Job Description

Job Category: Category Management/Merchandising
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Position Summary:
Achieve category sales, units, profit dollars and growth objectives for assigned Divisions. Manage supplier and distributor relationships. Support category strategy and execution. Role model and demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety of others.
Responsibilities:

• Customize category sales plan for assigned Divisions and identify/address gaps to budgets/targets.
• Execute category strategy and planning (including customer communications, COGS, and digital).
• Maintain division-specific Enterprise Sales Planning (ESP).
• Manage assortment (including item setup & maintenance), determine pricing strategy, and lead planogramming (including store execution as needed) process for assigned Divisions (if applicable).
• Negotiate favorable programs and costs while developing and maintaining strategic alliances with the trade.
• Assist with category review process.
• Serve as company Subject Matter Expert (SME) for assigned Divisions, staying abreast of commodity and brand performance trends, competitors and regional preferences (traveling as needed).
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and Federal laws / regulations (as needed depending on category).
• Proof ads, versions and collateral and review commodity and promo performance by Division.
• Review and communicate information to Divisions including: category results, trends, market share, pricing simulations, targets, and weekly promotional forecasting.
• Supervise and coach direct reports in the performance of their duties; complete performance reviews and provides feedback to direct reports, if applicable
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Division Sales Manager, Store Coordinator, or Store Manager
• Vendor negotiations
• Promo planning
• 3+ years experience in one of the following areas: replenishment buying/procurement, merchandising, store management, operations, or brand management
• Demonstrated ability to coach and train
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Proficient in Excel, Word and Outlook
• Strong organization and multi-tasking skills
• Strong communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Ability to travel independently

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.

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