Capital Strategy Manager

Kroger•Cincinnati, OH

22h

About The Position

The Corporate Capital Strategy Manager develops and executes enterprise-wide strategies for maintenance capital investments across all retail divisions. The role works with stakeholders to create asset-level strategies that optimize capital allocation, track end-of-life assets, and use maintenance data to guide equipment replacement decisions. It leads equipment lifecycle analyses using asset age, expected lifespan, and maintenance history to forecast capital needs and support efficient use of resources. The manager partners with division leaders, maintenance teams, and finance to align capital strategies with corporate objectives and long-term asset sustainability. The role also demonstrates the company’s core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, construction, or a comparable related field, or equivalent field experience.
At least 7 years of experience in capital management.
Strong knowledge of lighting, refrigeration, HVAC, and building envelope standards.
Strong knowledge of dispatch operations, maintenance systems, and safety regulations.
Proven experience developing and implementing standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Excellent leadership, communication, and project management skills.
Proficiency in CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems), dispatch software, and Microsoft Office Suite.
Sound business judgment and ability to work successfully with professionals at all levels and with varied backgrounds and perspectives.
Ability to manage multiple departments and simultaneous projects and effectively delegate work.
Strong financial skills.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Ability to climb ladders and stairs.

Nice To Haves

At least 7 years of experience building strategies around capital project development.
Experience as a Maintenance Manager, Facility Engineering Manager, Construction Manager, Assistant Construction Manager, Senior Project Manager, or Corporate Capital Execution Manager.

Responsibilities

Build and maintain an asset-level maintenance capital strategy with all retail divisions, aligned with enterprise goals.
Conduct equipment lifecycle analyses using age, expected lifespan, and maintenance data to forecast capital needs and replacement schedules.
Use maintenance spending and projected costs to determine when replacement is more cost-effective than continued repairs.
Establish and maintain systems for tracking end-of-life assets and integrating maintenance data into proactive replacement planning.
Partner with division leaders, maintenance teams, and finance to gather input, share insights, and reach consensus on capital strategy decisions.
Develop models and tools to forecast enterprise maintenance capital needs and support annual budgeting and long-term planning.
Prepare regular reports and presentations for senior leadership on capital strategy outcomes, asset health, and forecasted needs.
Champion and implement capital-planning process improvements using technology and best practices.
Ensure capital strategy activities comply with company policies, financial controls, and regulatory requirements.
Guide and train team members and stakeholders on capital strategy principles, lifecycle analysis, and data utilization.
Supervise and coach direct reports, complete performance reviews, and provide feedback.
Travel independently up to 30%.
Perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.