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JOB DESCRIPTION

Work with store management to ensure best-in-class store standards, excellence in operational execution, and make recommendations for improvement. Serve as a liaison to departments providing upward feedback on the effectiveness of the merchandising or operational plans/programs, as well as local needs and products. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.

RESPONSIBILITIES

- Model Customer 1st behavior; deliver and encourage other associates to deliver excellent customer service
- Instruct and train store associates in the proper use of their store's display space and special or seasonal merchandising techniques
- Follow through on the implementation of enterprise/division store sets that allow for proper allocation, variety and freshness of product
- Instruct and train store department managers in proper ordering, execution of the sales plan, and the implementation and development of product mix to support consistent sales, profit, and tonnage growth
- Ensure that required division methods of handling, receiving, storing, conditioning, pricing, stocking, and rotating are implemented
- Ensure each department implements and executes merchandising and operational plans as directed by applicable division department
- Ensure adherence to division standards on applicable commodities and departments
- Actively work with store associates in the promotion of safety and shared responsibility for the achievement of a zero accident safety culture
- Assist in the installation, training, and use of new equipment and/or work methods
- Keep abreast of competitive situations and monitor and report significant programs or activities
- Work with stores in the achievement of the shrink glide path; apply tools to manage this area
- Identify training stores and managers within districts and evaluate department team strengths and opportunities
- Work with appropriate resources and store teams to ensure the effective use of training programs and assist in the training of store associates
- Provide input concerning promotability and selection of store department managers to district managers and assist in the training for and transition of the new department manager to their store
- Travel to various company locations to inspect store conditions, customer service performance, merchandising standards, associate performance, shrink initiatives, and overall store operations
- Maintain flexibility to work any shift, including weekends
- Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum
- High School Diploma or GED
- 2+ years of experience as a division manager or assistant store manager
- Strong understanding of industry/technical terms and processes
- Knowledge of Fred Meyer policies, procedures, and organizational structure
- Excellent administrative, communication, and organizational skill with high attention to detail
- Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and protect sensitive information
- Ability to work within strict time frames/resolute deadlines
- Demonstrated ability to coach and train

Desired
- Bachelor's Degree

ABOUT US

Based in Portland, Oregon, Fred Meyer merged with The Kroger Company in 1998. Today, we're proudly serving Fred Meyer customers in over 120 stores throughout Oregon, Washington, Idaho and Alaska.

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.

• 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.