Store Leader

The Kroger Co. • McMinnville, TN

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About The Position

The Store Leader is responsible for assessing daily whether the store can meet or exceed customer expectations for ease of shopping, variety, freshness, cleanliness, food safety, and regulatory compliance. The role manages the store’s day-to-day operations and develops associates to achieve sales and profit goals. The Store Leader coaches associates through formal and informal interactions and demonstrates the company’s values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 3 years of experience with satisfactory performance appraisals as an assistant store leader or in another position at the same pay level or above.
• Successful completion of the applicable division’s Leadership Essentials Program.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Experience overseeing financial responsibilities, including budget preparation and management.
• At least 3 years of retail experience.
• At least 3 years of experience as an assistant store leader.
• Supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead store teams in planning, implementing, and executing merchandising and operational initiatives to keep the store customer-ready.
• Work with assistant store leaders, department leaders, and associates to identify opportunities, develop timely solutions, and create and implement action plans.
• Achieve or exceed weekly, period, and annual sales, revenue, and profit budgets, along with other targeted goals.
• Drive cost-effective sales, maximize sales and profits, reduce shrink, and improve each department’s contribution.
• Discuss store-level financial performance with assistant store leaders and department leaders, including budgets for sales, shrink, labor, and other expenses, as well as goals such as safety.
• Understand and respond to the competitive landscape within the district and store.
• Demonstrate inclusive leadership, expect inclusive behavior from associates, and support the store, district, and division Our Promise teams.
• Use field Merchandising teams to help departments achieve financial goals and ensure division marketing plans are communicated and executed.
• Promote and support relationships with local community organizations served by the store.
• Build a proactive and productive relationship with union officials when the store is covered by a collective bargaining agreement.
• Communicate necessary information to associates so they can effectively perform their duties.
• Oversee store staffing and work to improve retention and reduce turnover.
• Provide associates timely feedback on individual and department performance.
• Manage labor and supply costs daily to meet customer service and financial targets.
• Ensure compliance with laws, regulations, and division policies, including ensuring associates comply with applicable laws and regulations.
• Maintain a satisfactory level of technical and professional skills and knowledge, and keep up with developments and trends in areas of expertise.
• Supervise and coach direct reports, complete performance reviews, and provide feedback.
• Perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Benefits

• Healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage, through company 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 course of a career through the Continuing Education program.
• Training programs and diverse career pathways.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED