested in becoming a valued member of our team, apply now. We look forward to getting to know you!
Skills Required
- Excellent analytical and communication skills
- 5 years logistics experience
- Comparable position or experience
- Strong interpersonal skills and development of others
- Must be able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation
- Travel as needed to support business needs
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Strong leadership skills
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.
Kroger Insights
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.






