Job Description

Execute the company standards and initiatives to effectively utilize labor, and labor tools (ELMS/Scheduling) in stores. Develop and achieve division budgets, goals, and strategies/action plans for implementation of company/division labor and scheduling initiatives. Responsible for the integrity, usage, communication, functionality, training and the implementation of all enterprise labor system tools. Work collaboratively with division management to manage labor costs within the division budget. Recognize and lead all store/district teams to understand how labor and scheduling impacts the achievement of key operational metrics. Coach and train all aspects of labor and labor tools to division/district/store teams. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.
- Responsible for budgets and results of Financial Page 5NF lines for total store associate costs; utilize financial tools to analyze results, and make recommendations for improvements while coaching/training district/store teams to achieve labor goals

- Work with Labor Forecasting Center of Excellence to deliver accurate weekly sales and labor forecasts, by store, to achieve all promotional objectives and business plan budget

- Provide analysis of Labor results, identify specific opportunities, recommend solutions while coaching and training district/store teams to achieve expected labor goals

- Understand and manage all division scheduling inputs/outputs to include headcount, scheduler roles, forecasted/scheduled/worked hours and all end user functionality

- Understand contractual bargaining language and how it impacts scheduling

- Conduct store visits with focus on labor best practices and scheduling

- Work closely with senior leadership in corporate and division settings

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

- Any store leader or retail store management experience, or comparable experience

- Any experience in training complex systems and critical thinking skills

- Strong knowledge of labor management principles to include labor expense and scheduling

- Excellent oral/written communication skills

- Ability to engage in new areas and facilitate change across the enterprise

- Highly organized and proficient at multi-tasking

- Strong analytical skills

- Proficiency and ability to learn Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Business Objects, EssBase, etc.

- Ability to collaborate and work with and through various committees

- Demonstrate initiative and leadership skills

- Creative and alert to new ways of approaching tasks and processes

Desired

- Bachelor's Degree

- Any district Operations coordinator/field specialist experience

Based in Hutchinson, Kansas, Dillons merged with The Kroger Company in 1983. Today, we’re proudly serving Dillons customers in over 60 stores throughout Kansas.

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 Dillons 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!