LOGISTICS/TRANSPORTATION OPTIMIZATION SPECIALIST

Job DescriptionResponsible for coordinating, leading and executing optimization efforts for the transportation organization. Collaborate, partner, and support multiple manufacturing plants, distribution centers, stores, vendors and transportation departments in identifying sub-optimized issues. Partner with Supply Chain, stores and General Office (GO), for optimal resolutions through focused improvement activities that maximize service and costs. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.Responsibilities• Support the execution of multiple business plans and projects by identifying customer and operational needs• Impact performance by providing resources, identifying performance standards, and measuring progress to solve problems, eliminate waste and reduce variation• Collaborate, partner and support distribution centers, stores, vendors, team members, and other transportation offices on asset utilization, supplier needs, supplier resolution, and maximizing transportation assets• Contribute to team efforts to improve service, cost, and business KPIs such as profitability, service, dwell, productivity, flow, etc.• Query, compile, analyze, and provide access/visibility to data for the design of solutions/action plans to meet needs both internally and externally• Compare data from different sources to draw conclusions, use effective approaches for choosing a course of action, and take action that is consistent with available facts, constraints and probable consequences• Execute on business area or category objectives that can touch multiple business units• Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodationQualificationsMINIMUM• 3+ years of experience in transportation• Excellent oral/written communication skills• Flexibility to handle ever changing scope of assignments and projects• Ability to work successfully across all organizational levels• Proficient in Microsoft Office, power BI, tableau, etc.• Strong skills in planning, communicating, organizing and developing relationships across multifunctional business partnersDESIRED• Bachelor's Degree in related field of business• Any continuous Improvement backgroundAbout UsFrom 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!About the TeamJobs at Kroger Logistics: To supportand reward our hardworking and friendly associates, we offer much more than just a paycheck. We strive to feed your future by offering the ingredients you need to create your own recipe for success at work and in life. Our associates receive a full plate of benefits that promote their physical, emotional and financial well-being, including access to competitive health care and retirement benefits, paid time off, mental health resources, associate discounts and opportunities to learn, grow and advance. Our associates also get to help us make a difference in our communities through our Zero Hunger | Zero Waste and Framework for Action: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion plans. Visit the thekrogerco.com to learn more about our work in the communities we serve and how our associates help us be a good neighbor.Below is a list of some of the benefits we offer our associates.Health & Well-being Benefits:• Health care benefits• Paid time off such as vacation, sick leave, and parental leave• Mental and emotional support resources through our Employee Assistance ProgramFinancial Benefits:• Participation in a 401(k) plan, subject to certain eligibility requirements• Group term life insurance eligible• Eligible for an annual bonus based upon company performance• Associate discountsGrowth and Development Benefits:• Tuition assistance, college scholarships and educational leave of absence, depending on varying criteria by location and subject to certain eligibility requirements• Robust internal training and development resources to grow your careerWe want the best for associates and our customers, and together, we strive to create a welcoming and engaging environment where you'll love to work. If you are interested in becoming a valued member of our team, apply now. We look forward to getting to know you!