Dairy/Lead Clerk

Kroger•Reno, NV

About The Position

Plan, organize, train, and direct Grocery Clerks while performing production and customer service functions to maximize store sales and profits. Role-model the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety. The position includes managing merchandise ordering, pricing, display, rotation, freshness, quality, and space allocation; maintaining department records, equipment, facilities, and sanitary conditions; and supervising and coaching direct reports.

Requirements

Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Demonstrated aptitude for managing people and organizing workloads.
Ability to make intelligent decisions quickly.
Ability to multitask, set priorities, present information professionally, and work with all levels of the organization.
Personal initiative and follow-through to completion.
Ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
Ability and qualifications to operate power machinery and work with various job tools.
Understanding of key components of department operations.
Ability to handle stressful situations tactfully and calmly and make a positive impression on associates and customers.
Abilities and skills for effective production, merchandising, and customer service related to the sale of merchandise.
Willingness to work weekends and holidays.

Nice To Haves

Past work record reflecting dependability and integrity.
Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations related to employment practices and safety.
Ability to work with various cleaning solutions, safely use sharp tools, and operate label guns, balers, and compactors.

Responsibilities

Organize work, train associates, and schedule them to provide prompt, courteous service.
Respond appropriately and professionally to customer and associate comments, complaints, requests, and questions.
Use Computer Assisted Ordering to order appropriate merchandise and supplies and ensure accurate accounting of received product and on-hand balances.
Perform and direct others in pricing and displaying merchandise.
Maintain signage, product rotation, freshness, quantity, quality, and appropriate merchandise space allocation.
Coach associates in merchandising, customer service, product presentation, and promotional activities.
Implement company programs and follow company policies and procedures, including maintaining a workplace free of unlawful harassment or discrimination.
Provide input on department budgets, goals, and results, and work to maximize department and store sales and profits.
Communicate and interact with associates and customers to create a positive impression.
Maintain equipment and facilities safely and in accordance with company policies and procedures.
Keep floor, shelf, and display areas clean and up to sanitary standards.
Maintain accurate department temperature logs across all shifts and ensure clerks do so as well.
Assist with special projects, including periodic inventories, store resets, remodels, and special merchandising promotions.
Supervise and coach direct reports, complete performance reviews, and provide feedback.
Perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.