Assistant Store Leader

Ruler Foods; Godfrey (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Counseling services

Career growth programs

Job summary

Kroger in Godfrey, IL is seeking a Store Operations Manager to lead day-to-day store activities, coach associates, and drive the Full, Fresh, and Friendly strategy. You will focus on improving shopping experience, store conditions, and regulatory compliance while managing labor and costs.

This role emphasizes teamwork, strong customer service, and the ability to analyze performance to meet budgets and growth targets.

Qualifications

• Retail sales experience and store leadership preferred.
• Strong customer service to resolve issues effectively.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to supervise and motivate a team to hit sales goals.
• Proficient in basic math for cash handling and inventory management.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to adapt in a fast-paced retail environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist store leader and team in creating a favorable customer shopping experience.
• Assist in leading teams in planning, implementing, and executing merchandising and operating initiatives.
• Identify opportunities in the store, develop timely solutions and action plans for implementation.
• Drive sales with team to maximize sales and profits, reduce shrink and improve department contributions.
• Support store-level financial performance discussions to meet budgets and goals with team members.
• Analyze competitive landscape within the area and respond accordingly.
• Coordinate division merchandising and operational plans across store departments.
• Provide feedback to leadership on effectiveness of merchandising and programs.
• Assist with staffing, reducing turnover, and improving store operations.
• Provide timely feedback to team members on performance.
• Help manage labor and supply costs daily to meet service and financial targets.

Skills

Customer service

Leadership

Team supervision

Communication skills

Cash handling

Inventory management

Detail-oriented

Job description

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 EBITDA results. Daily assess the stores' ability to meet/exceed customer expectations for ease of shopping, variety, freshness, cleanliness, food safety and regulatory compliance. Assist with the coaching and development of store associates through both formal and informal interactions. Supports all aspects of the Full, Fresh, and Friendly Strategy. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety.

Responsibilities

• Assist store leader and team members in the achievement of a favorable customer shopping experience through great store conditions and customer service
• Assist in leading teams in the planning, implementation, and execution of merchandising and operating initiatives
• Work with team members to identify opportunities in the store, develop timely solutions and create action plans to ensure implementation of plans
• Drive sales working with team members to maximize sales and profits, reduce shrink and improve each department's contribution
• Assist the store leader in the regular store-level financial performance discussions to include achieving budgets and other targeted goals with store team members
• Analyze and respond to the competitive landscape within the area
• Utilize team to ensure store departments are achieving sales and profit goals and ensure implementation, and execution of division merchandising plans
• Serve as liaison providing feedback to Store Leader, Area Leader, and Director of Operations on the effectiveness of Division merchandising and operational plans and programs
• Assist the store leader in staffing, reducing turnover, increasing retention and store operations
• Provide timely feedback to team members on individual and department performance
• Assist with the management of labor and supply costs daily to meet customer service and financial targets
• Physical demands include, but are not limited to, standing and walking 100% of the time, lifting an average of 50 lbs., pushing, pulling, bending, twisting/turning, manual dexterity, and repetitive motion of hands/wrists
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation

Qualifications

• Previous experience in retail sales management preferred.
• Strong customer service skills with the ability to resolve customer issues effectively.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to interact with customers and team members.
• Ability to supervise and motivate a team to achieve sales goals.
• Proficient in basic math skills for cash handling and inventory management.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced retail environment.

Job Info

• Job Identification 214693
• Job Category Store Operations
• Posting Date 08/06/2026, 01:37 AM
• Locations 5771 Godfrey Rd, Godfrey, IL, 62035, US (On-site)

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.
• Valuable associate discounts on purchases, including food, travel, technology and so much more.
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career, through your industry-leading Continuing Education program.
• Vast potential for growth, through an abundance of industry-leading training programs and diverse career pathways.

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.