
MFG DISTRIBUTION / WAREHOUSE MANAGER
Job Description
- Manage the receiving, shipping, handling, distribution, and storage of all freight, product, and supplies that come in and out of the facility
- Ensure all orders are shipped in a timely manner in adherence to delivery schedules
- Communicate all delays or variances in inbound/outbound freight to the appropriate parties
- Maintain strict control over inventory levels in order to meet internal and external customer demand
- Identify discrepancies between inventory records and take action
- Plan and maintain warehouse layout and space requirements in order to prevent loss or damage, and to achieve full warehouse optimization
- Investigate causes of lost or damaged shipments and other matters; make adjustments where necessary
- Assess the need for, and arrange the purchase of moving equipment like trailers, forklifts and dollies and maintaining maintenance of power industrial fleet
- Implement and monitor performance metrics for shipping and receiving
- Follow established programs, policies and practices to produce safe quality foods that meet regulatory and company requirements
- Support the development, implementation, maintenance, and ongoing improvement of the SQF Systems
- Accountable to the Kroger Manufacturing Food Safety and Quality Principles
- Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation
- Must be able to work around ingredients and/or finished products known to contain food allergens
Minimum
- Bachelor's Degree supply chain management or related field or equivalent experience
- Strong oral/written communication skills; ability to communicate to associates, customers and vendors
- Position level determined by plant size and operational complexity
- Excellent planning and resource allocation skills
- Ability to write reports and maintain logs
- Strong knowledge of warehouse documentation
- Ability to learn Kroger's inventory system
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
Desired
- Direct work experience in a warehouse management function or supply chain management position
- Leadership position in food manufacturing
What you’ll receive from us:
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 with Goldman Sachs Ayco.
- 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.