LOGISTICS/3PL TRANSPORTATION MANAGER II

Responsible for providing oversight and coordinating the efficient, cost-effective transport of product from distribution warehouses with complex/multiple third party transportation operations to retail stores in a multi-state region.

Serve as site contact/liaison with outside carriers on all transportation activities which includes P&L responsibilities.

Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.MINIMUM


* Associate Degree in business related field or equivalent in work experience


* 4+ years of experience in transportation and logistics


* Proficient in Microsoft Office


* Excellent oral/written communication skills


* Strong critical thinking skills, attention to detail and ability to draw conclusions


* Ability to work within strict time frames/resolute deadlines


* Self-directed, ability to execute projects with minimal supervision


* Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with stakeholders and peers


* Detail-oriented and data driven

DESIRED


* Bachelor's Degree in business/supply chain


* Any supervisory/managerial experience within a distribution/logistics environment


* Any experience within a food distribution environment


* Expertise in shipping, receiving and inventory management and transportation


* Knowledge/understanding of Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and requirements



* Oversee the delivery of product from distribution centers with complex/multiple third party transportation operations to stores in the most cost-effective manner and ensure 3PL carrier achieves precise delivery times


* Communicate with external carriers to resolve issues and review all operations activities which include but not limited to, managing tractor/trailer equipment to optimal efficiency, driver staffing, daily route plans, on-time delivery/pickup status, 3PL contract compliance


* Identify, manage, and communicate daily backhaul plans and exceptions to the Kroger Transportation Center (KTC) along with identifying possible new backhaul lanes


* Assist financial analyst with analyzing report data to measure and improve transportation performance, budget, expenses invoices


* Perform carrier / vendor invoicing audits


* Coordinate with maintenance team to ensure Original Equipment Manufacturer preventative maintenance standards are met and ensure repairs to equipment are timely


* Collaborate with account managers, divisions, (KTC), and DCs in the oversight of right-sizing deliveries and pickups to/from our stores along with resolving any day-to-day opportunities


* Collaborate with divisions, KTC, DCs, MFG plants, and 3PL carrier(s) to develop normal and holiday/promotional delivery schedules


* Respond to emergency and changing situations to guarantee deliveries/pickups from our customers which may include off-hours and holidays


* Supervise and coach direct reports in the...