LOGISTICS/SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGER (Finance)
Create an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service. Establish and maintain a safe and clean environment that encourages our customers to return. Embrace the Customer 1st strategy and encourage associates to deliver excellent customer service. 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!
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.
- BA/BS in Business, Finance, Human Resources, or other related discipline, plus 3+ years of experience in retail management and distribution/warehouse operations; or combination of relevant education and experience
- Minimum 18 years of age
- Ability to pass drug test
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to work weekends on an occasional basis
- Ability to travel independently on an occasional basis
- Maintain confidentiality
- Accuracy/attention to detail
- Ability to organize/prioritize variety of tasks/projects
- Familiarity with retail distribution technical terms and processes
- Ability to work within set time frames and fixed deadlines
- Ability to continue education, as necessary
- Valid driver's license
Desired
- Knowledge of company policies, procedures, and organizational structure
- Experience directing and participating on project teams
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel
- Second language
- Model Customer 1st behavior; deliver and encourage other associates to deliver excellent customer service
- Manage warehouse inventories and operational expenses
- Establish operational procedures for distribution activities
- Inspect physical condition of facility and equipment
- Confer with department heads to coordinate Distribution Center activities with sales, records control, and purchasing activities
- Screen and hire Distribution Center management staff
- Participate in planning associate safety and plant-protection activities and training
- Establish and communicate annual goals to Distribution Center associates
- Assist in planning operational and capital budgets
- Communicate with labor unions as the management representative for the Company
- Negotiate and approve vendor contracts for supplies
- Coordinate applicable distribution activities with merchandising, operations and store associates
- 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 functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation
