Regional Transportation Manager - Logistics & Distribution

Kroger; Compton (CA); On-site; USD 87,000 - 152,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible scheduling

Employee discounts

Counseling & financial tools

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Kroger is seeking a transportation supervisor to oversee the efficient transport of products from distribution warehouses to retail stores across multiple states. The role serves as the liaison with outside carriers on transportation and delivery concerns while modeling the company values of respect, integrity, and safety.

Responsibilities include overseeing deliveries, coordinating freight, managing budgets, and analyzing transportation data to improve performance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4+ years’ experience in transportation and logistics.
• Outstanding analytical and problem solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be organized and detail oriented.
• Self motivated and able to meet goals and deadlines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software programs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the delivery of product from distribution centers to stores in the most cost-effective manner and achieve precise delivery time goals.
• Coordinate in and outbound freight and manage transportation budgets, expenses and invoices.
• Communicate with external carriers to resolve issues and respond to emergencies to guarantee deliveries.
• Analyze report data to measure transportation performance and address issues with divisions and stores.
• Assist with scheduling, receipt and delivery of seasonal promotions.
• Supervise and coach direct reports; conduct performance reviews and provide feedback.
• Perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organization

Self-motivated

Deadline driven

Problem solving

MS Office

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Kroger is seeking a transportation supervisor to oversee the efficient transport of products from distribution warehouses to retail stores across multiple states. The role serves as the liaison with outside carriers on transportation and delivery concerns while modeling the company values of respect, integrity, and safety.

Responsibilities include overseeing deliveries, coordinating freight, managing budgets, and analyzing transportation data to improve performance.