Grocery/Dept Leader
KrogerPhoenix, AZ
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Overview
Schedule
Full-time
Career level
Entry-level
Remote
On-site
Benefits
Career Development
Job Description
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.
MINIMUM
- High School Diploma or GED
- Any management experience
DESIRED
- 1 year of grocery retail experience
- 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 store's 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
- Ability to work cooperatively in high paced and sometimes stressful environment
- Ability to manage conflict in a reasonable, nonconfrontational and cooperative manner
- Ability to act with honesty and integrity regarding customer and business information
- Ability to follow directions and seek assistance when necessary to resolve customer and business issues
- Provide support and assistance through direct interaction with minors, individuals with special needs, and/or older adults
- Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation
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FAQs About Grocery/Dept Leader Jobs at Kroger
What is the work location for this position at Kroger?
This job at Kroger is located in Phoenix, AZ, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.
What pay range can candidates expect for this role at Kroger?
Employer has not shared pay details for this role.
What employment applies to this position at Kroger?
Kroger lists this role as a Full-time position.
What experience level is required for this role at Kroger?
Kroger is looking for a candidate with "Entry-level" experience level.
What benefits are offered by Kroger for this role?
Kroger offers Career Development for this position. Actual benefits may vary depending on the employer's policies and employment terms.
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