Hybrid Senior Private-Label Merchandising Lead

P.L. Marketing, Inc.; Newport (RI); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

P.L. Marketing, Inc. seeks a results-driven professional to drive Kroger Our Brand growth, combining analytical and category-management expertise. You will work with Kroger managers and suppliers to shape sales plans and promotions, leveraging data from 84.51, Market 6, Mintel and IRI to identify opportunities.

The role requires collaboration across teams, leadership of a small group, and the ability to execute merchandising strategies with senior Kroger leadership. Hybrid work schedule offered.

Qualifications

• 4 year degree in Business Marketing, Operations, Economics or equivalent education preferred.
• Minimum of 6 years’ experience working in the grocery merchandising/sales.
• Proficient Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Hybrid: work in Corporate Office at least two days weekly.
• Support Kroger Our Brand teams to reach sales goals and pricing strategies.
• Identify opportunities for new items, promotions and product placement.
• Communicate plans to division teams and ensure promotions execution.
• Educate suppliers on Kroger strategy and opportunities.
• Develop strategies and supervise the support team to meet objectives.
• Continuously gain expertise in grocery industry and represent PL Marketing to Kroger Senior Management.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Strategic thinking

Negotiation

Problem solving

Education

Bachelors in Business Marketing, Operations, Economics or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

P.L. Marketing, Inc. seeks a results-driven professional to drive Kroger Our Brand growth, combining analytical and category-management expertise. You will work with Kroger managers and suppliers to shape sales plans and promotions, leveraging data from 84.51, Market 6, Mintel and IRI to identify opportunities.

The role requires collaboration across teams, leadership of a small group, and the ability to execute merchandising strategies with senior Kroger leadership. Hybrid work schedule offered.