FRONT END/LEAD CLERK - Military Veterans
at Kroger
Provide day-to-day support of all Front End department operations, policies, processes and procedures. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Explore and develop more effective and efficient processes, policies and procedures for Front End, Customer Service Center and Accounting.
- Design a cleaner, more efficient working environment for Front End, Customer Service and Accounting.
- Ensure safe, effective and efficient customer service is provided throughout department.
- Improve Shopping Experience Progress Report, Customer Tracker, Associate Tracker, Cash Over/Short, CCG, ELMS utilization, Customer Comment Cards, FES Evaluations, Bob Audits, and Key Retailing Measurements.
- Provide training, support and follow up on all aspects of Key Retailing.
- Coach and train customer service manager and front end supervisors.
- Demonstrate the ability and desire to promote, communicate and implement company initiatives and process improvements to direct reports in a positive and respectful manner.
- Support store management and customer service manager in maintaining a well-organized, clean, pleasant shopping environment at the check stands, front-end, Self Service Checkouts, Customer Service Center, Accounting Room and parking lot area.
- Follow through on special assignments and perform any and all duties as assigned.
- Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum
- Willing to work mornings, afternoons, evenings, or nights as the work demands.
- Willing and available to work weekends and holidays as needed (emphasis on Prime Time)
- Store retail experience with an emphasis on customer service and front-end operations.
- Ability to multi task and handle large workloads.
- Effective written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to learn a wide range of computer applications including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, ACE, Supersked, etc.
- Understanding of all key components of department operations (ie. Managing people, merchandising, inventory management, shrink control, customer service, labor scheduling, expense control)
- Past work record must exhibit a high level of integrity and dependability.
- Thorough experience in customer service and all phases of front-end operations.
Waukesha, 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.