E2E Global Logistics Leader

Kroger is seeking a strategic and operationally minded Leader of End-to-End Global Logistics to build and lead the future of our global import logistics network. This is a unique opportunity to shape how products move from origin to shelf, driving end-to-end import execution, network design, transportation performance, and logistics cost optimization across a growing international supply chain.

As the leader of Kroger's global import logistics capability, you will partner across Merchandising, Sourcing, Transportation, Inventory Planning, Finance, Distribution, and external logistics providers to create a best-in-class import operation that supports both dry and fresh product flows.

What You'll Do

• Lead the end-to-end global import operating model, overseeing product flow from origin handoff and overseas ports through Kroger-controlled execution points.
• Develop and execute cross-functional import strategies with key partners across Merchandising, Sourcing, Finance, Inventory Planning, Transportation, and Distribution.
• Establish governance and performance management processes to track critical import KPIs, including:
• On-time flow
• Transit reliability
• Exception aging
• Freight cost
• Carrier and provider performance
• Drive disruption management and recovery planning for geopolitical events, weather impacts, port congestion, carrier disruptions, and capacity constraints.
• Manage strategic relationships with ocean carriers, freight forwarders, third-party logistics providers, and other key logistics partners.
• Identify and deliver logistics cost-saving opportunities while improving landed cost visibility and financial performance.
• Lead the design and evolution of Kroger's global import network, including ports, transload operations, cold chain strategies, and inland transportation flows.
• Help build and scale Kroger's in-house import logistics capability as international sourcing volumes continue to grow.

Who We're Looking For

Required Experience

• 10+ years of experience in international logistics, ocean freight, import operations, or global supply chain leadership.
• Strong expertise in temperature-controlled, cold-chain, or perishable product logistics.
• Proven experience managing and negotiating with carriers, freight forwarders, and logistics service providers.
• Deep understanding of international trade processes, including Incoterms, customs regulations, CBP requirements, FDA compliance, and import execution.
• Demonstrated success leading complex, cross-functional logistics organizations and influencing executive stakeholders.
• Experience building scalable logistics processes, operating models, and performance management frameworks.

Preferred Experience

• Direct experience leading global sourcing logistics for a large food retailer or similar consumer-facing organization.
• Hands-on importer experience with ownership of import execution and compliance.
• Experience transforming third-party-driven logistics models into internally managed logistics capabilities.
• Track record of supporting growth within complex global supply chains