Division Pricing Group Lead
JOB DESCRIPTION
Responsible for overseeing the development and execution of pricing strategies across all in-scope departments for all centralized divisions. Ensure integrated and division-specific pricing strategies are created that enable the enterprise's goals and strategic objectives. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Serve as the primary point of contact on everyday pricing matters for division leadership (i.e., VPs, merchandisers, controllers, etc.)
- Partner with Promo Planning to ensure everyday price positioning targets are accounted for in division-level financial plans and roll-ups
- Manage team of division-aligned corporate pricing analysts
- Collaborate with the department pricing lead to ensure department and category strategies and objectives are tailored and executed across divisions
- Ensure all strategic pricing objectives are maintained within each division
- Monitor overall price positioning versus competition by division and department
- Oversee development of price zoning strategies specific to each division/market
- Report on division performance to key leaders
- Ensure strategic priorities are shared between General Office and the division
- Provide input to departments in defining top-down budgets
- Support divisions in conducting pricing program rollouts, working within Merch execution timelines
- Collaborate with KTD in development of NEXT
- Ensure strong talent pipeline and succession planning, in collaboration with HR
- Create opportunities for growth, skill development, and career progression across specialized cohorts
- Recognize and celebrate success and effective collaboration while evaluating ways to evolve/sustain success
- Supervise and coach direct reports in the performance of their duties; complete performance reviews and provide feedback to direct reports
- Travel 10% to divisions and market competitors
- Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation
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QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum
- Any demonstrated experience creating and using strategy to solve complex problems
- Any experience leading and managing a team with direct and indirect reports
- 5+ years of experience working in pricing, merchandising, or operations for a retailer
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Ability to identify metrics and key performance measures and use data to drive decisions which enhance the customer experience
- Ability to adapt to changing needs and expectations
- Ability to influence across functions at all levels internally and externally
- Strong attention to detail
- Excellent oral/written communication skills
Desired
- Bachelor's Degree business administration, economics, math, statistics, or analytics
ABOUT US
From one tiny Cincinnati grocery store more than a century ago, we've grown into what today is the nation's largest grocer with nearly 2,800 stores in 35 states operating under 28 different names. As America's grocer, 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 Kroger 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.
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Mental Health Benefits
Parental Benefits
Work Flexibility
Office Life and Perks
Vacation and Time Off
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K)
- Pension
- Financial Counseling
Professional Development
- Leadership Training Program
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Promote From Within
Diversity and Inclusion
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
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