GROCERY/DEPT LEADER

Create an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service. Establish and maintain a safe and clean environment that encourages our customers to return. Direct and supervise all functions, duties and activities for the department. Support the day-to-day functions of the Grocery operations. Embrace the Customer 1st strategy and encourage associates to deliver excellent customer service. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.Based in Colorado, King Soopers merged with The Kroger Company in 1983. Today, we're proudly serving King Soopers customers in over 115 stores throughout Colorado and Wyoming. As part of the Kroger family of companies, we take pride in bringing diverse teams with a passion for food and people together with one common purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. With a history of innovation, we work tirelessly to create amazing experiences for our customers, communities AND each other, with food at the heart of it all. Here, people matter. That's why we strive to provide the ingredients you need to create your own recipe for success at work and in life. We help feed your future by providing the value and care you need to grow. If you're caring, purpose-driven and hungry to learn, your potential is unlimited. Whether you're seeking a part-time position or a new career path, we've got a fresh opportunity for you. Apply today to become part of our King Soopers family! What you'll receive from us: The Kroger Family of Companies offers comprehensive benefits to support your Associate Well-Being, including Physical, Emotional, Financial and more. We'll help you thrive, with access to: A wide range of healthcare coverage, including affordable, comprehensive medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, through company plans or collective bargaining agreement plans. Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles with paid time off, including holiday and sick pay based on eligibility and length of service. Emotional and financial support with free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program and free, confidential financial tools and coaching with Goldman Sachs Ayco. Valuable associate discounts on purchases, including food, travel, technology and so much more. Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career, through our industry-leading Continuing Education program. Vast potential for growth, through an abundance of industry-leading training programs and diverse career pathways. For more information about benefits and eligibility, please visit our Benefits Page MINIMUM High School Diploma or GEDAny management experienceDESIRED 1 year of grocery retail experienceAdhere to all food safety regulations and guidelines; ensure proper temperatures in cases and coolers are maintained and temperature logs are maintainedReport all safety risks or issues, and illegal activity, including: robbery, theft or fraud; notify management of customer or employee accidentsTrain department associates on inventory/stocking and Computer Assisted Ordering (CAO)Plan, organize and supervise the inventory processSchedule daily, weekly and monthly price changes by updating shelf tags and promotional signsMaintain an awareness of inventory/stocking conditions; note any discrepancies in inventoryAssist store management in preparing the store/department budget, profit and loss reviews, and take appropriate action on all financial reportsMonitor and control expenses for the departmentStay current with present, future, seasonal and special adsImplement the period promotional plan for the departmentPrepare and submit seasonal critiques for the sales and merchandising supervisorCreate and execute sales promotions in partnership with store managementUnderstand the store's layout and be able to locate productsGain and maintain knowledge of products sold within the department and be able to respond to questions and make suggestions about productsAdhere to all local, state and federal laws, and company guidelinesTrain and develop associates on performance of their job and participate in the performance appraisal processDevelop adequate scheduling to manage customer volume throughout hours of operationCollaborate with associates and promote teamwork to help achieve company/store goalsCommunicate company, department, and job specific information to associatesSupervise and coach direct reports in the performance of their duties; complete performance reviews and provide feedback to direct reportsAbility to work cooperatively in high paced and sometimes stressful environmentAbility to manage conflict in a reasonable, nonconfrontational and cooperative mannerAbility to act with honesty and integrity regarding customer and business informationAbility to follow directions and seek assistance when necessary to resolve customer and business issuesProvide support and assistance through direct interaction with minors, individuals with special needs, and/or older adultsMust be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation