STR MGMT/STORE LEADER J-920

Kroger • New Castle, IN

114d

About The Position

Responsible to make daily assessments of the store's ability to meet/exceed customer expectations for ease of shopping, variety, freshness, cleanliness, food safety and regulatory compliance. Manage the overall day-to-day operations of the store, including training and developing effective store associates to achieve desired sales and profit results. Coach and develop all store associates through both formal and informal interactions. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.

Requirements

• Minimum - High School Diploma or GED.
• 3+ years of experience and 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.
• 3+ years of retail experience.
• 3+ years of experience as an assistant store leader.
• Any supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Make daily assessments of the store's ability to meet/exceed customer expectations.
• Manage the overall day-to-day operations of the store.
• Train and develop effective store associates.
• Coach and develop all store associates through formal and informal interactions.
• Demonstrate the company's core values.
• Lead store teams in planning, implementation, and execution of merchandising and operation initiatives.
• Work with store assistant leaders, department leaders, and store associates to identify opportunities and develop solutions.
• Achieve/exceed weekly, period, and annual sales, revenue, and profit budgets.
• Drive cost-effective sales and maximize profits.
• Discuss store-level financial performance with store assistant leaders and department leaders.
• Understand and react to the competitive landscape.
• Demonstrate inclusionary leadership and support store diversity efforts.
• Utilize field Merchandising teams to achieve financial goals.
• Promote strong relationships with local community organizations.
• Build relationships with union officials if applicable.
• Communicate necessary information to store associates.
• Oversee and manage store staffing, retention, and turnover reduction.
• Provide timely feedback to store associates on performance.
• Manage labor and supply costs to meet targets.
• Ensure compliance with laws, regulations, and division policies.
• Achieve and maintain a satisfactory level of technical and professional skills.
• Supervise and coach direct reports on performance.
• Complete performance reviews and provide feedback to direct reports.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Food and Beverage Retailers
• Education Level: High school or GED