Responsible for ensuring overall lowest cost of ownership and safe fleet operations including tractor-trailer fleet assets and maintenance. Manage the company's major capital fleet projects and ensure compliance with regulatory and environmental agencies, Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.From 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!

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.

For more information about benefits and eligibility, please visit our Benefits Page ! Minimum

• Bachelor's Degree in business or equivalent combination of education and work experience
• 5+ years of experience with fleet transportation/garage operations
• 10+ years tractor-trailer maintenance
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Excellent planning, organizational, and follow-up skills with close attention to detail
• Demonstrated success in planning/execution of projects
• Ability to create operating budgets/financial forecast
• Demonstrated ability to coach and train
• Excellent oral/written communication skills
• Strong understanding of industry/technical terms and processes

Desired

• Experience with fuel management systems (research and analysis), standards analysis, fleet licensing, International Fuel Tax Agreement (IFTA)/ Department of Transportation
• Experience in specking equipment, both tractor, trailer, and fueling equipment

• Create strategic plan and provide guidance for transportation technology for lowest cost of fleet ownership
• Develop fleet vehicle specifications for the application of fleet vehicle design
• Manage capital for acquiring fleet assets
• Oversee fleet facility and equipment inspections
• Lead the development and implementation of best in class fleet maintenance and safety best practices
• Provide guidance to senior site leadership in coordinating fleet-related DC activities and maintenance
• Administrate fleet maintenance software
• Conduct transportation cost analysis
• Develop preventive maintenance plans and repair programs
• Provide oversight of the development of regulatory compliant maintenance programs and ensure ongoing compliance
• Interact with regulatory agencies and assist with site visits and in the coordination of safety standards set forth by those agencies
• Establish departmental budgets, correspondence and reports
• Develop and lead departmental project for the cost-effective fleet ownership
• Supervise and coach direct reports in the performance of their duties; complete performance reviews and provide feedback to direct reports
• Travel as needed for relevant stakeholder interface
• Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation