HOME/RELIEF ASST DEPT LEADER

The Kroger Co.•Gresham, OR

About The Position

Assist with managing the department, maximize financial opportunities, and assume management responsibilities when the Home Merchandising Assistant Manager and Home Operations Assistant Manager are absent. Model the Company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety. The role supports customer service, selling, associate training, department operations, stockroom organization, orders, returns, and store condition verification. The position requires working weekends regularly, any shift, and overtime as needed.

Requirements

  • BA/BS in business or a related field plus at least six months of Fred Meyer experience and one year of related retail experience, or a combination of relevant education and experience.
  • Minimum age of 18.
  • Ability to pass a drug test.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to work weekends regularly, any shift, and overtime as needed.
  • Ability to travel independently on a rare basis.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality.
  • Accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Ability to organize and prioritize tasks and projects.
  • Familiarity with industry and technical terms and processes.
  • Ability to work within set time frames.
  • Ability to continue education as necessary.

Nice To Haves

  • Knowledge of company policies, procedures, and organizational structure.
  • Proficiency with the Returns Management System and current Company email.
  • Experience directing and participating on project teams.
  • Working knowledge of alarms, sprinklers, and printers.

Responsibilities

  • Model “Customer 1st” behavior and deliver and encourage excellent customer service.
  • Teach and demonstrate selling skills.
  • Complete customer incident and associate injury reports.
  • Communicate daily tours, sales, and goals to staff.
  • Understand and follow labor agreements, when applicable.
  • Promote and follow Company initiatives.
  • Verify recovery and store conditions.
  • Process special orders.
  • Maintain the stockroom fixture bay and review bay dating.
  • Verify all read and signs are completed.
  • Train associates and follow up on training needs.
  • Process salvage, returns, call backs, recalls, and review write-offs.
  • Review supply needs and recap them to the File Maintenance Clerk.
  • Verify the accuracy of Toy & Variety consolidation orders.
  • Perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Benefits

  • Healthcare coverage including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage, through company plans or collective bargaining agreement plans.
  • Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles.
  • Paid time off, including holiday and sick pay based on eligibility and length of service.
  • Free counseling through the Employee Assistance Program.
  • Free, confidential financial tools and coaching with Goldman Sachs Ayco.
  • Associate discounts on purchases including food, travel, and technology.
  • Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over the career through the Continuing Education program.
  • Training programs and career pathways.
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