Drug & GM Department Leader

Kroger; Longmont (CO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Kroger in Longmont, CO is seeking a Department Manager for the Drug/GM area to deliver an outstanding customer experience, supervise the team, and drive sales while ensuring a safe, clean, and organized store environment for customers.

This role emphasizes effective communication, scheduling, coaching, and policy compliance; prior retail or Drug/GM experience is preferred. The position is full-time with growth opportunities within store operations.

Qualifications

• Ability to handle stressful situations
• Basic math skills (counting, addition, subtraction)
• Effective communication skills

Responsibilities

• Create an environment that enables customers to feel welcome, important and appreciated by answering questions regarding products
• Communicate information to associates; collaborate with team to achieve store goals; promote Our Brands to customers
• Develop adequate scheduling to manage customer volume during hours of operation
• Develop associates on performance and participate in appraisals; set department goals
• Adhere to local, state and federal laws and company guidelines
• Gain knowledge of products and respond to questions
• Inform customers of specials and promotions for Drug/GM
• Develop and implement a department business plan to achieve results; monitor expenses
• Understand store layout and execute sales promotions
• Educate associates about current and upcoming promotions
• Assist management in budgeting, P&L reviews and action on financial reports
• Maintain awareness of inventory/stocking conditions; note discrepancies
• Schedule price changes and update shelf tags
• Train staff on inventory processes; supervise CAO inventory
• Inspect equipment and report repairs
• Report safety risks and incidents to management

Skills

Effective communication skills

Ability to handle stressful situations

Knowledge of basic math

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Kroger in Longmont, CO is seeking a Department Manager for the Drug/GM area to deliver an outstanding customer experience, supervise the team, and drive sales while ensuring a safe, clean, and organized store environment for customers.

This role emphasizes effective communication, scheduling, coaching, and policy compliance; prior retail or Drug/GM experience is preferred. The position is full-time with growth opportunities within store operations.