Kroger-posted 2 months ago
Full-time • Mid Level
Cincinnati, OH
5,001-10,000 employees
Food and Beverage Retailers

The Environmental Compliance Manager plays a key role in supporting the Area Environmental Manager in overseeing environmental compliance and permitting activities across more than 12 states within a designated geographic area. This position helps ensure consistent adherence to environmental regulations, drives operational excellence, and fosters a proactive compliance culture through collaboration and hands-on engagement. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety.

  • Support the management of environmental compliance programs across retail stores, manufacturing sites, fulfillment centers, and distribution centers ensuring consistent execution of regulatory requirements.
  • Assist with air permitting processes, including data collection, documentation, and reporting to meet federal, state, and local requirements.
  • Translate complex environmental regulations into actionable guidance for facility teams.
  • Participate in audits, inspections, and risk assessments; assist in developing and implementing corrective actions.
  • Provide direct support to facility leaders, supervisors, hourly associates, and contractors to maintain compliance.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to embed environmental requirements into daily operations.
  • Assist in communications with regulatory agencies during inspections, reporting, and enforcement actions.
  • Monitor environmental performance metrics and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Help develop and deliver training programs on environmental policies, procedures, and best practices.
  • Stay informed on evolving environmental regulations and agency expectations in Oregon, Washington, Alaska, and Idaho.
  • Bachelor's Degree in relevant field.
  • 5+ years of compliance experience.
  • Working knowledge of environmental regulations and agencies in OR, WA, AK, and ID.
  • Experience supporting implementation of regulatory requirements and corrective actions.
  • Strong organizational, communication, and project coordination skills.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, geographically dispersed environment.
  • Master's degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, or related discipline.
  • Experience in retail, grocery, distribution, or manufacturing sectors.
  • Familiarity with sustainability initiatives and regulations related to GHG emissions and refrigerant management.
  • Experience supporting large-scale environmental programs across multiple sites.
  • Exposure to EPA Regions 8, 7, 6, 5, and 4 or relevant state agencies.
  • Proficiency with environmental management systems or compliance tracking tools.
  • A wide range of healthcare coverage, including affordable, comprehensive medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage.
  • 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.
  • 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.
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