Assistant Store Leader

Company: Kroger
Location: Manhattan
Posted on: June 7, 2021

Job Description:

Company Name: Dillons

Position Type: Employee

FLSA Status: Exempt

Position Summary

Responsible for assisting with the overall day-to-day operations of the store including continuous development of effective store associates to achieve desired sales and profit results. Assess daily the stores' ability to meet/exceed customer expectations for ease of shopping, variety, freshness, cleanliness, food safety and regulatory compliance. Assist with coaching and development of store associates through both formal and informal interactions. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.

Essential Job Functions

Assist store manager and associates in the achievement of a favorable customer shopping experienceLead teams in the planning, implementation and execution of merchandising and operating initiativesWork with department leaders and associates to identify opportunities in the store, develop timely solutions and create action plans to ensure implementation of plansAchieve/exceed weekly, period, and annual sales, wage budgets and profit budgets, and other targeted goalsDrive sales working with department leaders to maximize sales and profits, reduce shrink and improve each store department's contributionAssist the store manager in the regular store-level financial performance discussions to include developing budgets and other targeted goals with store associatesUtilize coordinators and other field staff to ensure store departments are achieving sales and profit goals and ensure implementation, and execution of division merchandising plansPromote and support strong relationships with local community organizations in the surrounding area in which the store operatesBuild a proactive and productive relationship with union representatives and business agents, if the store is covered by a collectively bargaining agreementServe as liaison providing feedback to Store Manager, District Manager and Coordinators on the effectiveness of Division merchandising and operational plans/programsAssist the store manager in the hiring, onboarding, development and associate relations responsibilitiesReduce turnover and increase retentionProvide timely feedback to department leaders and associates on individual and department performanceAssist with the management of labor and supply costs daily to meet customer service and financial targetsTechnical/Professional Knowledge, Compliance and Skills Achieve a satisfactory level of technical and professional skills or knowledge in position and/or related areas; keep up with current developments and trendsEnsure associates and location comply with laws and regulation applicable to the companySupervise and coach direct reports on the performance of their duties; complete performance reviews and provide feedback to direct reportsMust be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation

Minimum Position Qualifications

High School Diploma or GEDHave successfully completed the applicable Division Management Training Program

Desired Previous Experience/Education

Bachelor's DegreeAny supervisory responsibilities, retail experience, financial responsibility including budget preparation and management experience

Education Level: Bachelor's Desired

Required Travel: Up to 25%

Required Certifications/Licenses: None

Position Type: Full-Time

Regions: Midwest

States: Kansas

Keywords:

Jobs at Dillons, Baker's, and Gerbes: At Dillons, Baker's, and Gerbes, we are always looking for friendly and reliable people for a variety of positions, including management opportunities for those with retail management experience. We offer competitive wages and benefits, a flexible schedule, and room for career advancement. If you're interested in a new opportunity with our company, complete an online application today.

Company Overview: Kroger Family of Companies employs nearly half a million associates who serve over 11 million customers daily through a seamless shopping experience under a variety of banner names. At The Kroger Co., we are Fresh for Everyone and dedicated to our Purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. We are committed to creating #ZeroHungerZeroWaste communities by 2025. Careers with The Kroger Co. and our family of companies offer competitive wages, flexible schedules, benefits and room for advancement.

Posting Notes: KS || Manhattan || 130 Sarber Lane || 66502 || Dillons || None || Store Management; Management || Employee || Exempt || Full-Time || None

Keywords: Kroger, Manhattan , Assistant Store Leader, Other , Manhattan, Kansas