Str Mgmt/Home & Electronics Dept Leader

Kroger•The Dalles, OR

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Manage the overall day-to-day operations of the store’s Home and Electronics departments to achieve desired sales objectives, goals and budgets. Responsible for staffing the departments and developing associates to achieve desire results. Demonstrate the company’s core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.

Requirements

Minimum High school diploma or equivalent
Effective communication skills
Strong organizational skills
Strong leadership skills
Proficient knowledge of computers
Proven supervisory experience
Prior experience in the selection and hiring process
Forklift certification

Nice To Haves

Two years’ management experience
Bachelor’s degree

Responsibilities

Ensure that the Home and Electronics departments meet/exceed customer expectations for ease of shopping, variety, freshness and cleanliness
Interview, select and hire candidates to staff the Home and Electronics departments
Train associates on all functions and duties within the Home and Electronics departments
Achieve/exceed weekly, period and annual sales, wage budgets and other targeted goals, including customer satisfaction
Lead the teams in the planning, implementation and execution of company initiatives
Demonstrate creative merchandising for maximum sales impact
Monitor and control expenses for the department
Maintain all shrink control, freight receiving/stocking and shipping/receiving standards
Utilize MAGIC system to maintain ordering and stock levels
Manage markdown process following company guidelines
Reinforce safety programs by complying with safety procedures and identify unsafe conditions
Supervise and coach direct reports in the performance of their duties; complete performance reviews and provide feedback to direct reports