Environmental Compliance Manager

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, fulfillments 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.
• Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation

Minimum

• 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.

Desired

• 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.

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!