OPERATIONS/FIELD SPECIALIST

Kroger Great Lakes Distribution Center; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision coverage

Flexible scheduling with paid time off

Tuition reimbursement up to $21,000

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition reimbursement

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

A leading national grocery distributor in Denver is seeking an Operations Analyst to enhance customer satisfaction through important operational strategies. The role involves analyzing store performance, guiding improvements, and collaborating with various departments to ensure compliance with regulations and operational excellence. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical and leadership skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Join us to make a meaningful impact while enjoying extensive benefits including health coverage and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to recognize and protect highly confidential information.
• Proven success facilitating meetings varying in size and scope.
• Experience successfully identifying and leading change initiatives.
• Strong analytical, conflict management and problem resolution skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with committees and peer groups.
• Strong skills in leadership, interpersonal relationship building and the development of others.
• Excellent oral/written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze store operations data to identify opportunities.
• Assist district managers in monitoring/troubleshooting issues.
• Partner with Asset Protection and Regulation Compliance.
• Discuss store financial performance with district manager.
• Monitor operational measures with store leaders.
• Ensure the effective implementation of technologies and upgrade releases and the use of systems.
• Assist and monitor the installation, training, and follow-up of new equipment and/or work methods via coordinators.
• Partner with district managers/store leadership to ensure stores operate within the expense goals.
• Review operational measures (reports, scorecards) with store leaders and district managers.
• Monitor competitive situations and significant activities.
• Provide feedback to Retail Operations manager, district managers, and store leaders on the strengths and developmental opportunities of associates in the Front-End departments and ensure training and transition as required of new department managers.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state and local laws, and company policies and standards on applications and/or programs.
• Monitor and support Food Safety, Safety and Sanitation best practices.
• Conduct annual Anti-Money Laundering audit for assigned stores.
• Travel to various store locations to provide necessary support.
• Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Conflict management skills

Interpersonal relationship building

Excellent oral/written communication

Communication

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Assess each store's ability to exceed customer expectations for ease of shopping, service, variety, freshness, cleanliness, food safety and regulatory conditions. Serve as the subject matter expert and liaison with Retail Operations and Front-End/KPF Manger to provide feedback on the effectiveness of the Enterprise operational plans/programs, systems and/or application opportunities. Partner with Asset Protection, KPF & AML Compliance, Division KTM and division KSM to achieve Front-End goals. Coordinate division rollout and training for all Front-End solutions. Work with store management to identify store opportunities, analyze reports and make recommendations to improve sales, shrink, safety, profit and the customers shopping experience. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.

Responsibilities

• Analyze store operations data to identify opportunities and work with retail operations department/ store leaders to take corrective action
• Assist district managers in monitoring/troubleshooting issues affected by various applications
• Partner with Asset Protection, KPF & Anti Money Laundering, Compliance, Division KTM and Division KSM to achieve Front-End goals
• Ensure implementation of division marketing plan and operation initiatives to improve overall customer experience
• Discuss store and department financial performance (sales, shrink, labor expenses, etc.) and other targeted goals with district manager and store leaders
• Ensure the effective implementation of technologies and upgrade releases and the use of systems
• Assist and monitor the installation, training, and follow-up of new equipment and/or work methods via coordinators
• Partner with district managers/ store leadership to ensure stores operate within the expense goals
• Review operational measures (reports, scorecards) with store leaders and district managers
• Monitor competitive situations and significant activities
• Provide feedback to Retail Operations manager, district managers, and store leaders on the strengths and developmental opportunities of associates in the Front-End departments and ensure training and transition as required of new department managers
• Ensure compliance with federal, state and local laws, and company policies and standards on applications and/or programs
• Monitor and support Food Safety, Safety and Sanitation best practices
• Conduct annual Anti-Money Laundering audit for assigned stores
• Travel to various store locations to provide necessary support
• Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation

Desired Qualifications

• Training curriculum facilitation certifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Ability to recognize and protect highly confidential information
• Ability to learn and enhance knowledge and skills in various job related areas
• Proven success facilitating meetings varying in size and scope
• Experience successfully identifying, adopting and leading change initiatives
• Strong analytical, conflict management and problem resolution skills
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with committees and peer groups
• Strong skills in leadership, interpersonal relationship building and the development of others
• Excellent oral/written communication skills

Job Info

• Job Identification 171310
• Job Category Division Operations
• Posting Date 01/15/2026, 04:05 PM
• Locations 65 Tejon St, Denver, CO, 80223, US (On-site)

Benefits

• • 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 our industry-leading Continuing Education program.
• • Vast potential for growth, through an abundance of industry-leading training programs and diverse career pathways.

Company Overview

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. Apply today to become part of our Kroger family!