Sr. Regional Food Safety Manager - Distribution (East Region)

Kroger; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Tuition reimbursement up to $21,000

Career growth opportunities

Employee discounts

Job summary

Kroger is seeking a Sr. Regional Food Safety Manager - Distribution (East Region) to lead and ensure compliance across Kroger and partner distribution/fulfillment centers.

You will guide food safety, sanitation, pest control, and cold chain integrity, while driving continuous improvements and training efforts. A PCQI and Seafood HACCP certification are highly valued, with strong leadership and collaboration across agencies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in food science or related field.
• 8+ years of food safety experience in retail, distribution, and/or manufacture of food products.
• Strong facilitation and training skills.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills.
• Strong critical thinking skills and attention to detail.
• Certification in Seafood HACCP.
• FDA Preventive Controls Training (Preventive Controls Qualified Individual).
• Knowledge/experience in Pest Control and Elimination in Food Manufacturing/Distribution Centers.

Responsibilities

• Review and implement food safety policies and procedures meeting regulatory requirements and industry best practices for food safety, quality, and sanitation.
• Provide guidance to Distribution/Fulfillment center personnel regarding food safety, sanitation, and pest control performance as measured by food safety metrics.
• Support Distribution/Fulfillment Center personnel in developing, maintaining, and improving Seafood HACCP and FSMA mandated food safety plans.
• Review and implement strategies to ensure cold chain integrity in line with the Kroger Cold Chain Toolkit and related policies.
• Lead continuous improvement projects to improve overall food safety/sanitation in centers.
• Develop and implement Food Safety and Quality training materials for Supply Chain personnel.
• Ensure food safety audits are conducted at Kroger and Third Party Operated centers, review audit results, and drive corrective actions.
• Develop relationships with FDA, USDA, and state/local agencies to stay current on regulatory changes.
• Champion and support Food Safety Culture within the Kroger Supply Chain Network.
• Supervise and coach direct reports; complete performance reviews and provide feedback.
• Must be able to perform essential job functions with or without accommodation.

Skills

Facilitation

Training

Critical thinking

Attention to detail

Pest Control knowledge

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Food science or related field

FDA Preventive Controls Training (PCQI)

Seafood HACCP Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Sr. Regional Food Safety Manager - Distribution (East Region)

Job Description

Provide technical leadership to ensure compliance with federal, state, and Kroger food safety and quality requirements as they relate to the receiving, storage, and distribution of food and non-food products at Kroger and third party operated distribution and fulfillment centers. Demonstrate the company’s core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety.

Responsibilities

• Review and implement food safety policies and procedures that meet regulatory requirements and conform with industry best practices for food safety, quality, and sanitation to ensure receipt, storage, and distribution of safe quality foods
• Provide guidance to Distribution/Fulfillment center personnel regarding food safety, sanitation, and pest control performance as measured by food safety metrics
• Support Distribution/Fulfillment Center personnel in developing, maintaining, and improving applicable Seafood HACCP and FSMA mandated food safety plans
• Review and implement strategies to ensure cold chain integrity to include compliance with the Kroger Cold Chain Toolkit and related policies
• Lead continuous improvement projects that will improve the overall food safety/sanitation performance of distribution and fulfillment centers
• Develop and implement Food Safety and Quality training materials for Supply Chain personnel
• Ensure food safety audits are being conducted at Kroger and Third Party Operated distribution/fulfillment centers, perform detailed review of audit results, and work with facility personnel to develop corrective action
• Develop working relationships with FDA, USDA, and state and local governmental agencies, industry and academia to keep abreast of regulatory and technological changes that may affect the food industry
• Champion and support Food Safety Culture within the Kroger Supply Chain 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

Qualifications

Minimum

• Bachelor's Degree in Food science or related field
• 8+ years experience of food safety in retail, distribution, and/or manufacture of food products
• Strong facilitation and training skills
• Advanced Microsoft office skills
• Strong critical thinking skills and attention to detail
• Certification in Seafood HACCP
• FDA Preventive Controls Training (Preventive Controls Qualified Individual)
• Any knowledge/ experience in Pest Control and Elimination in Food Manufacturing and/or Distribution Centers

Job Info

• Job Identification 233780
• Job Category Retail Operations
• Posting Date 09/25/2026, 04:01 PM
• Locations 1014 Vine St, Cincinnati, OH, 45202, US (On-site)

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.
• 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.

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.