GROCERY/DEPT LEADER - Military Veterans
at Kroger
Create an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service. Establish and maintain a safe and clean environment that encourages our customers to return. Direct and supervise all functions, duties and activities for the department. Support the day-to-day functions of the Grocery operations. Embrace the Customer 1st strategy and encourage associates to deliver excellent customer service. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Adhere to all food safety regulations and guidelines; ensure proper temperatures in cases and coolers are maintained and temperature logs are maintained
- Report all safety risks or issues, and illegal activity, including: robbery, theft or fraud; notify management of customer or employee accidents
- Train department associates on inventory/stocking and Computer Assisted Ordering (CAO)
- Plan, organize and supervise the inventory process
- Schedule daily, weekly and monthly price changes by updating shelf tags and promotional signs
- Maintain an awareness of inventory/stocking conditions; note any discrepancies in inventory
- Assist store management in preparing the store/department budget, profit and loss reviews, and take appropriate action on all financial reports
- Monitor and control expenses for the department
- Stay current with present, future, seasonal and special ads
- Implement the period promotional plan for the department
- Prepare and submit seasonal critiques for the sales and merchandising supervisor
- Create and execute sales promotions in partnership with store management
- Understand the stores layout and be able to locate products
- Gain and maintain knowledge of products sold within the department and be able to respond to questions and make suggestions about products
- Adhere to all local, state and federal laws, and company guidelines
- Train and develop associates on performance of their job and participate in the performance appraisal process
- Develop adequate scheduling to manage customer volume throughout hours of operation
- Collaborate with associates and promote teamwork to help achieve company/store goals
- Communicate company, department, and job specific information to associates
- Supervise and coach direct reports in the performance of their duties; complete performance reviews and provide feedback to direct reports
- Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum
- High School Diploma or GED
Desired
- 1 year of grocery retail experience
Menomonee Falls, WI
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.
At the Kroger Family of Companies, we’re all about people. We provide satisfying, sustainable careers—with boundless opportunities—to nearly 450,000 associates across the nation.
We strive to provide the ingredients you need to create your own recipe for success at work and in life. We help to feed your future by focusing on providing the value and support you need to grow.
We believe in an associate-first culture, built on collaborative, diverse communities that thrive together. We genuinely care about each other, giving back and helping out. We also know that none of us can succeed on our own. Stress happens. Life happens. That’s why we provide the tools and support you need to live our values and find your way.
No matter where you start your journey, fresh opportunities abound with the Kroger Family of Companies. The scope and size of our organization means we cater to nearly any career aspiration or skill set.
Beyond comprehensive benefits and competitive wages, we provide meaningful opportunities for associates to expand their horizons and grow their careers. From internal and external training and education programs to on-the-job training and personalized development opportunities, we help our associates reach their full potential.