Assistant Store Leader

Kroger in; Flint (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Kroger is seeking an Assistant Store Leader (Finance) in Flint, Michigan. You will learn store operations, manage staff, and ensure top-notch customer service while aligning with the company's core values. We offer competitive pay, growth opportunities, and comprehensive benefits to support your career and well-being.

Benefits

Extensive healthcare coverage

Flexible scheduling and paid time off

Tuition reimbursement up to $21,000

Associate discounts on purchases

Emotional and financial support

Opportunities for growth

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience as a department or service manager or equivalent.
• Approval from store or district manager is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist store manager and staff in delivering excellent customer service.
• Lead teams in planning and executing merchandising and operational initiatives.
• Supervise and coach staff, providing performance feedback.

Skills

Customer service

Team leadership

Communication

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Assistant Store Leader (Finance)

Learn the operations of all departments and the duties of store management; share responsibility for store performance in all areas of operation/human resources. Perform scheduling, security, maintenance, safety, sanitation, ordering, administration, and Human Resources duties. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety.

From a tiny Cincinnati grocery store over a century ago, we've grown into the nation's largest grocer with nearly 2,800 stores in 35 states under 28 different names. As America's grocer, we pride ourselves on bringing diverse teams together with a passion for food and people, united by the purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. With a history of innovation, we strive to create exceptional experiences for our customers, communities, and colleagues, with food at the heart of it all.

Here, people matter. That's why we aim to provide the ingredients for your success at work and in life. We support your growth with value and care. If you're caring, purpose-driven, and eager to learn, your potential is limitless.

Whether seeking a part-time role or a new career path, we have a fresh opportunity for you. Apply today to join our Kroger family!

What you'll receive from us:

The Kroger Family of Companies offers comprehensive benefits to support your well-being, including:

• Extensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, vision, and prescriptions, through company or collective bargaining plans.
• Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles with paid time off, including holidays and sick leave, based on eligibility and tenure.
• Emotional and financial support through free counseling via our Employee Assistance Program and financial tools with Goldman Sachs Ayco.
• Associate discounts on purchases, including food, travel, technology, and more.
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career through our Continuing Education program.
• Opportunities for growth via industry-leading training and diverse career paths.

For more details about benefits and eligibility, please visit our Benefits Page!

Minimum requirements:

• High school diploma/GED
• At least 1 year of experience as a department or service manager, or equivalent
• Approval from store or district manager

Desired qualifications:

• Retail management experience and knowledge of store operations
• Staff supervisory experience

Responsibilities include:

• Assisting store manager and staff in delivering excellent customer service and developing interest in customer relations
• Leading teams in planning and executing merchandising and operational initiatives
• Developing action plans based on survey results and store opportunities
• Modeling high customer service standards and resolving issues
• Managing store operations in the manager's absence
• Achieving sales, wage, profit, safety, and shrinkage targets
• Driving sales and profits through departmental collaboration
• Participating in financial performance discussions and budget development
• Analyzing the competitive landscape and fostering inclusive leadership
• Ensuring store departments meet sales and profit goals
• Building relationships with community organizations and union representatives
• Communicating effectively with staff and serving as a liaison with district management
• Supporting staffing, retention, and performance management
• Maintaining compliance with laws and policies
• Supervising and coaching staff, providing performance feedback