Kroger · 21 hours ago
HOME/ASST DEPT LEADER
Brighton, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Mid LevelKroger is a leading grocery retailer that aims to create an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service. The Home/Assistant Department Leader will assist the department manager in reaching sales goals, supervise daily operations, and ensure compliance with quality assurance standards.
RetailFood and BeverageAgricultureMarketingGroceryMeat and PoultryRetail Technology
Responsibilities
Promote trust and respect among associates
Communicate company, department, and job specific information to associates
Collaborate with associates and promote teamwork to help achieve company/store goals
Adhere to all local, state and federal laws, and company guidelines
Create an environment that enables customers to feel welcome, important and appreciated by answering questions regarding products sold within the department and throughout the store
Gain and maintain knowledge of products sold within the department and be able to respond to questions and make suggestions about products
Order, label, stock and inventory department merchandise
Use all equipment in the home department such as baler, u-boats, compactor, forklift, and pallet jacks according to company guidelines
Display a positive attitude
Understand the store's layout and be able to locate products
Inform and educate department associates about current, upcoming and special in-store promotions, especially promotions that affect Drug GM and Home
Stay current with present, future, seasonal and special ads
Assist in monitoring and controlling expenses for the department
Maintain an awareness of inventory/stocking conditions; note any discrepancies in inventory
Plan, organize and supervise the inventory process
Report pricing and scanning discrepancies to the appropriate manager
Process customer transactions quickly, accurately, and efficiently
Ensure customer returns and exchanges are handled to satisfy customers while in compliance with company policies and procedures
Follow established policies and procedures (where applicable) for postage stamps, money orders, gift certificates, lottery, Western Union money transfers, etc
Handle funds, coupons, tenders, etc. according to company policy
Reinforce safety programs by complying with safety procedures and identify unsafe conditions and notify store management
Practice preventive maintenance by properly inspecting equipment and notify appropriate department or store manager of any items in need of repair
Notify management of customer or employee accidents
Report all safety risks, or issues, and illegal activity, including: robbery, theft or fraud
Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation
Qualification
Required
Effective communication skills
Knowledge of basic math (counting, addition, and subtraction)
Ability to handle stressful situations
Must be at least 18 years of age
Preferred
High school education or equivalent preferred
Management experience preferred
Drug GM or Home experience
Retail experience
Second language (speaking, reading and/or writing)
Benefits
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.
Health care benefits
Paid time off such as vacation, sick leave, and parental leave
Mental and emotional support resources through our Employee Assistance Program
Participation in a 401(k) plan, subject to certain eligibility requirements
Group term life insurance eligible
Eligible for an annual bonus based upon company performance
Associate discounts
Tuition assistance, college scholarships and educational leave of absence, depending on varying criteria by location and subject to certain eligibility requirements
Robust internal training and development resources to grow your career
Company
Kroger
Kroger is a grocery retail store that provides a wide variety of product for customers and community.
Founded in 1883
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown1984-09-28IPO
Leadership Team
Ronald Sargent
Interim Chief Executive Officer
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