Store leader

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.

Based in Portland, Oregon, Fred Meyer merged with The Kroger Company in 1998. Today, we're proudly serving Fred Meyer customers in over 120 stores throughout Oregon, Washington, Idaho and Alaska.

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 Fred Meyer family! Minimum - High School Diploma or GED - Have successfully completed the applicable Division Management Training Program Desired - Bachelor's Degree - Any supervisory responsibilities, retail experience, financial responsibility including budget preparation and management experience- Assist store manager and associates in the achievement of a favorable customer shopping experience - Lead teams in the planning, implementation and execution of merchandising and operating initiatives - Work with department leaders and associates to identify opportunities in the store, develop timely solutions and create action plans to ensure implementation of plans - Achieve / exceed weekly, period, and annual sales, wage budgets and profit budgets, and other targeted goals - Drive sales working with department leaders to maximize sales and profits, reduce shrink and improve each store department s contribution - Assist the store manager in the regular store-level financial performance discussions to include developing budgets and other targeted goals with store associates - Utilize coordinators and other field staff to ensure store departments are achieving sales and profit goals and ensure implementation, and execution of division merchandising plans - Promote and support strong relationships with local community organizations in the surrounding area in which the store operates - Build a proactive and productive relationship with union representatives and business agents, if the store is covered by a collectively bargaining agreement - Serve as liaison providing feedback to Store Manager, District Manager and Coordinators on the effectiveness of Division merchandising and operational plans / programs - Assist the store manager in the hiring, onboarding, development and associate relations responsibilities - Reduce turnover and increase retention - Provide timely feedback to department leaders and associates on individual and department performance - Assist with the management of labor and supply costs daily to meet customer service and financial targets - Achieve a satisfactory level of technical and professional skills or knowledge in position and / or related areas;
• keep up with current developments and trends - Ensure associates and location comply with laws and regulation applicable to the company - Supervise and coach direct reports on the performance of their duties;

Last updated : 2024-05-15