TRANSPORTATION MANAGER - Birmingham, AL at Kroger, Birmingham, AL
TRANSPORTATION MANAGER - Birmingham, AL at Kroger in Birmingham, AL. Est. up to $130k. Apply with swipeandhired.
Responsible for providing oversight and leadership for the efficient, cost-effective transport of product from distribution warehouse to retail stores in a multi-state region. Serves as the site’s contact/liaison with outside carriers on transportation and delivery concerns. Role model and demonstrate the company’s core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.
- Oversee the delivery of product from distribution centers to stores in the most cost-effective manner and achieve precise delivery time goals
- Coordinate in and outbound freight
- Manage transportation budgets, expenses and invoices to ensure proper claim processing and resolution
- Communicate with external carriers to resolve issues
- Respond to emergency and changing situations to guarantee deliveries to customers
- Analyze report data to measure transportation performance
- Communicate with divisions and stores to address and resolve transportation issues
- Assist with scheduling, receipt and delivery of the seasonal promotions business
- Supervise and coach direct reports in the performance of their duties; complete performance reviews and provides feedback to direct reports
- Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation
Minimum Qualifications
- 4 + years’ experience in transportation and logistics
- Outstanding analytical and problem solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Must be organized and detail oriented
- Self motivated
- Ability to meet goals and deadlines
- Proficient in Microsoft Office software programs
Desired Qualifications
- Supervisory/managerial experience within a distribution/logistics environment
- Expertise in shipping, receiving and inventory management and transportation
- Experience within a food distribution environment
- Knowledge/understanding of Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and requirements