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Hours Full-time, Part-time
Location 2620 Elm Hill Pike
Nashville, Tennessee

About this job

Department: LOG ASP
Post End Date: 04/02/2018
Position Type: Employee
Position Reports To: Transportation Center Supervisor, Logistics
Position Supervises: N/A
Pay Level: 14
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

 

 

Position Summary:

Tender loads to carriers and ensure on-time delivery of product. Effectively communicate with various customers such as procurement, manufacturing, suppliers, shipping & receiving, carriers and the Kroger Distribution Centers. Role model and demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety of others.

Essential Job Functions:
  • Tender freight orders to preferred company carriers
  • Monitor inbound TMS systems to ensure carrier acceptance and rating of shipments
  • Assist Transportation Supervisor in procuring freight, identifying transportation requirements and making carrier selection.
  • Audit freight payment process for accuracy and timeliness through current freight payment systems.
  • Prepare financial performance reports weekly, at period end and quarter close related to Kroger managed freight.
  • Communicate regularly with various customers such as procurement, manufacturing, suppliers, shipping & receiving, carriers and the Kroger Distribution Centers.
  • Plan and schedule fleet pickups at vendor locations.
  • Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.
Minimum Position Qualifications:
  • Strong computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office software programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  • Good listening, organizational, and time management skills.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Experience in handling and prioritizing multiple tasks.
  • Ability to work off scheduled hours inclusive of weekends, nights, and holidays.
Desired Previous Job Experience
  • Experience in distribution shipping/receiving, general freight hauling, direct store delivery or backhaul transportation operations.
  • Proficient in transportation management systems (TMS), specific to Manhattan, One Network and i-Trade, procurement applications, and Kroger Web applications.
  • Experience in a Customer Service problem resolution role.

 

Leadership Behaviors: Achieves Results through Teamwork, Coaches and Develops Others, Communicates Effectively and Candidly, Executes with Excellence, Leads Change and Innovation, Leads through Positive Influence, Provides Clear and Strategic Direction, Puts the Customer First. For more information on the Kroger Leadership Behavior model, click .
 

 

Education Level: High School Diploma/GED Desired
Required Travel: None
Required Certifications/Licenses: None

Regions: South

States: Indiana; Kentucky; Tennessee
Keywords: Logistics / Supply Chain