Job Description

Work collaboratively with division executives, Merchandising, Operations, KOMPASS, Facility Engineering, eCommerce and CAO/Process Improvement managers to execute Merchandising and Operations initiatives within remodels and resets, with a focus on limiting overall disruption to the customer shopping experience and associates. Ensure that remodels and resets are being executed with the guidance from the Store Remodel Best Practice playbook. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.
- Coordinate and communicate all aspects of the new store, reset and remodel process in divisions with less than 100 store locations

- Oversee the third-party KOMPASS team to ensure execution of efficient resets that address shelf management, timely placement of new items and implementation of division and corporate initiatives

- Ensure that all resets and remodels are executed per the Store Remodel Best Practice playbook while maintaining or improving customer/associate satisfaction, in-stock position, and sales trends

- Coordinate and communicate all aspects of the new store, reset, and remodel process

- Attend scope walks with Executive team, Merchandising, and division and G.O. Facility Engineering; attend facility plan reviews and give feedback on all projects; review final F1 plans to ensure customer and store needs are addressed

- Oversee the creation of shelving and fixture orders and the coordination of the deliveries to align with the project schedule

- Communicate upcoming projects and schedules to the appropriate teams to ensure proper planning and execution; attend kick-off meetings prior to the start of work and subsequent construction meetings and or periodic visits to monitor progress and execution

- Protect the customer shopping experience and the associates' workplace

- Attend facility project update meetings with regional and division project managers

- Coordinate schedules and workload to meet project manager's needs

- Create schedules that limit customer and store disruption and ensure projects are completed on time

- Conduct store walks with executives, district and store teams prior, during, and post remodel/reset to ensure merchandising and operations needs are addressed as planned

- Perform all supervision duties (management, PED, coaching, etc.) for the division Store Remodel Operations Manager(s) and Store Reset Team Leader(s) to ensure successful execution of their roles and responsibilities

- Collaborate with the third-party provider(s) on scheduling and managing the workforce at appropriate levels to ensure projects are completed as scheduled

- Collaborate with the regional Merchandising Execution manager assigned to division on store layouts to ensure execution of innovation and initiatives as directed by corporate Merchandising and Operations

- Communicate/resolve all issues identified at store level during the reset/remodel process with appropriate departments. (Merchandising, Operations, KOMPASS, CAO, ECOM, Facility Engineering); proactively follow up to ensure all issues are resolved

- Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation
Minimum

- Any systems and software knowledge

- Any store management experience; set team experience is also recommended

- Ability to establish priorities

- Persistent at completing tasks and pursues completion of objectives

- Clear and direct communication skills

Desired

- Bachelor's Degree

- Any store department leader experience

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.

For more information about benefits and eligibility, please visit our Benefits Page!