Kroger Hiring for LOGISTICS/GLOBAL LOGISTICS SPECIALIST at Portland, OR, United States Full Time

Oversee all aspects of direct import and export supply chain processes, including a focus on customs and trade compliance procedures for the Kroger company.

Demonstrate the company s core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.- Communicate Kroger expectations and terms to service providers, suppliers and vendors for direct import shipments

• Audit and distribute direct import purchase orders
• Facilitate daily operations of Global Logistics team for fulfillment of direct import purchase orders
• Distribute appropriate communication to associates through written correspondence, email, and telephone
• Oversee various aspects of Customs compliance including vendor / buyer correspondence
• Coordinate inland deliveries with multiple Kroger distribution centers and dray carriers
• Support integration of new technology into Global Logistics processes
• Process bank payments to direct import vendors
• Assist in booking and tracking of global shipments
• Work closely with the Corporate Logistics and compliance teams to deliver outstanding service and support the programs and initiatives that drive our company s business objectives
• Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation

Minimum

• Bachelor’s Degree related field or equivalent in combination of education and experience
• Any experience in import / export activity or combination of relevant education and experience
• Ability to collaborate and work cooperatively in a team-based environment
• Ability to understand Customs and transportation of product on a global scale
• Strong attention to detail
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Familiarity with industry / technical terms and processes
• Excellent oral / written communication skills

Desired

• Any experience participating on project teams
• Any experience with Supply Chain Logistics
• Any experience with customs compliance and other government agencies
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