Regional Manager, Environmental Compliance, NW Region
1 month ago• Portland, OR
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Area Environmental Manager is responsible for leading environmental compliance and permitting activities across a designated geographic area. This role ensures operational adherence to federal, state, and local environmental regulations, supports enterprise-wide compliance initiatives, and fosters cross-functional collaboration to maintain the highest standards of environmental stewardship.Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead environmental compliance efforts across multiple facilities within the assigned area.
- Manage air permitting processes, including renewals, modifications, and reporting, to ensure timely and accurate compliance.
- Interpret complex environmental regulations and translate them into actionable operational requirements.
- Conduct audits, inspections, and risk assessments; develop, implement, and oversee corrective action plans.
- Direct and support facility leaders, supervisors, hourly associates, and contractors in achieving and maintaining compliance.
- Partner with internal teams to integrate environmental requirements into operational planning and daily execution.
- Serve as the primary liaison with regulatory agencies; represent Kroger during inspections, meetings, and enforcement actions.
- Monitor, track, and report environmental performance metrics; recommend and implement improvements to reduce risks and enhance compliance.
- Develop and deliver training on environmental policies, procedures, and best practices.
- Stay current on evolving environmental regulations and regulatory agency expectations in Oregon, Washington, Alaska, and Idaho.
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QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum
- Bachelor's Degree environmental science, engineering or related area
- 8+ years environmental compliance experience
- Understanding of OR, WA, AK, ID environmental agencies and evolving landscape
- Demonstrated success with implementation of regulatory requirements and complex Consent Decrees
-Strong project management skills with the ability to lead cross-functional initiatives
-Proven ability to influence and achieve objectives through collaboration
-Strong interpersonal and written/oral communication skills
-Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgement, and take initiative with minimal supervision
-Strong organization, administrative and leadership capabilities
Desired
-Master's degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related discipline
-Experience in the retail, grocery, distribution, or manufacturing sectors
-Familiarity with sustainability initiatives and emerging regulations related to greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and refrigerant management
-Demonstrated success managing multi-site environmental programs in a large, complex organization
-Experience working directly with EPA Region 10 or relevant state agencies in Oregon, Washington, Alaska, and Idaho
-Strong data analysis and reporting skills, including use of environmental management systems or compliance tracking software
Client-provided location(s): Portland, OR
Job ID: kroger-134784
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2025-09-05T20:05:25
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Mental Health Benefits
Parental Benefits
Work Flexibility
Office Life and Perks
Vacation and Time Off
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K)
- Pension
- Financial Counseling
Professional Development
- Leadership Training Program
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Promote From Within
Diversity and Inclusion
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
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