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TRANSPORTATION/SUPERVISOR

Kroger Family of Companies

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Compensation
No compensation found
Location
Happy Valley, OR
Work Authorization
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Job overview

Kroger Family of Companies is hiring a TRANSPORTATION/SUPERVISOR. The role assists in overseeing daily transportation operations, focusing on cost‑effective distribution, vendor coordination, and associate safety and productivity while upholding Kroger's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety.

Key focus areas include Supervise and develop a team of non‑exempt associates in daily operations, Maintain on‑time deliveries with a Full, Fresh and Friendly mindset, and Collaborate with other DTC departments to coordinate schedules and deliveries.

Important skills include Microsoft Office, DOT Compliance, Time Management, Coaching, and Collaboration. Preferred (not required): Orbcomm Technology, Problem Solving, and Communication.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Microsoft OfficeOrbcomm TechnologyDOT ComplianceTime ManagementCoachingCollaborationProblem SolvingCommunication

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED2+ Years Transportation Experience2+ Years Distribution Experience2+ Years Manufacturing ExperienceBachelors Degree2+ Years Team Leadership Experience

Full job description

Assist in the oversight and execution of daily operations in the transportation department. Understand total distribution, transportation and store operations, with an emphasis on carrier supply chain programs to provide lower cost of product. Coordinate activities of third-party vendors. Responsible for hourly associates' safety, productivity, and engagement supporting all facets of transportation, operating efficiency, and customer satisfaction. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety. RESPONSIBILITIES - Supervise and develop a team of non-exempt associates in daily operations

  • Maintain on-time deliveries with a Full, Fresh and Friendly mindset

  • Collaborate/build relationships with other DTC departments to coordinate schedules and deliveries

  • Follow established programs, policies and practices to identify and address transportation/service opportunities in a timely manner

  • Assist in identifying/designing technology and procedural based solutions to increase associate's productivity and adhere to proper and safe work methods regarding equipment activity and yard control system

  • Support and communicate with other department supervisors and managers in problem solving through collaborative efforts to schedule deliveries, equipment, and back hauls

  • Communicate with the stores to solve delivery problems

  • Maintain record of mileage, fuel used, repairs made, and other expenses

  • Track trailers using Orbcomm technology

  • Establish delivery routes and maintain record of mileage, fuel used, repairs made, and other expenses

  • Execute the backhaul program with strong emphasis on O.R.A.D. compliance

  • Communicate with fellow supervisor and management on all activities related to daily operations and aligning the business, people and safety practices to achieve key metrics

  • Maintain high standards of professionalism and a positive work environment

  • Create a responsive and informed workforce through communication methods that include, but not limited to, regular meetings and huddles

  • 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

High School Diploma or GED

2+ years of experience in Transportation, Distribution, Manufacturing

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Strong understanding of D.O.T. compliance laws

Ability to work in a fastpaced environment

Ability to respond to changing business priorities

Strong time management skills

Ability to prioritize/multitask while providing accurate/ontime results

Ability to identify business problems and develop efficient and effective solutions

Demonstrated ability to coach and train

Ability to collaborate and work cooperatively in a teambased environment

Strong understanding of industry/technical terms and processes

Desired

Bachelors Degree

2+ years of experience leading a team or project

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