SUPPLY CHAIN/ASST MGR

Kroger Great Lakes Distribution Center; Puyallup (WA); On-site; USD 89,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Flexible scheduling

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Training programs

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Kroger Great Lakes Distribution Center in Puyallup, WA, is seeking an on-site Supply Chain Assistant Manager to oversee day-to-day operations for the retail division and the supporting distribution centers. You will drive cost control, meet KPI targets, ensure safety, and lead teams to deliver accurate order fulfillment and timely shipments.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in logistics, strong analytical and leadership skills, and a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.

Qualifications

• Excellent analytical and communication skills.
• 5 years logistics experience.
• Comparable position or experience.
• Strong interpersonal skills and development of others.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Implement best practices and operational procedures; address problems promptly.
• Support and achieve corporate goals of a Customer 1st environment.
• Use technology to ensure efficient assembly, shipping and receiving; maintain cost controls.
• Foster continuous improvement and lead change initiatives.
• Maintain safe working conditions and supervise direct reports; conduct performance reviews.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

# SUPPLY CHAIN/ASST MGRPuyallup, WA, United States(On-site)## Job DescriptionResponsible 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 othersDesired• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience• Strong leadership skills## Job Info* Job Identification 188241* Job Category Supply Chain/Logistics* Posting Date 08/10/2026, 12:06 PM* Locations 2200 N Meridian, Puyallup, WA, 98371, US (On-site)* Apply Before 08/16/2026, 12:00 AM* Job Schedule Full time* Minimum Salary $88,800* Maximum Salary $155,400* Line of Business Supply Chain & Distribution* Banner Name Fred Meyer* Education Level Bachelor’s degree* Hourly or Salaried Salaried* Shift Info 1st Shift**Already part of our team?** Visit the associate career site to apply for this role.**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.**For more information about benefits and eligibility, please visit** **our Benefits Page****!**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!