ALE Manager

Company Name: Fred Meyer
Position Type: Employee
FLSA Status: Exempt
 

Position Summary:

Manage the Apparel & Leisure Department & maximize all financial opportunities. Role model & demonstrate the Company's core values of respect,honesty,integrity,diversity,inclusion & safety of self & others.

Frequent independent judgments are essential. Fred Meyer also requires that all associates perform all tasks in a safe manner consistent with corporate policies & state & federal laws.

Essential Job Functions:

• Model "Customer 1st" behavior; deliver & encourage other associates to deliver excellent customer service
• Plan ads/store events
• Implement period promotion & point of sale plan,period Merchandise Notes,& Period Planners
• Manage planograms & merchandising of the department
• Maintain compliance with corporate & divisional:

o signing,ticketing,recovery,folding/hanging,stockroom,fixtures usage & maintenance st&ards

o corporate policies & safety guidelines

o labor agreements,when applicable

o freight receiving/stocking st&ards

o Replenishment Management System (RMS) updates

o shrink control guidelines/Electronic Article Surveillance (EAS) procedures

• Audit scan audits,file maintenance exceptions,supply orders,running intersection transfer log,missing markdown & markdown exception reports
• Promote & follow Company initiatives
• Sell products to customers;perform cashier functions
• Interview/hire new associates
• Complete daily tours
• Process mail; maintain department books
• Maintain awareness of overstock/understock conditions
• Review daily/weekly sales
• Manage financial reports
• Respond to verbal/written customer comments/complaints
• Verify daily/weekly time & attendance functions are completed
• Manage maintenance/repair needs
• Complete customer & associate incident/accident report forms
• Verify salvage procedures are accurate & credits are given
• Audit written distribution center returns & Returns to Suppliers
• Coordinate/supervise inventory process
• Review Intersection Transfer reports & Callback/Return to Vendor (RTV) reporting
• All store management work with associates to manage all common associate areas (i.e. break rooms & training areas) to make sure they are inviting in appearance & reflect "Our People Are Great"
• Supervise & coach direct reports in the performance of their duties; complete performance reviews & provide feedback to direct reports
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation

Minimum Position Qualifications:

• BA/BS in business or related field plus a minimum of six months Fred Meyer experience,two-three years related retail experience,& one-two years management experience; or combination of relevant education & experience.
• Minimum 18 years of age/19 in Alaska
• Ability to pass drug test
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work weekends/nights on a regular basis
• Ability to travel independently on occasional basis
• Maintain confidentiality
• Accuracy/attention to detail
• Ability to organize/prioritize tasks/projects
• Familiarity with industry/technical terms & processes
• Ability continue education
• Valid driver's license
• CPR/first aid certification

Desired Previous Job Experience:

• Knowledge of Fred Meyer policies,procedures,& organizational structure
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel,Report Management & Distribution System (RMDS),& current Company email
• Experience directing/participating on project teams

Education Level: High School Diploma/ GED Required
Required Travel: Up to 25%
Required Certifications/Licenses: Driver's License; Other
Position Type: Full-Time
Regions: West

States: Washington
Keywords: Apparel

Jobs at Fred Meyer: Based in Portland, Oregon with over 130 stores throughout Oregon, Washington, Idaho & Alaska, Fred Meyer offers one-stop shopping with store employment opportunities in apparel, home, food, pharmacy and home electronics as well as opportunities in our division office in merchandise and product development, store operations, customer communications, public affairs, food and pharmacy.  We are always searching for individuals who share our passion for service, leadership, honesty and diversity. Whether you like working with people, numbers or ideas, you can find a home at Fred Meyer. And with stores and offices across the Pacific Northwest, we have opportunities for talented individuals if you prefer to be closer to the mountains, ocean, or city.

Company Overview: Kroger Family of Companies employs nearly half a million associates who serve over 11 million customers daily through a seamless shopping experience under a variety of banner names.  At The Kroger Co., we are Fresh for Everyone™ and dedicated to our Purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit®.  We are committed to creating #ZeroHungerZeroWaste communities by 2025.  Careers with The Kroger Co. and our family of companies offer competitive wages, flexible schedules, benefits and room for advancement.

 Posting Notes:  WA || Richland || 101 Wellsian Way || 99352 || Fred Meyer || None || Apparel (Fred Meyer) || Employee || Exempt || Full-Time || Driver's License; Other