Store Leader

Kroger; Princeton (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Flexible scheduling

Counseling support

Associate discounts

Tuition reimbursement

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Kroger is seeking a results-driven leader to oversee day-to-day store operations in Princeton, KY. You will train and coach the store team to achieve sales and EBITDA targets, champion the company values, and foster an inclusive environment.

You will lead merchandising, cost management, and staff development while maintaining compliance and strong community relations. This role emphasizes accountability, performance reviews, and actionable leadership across the store.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to read and convey information clearly.
• Completion of Division Leadership Training Program or equivalent.
• 3 years of supervisory/assistant store leader experience.
• 3+ years of retail experience.
• Financial responsibility including budgeting and cost control.

Responsibilities

• Lead store teams in planning, implementing and executing merchandising and operating initiatives.
• Collaborate with leaders and staff to identify opportunities and create action plans.
• Aim to meet or exceed weekly, period, and annual sales, revenue and profit targets.
• Manage labor and supply costs daily to achieve customer service and financial goals.
• Ensure compliance with laws, regulations and company policies.
• Provide feedback and develop performance reviews for direct reports.

Skills

Effective communication

Leadership experience

Staff development

Supervisory responsibilities

Budgeting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Leadership Training Program

Job description

Oversee the day-to-day operations of the store including training and developing effective store team members to achieve desired sales and EBITDA results. Responsible for the coaching and development of all store team members. Demonstrate the company’s core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.

Responsibilities

• Lead store teams in the planning, implementation and execution of merchandising and operation initiatives
• Work with store assistant leaders, shift leads, and team members to identify opportunities in the store, develop timely solutions and create action plans to ensure implementation
• Achieve or exceed weekly, period, and annual sales, revenue and profit budgets, as well as other targeted goals
• Drive cost effective sales working with store assistants and shift leads to produce and maximize sales and profits, reduce shrink and improve each store’s contribution
• Discuss store-level financial performance to include developing budgets and other targeted goals with store assistants and shift leads
• Understand and react to the competitive landscape within the district and store
• Demonstrate inclusionary leadership, expect inclusive behavior from team members, and support the efforts of the store and area
• Utilize division associates to enable store to achieve financial goals and ensure communication, implementation and execution of division marketing plan
• Promote and support strong relationships with local community organizations that the store serves
• Communicate all necessary information to store team members enabling them to effectively carry out their duties
• Maintain responsibility for store staffing, retention, and reducing turnover
• Provide timely feedback to store team members on individual and store performance
• Manage labor and supply costs on a daily basis to meet customer service and financial targets
• Ensure compliance with laws, regulations and division policies
• Keep up with current developments and trends in areas of expertise; ensure team members and store location comply with laws and regulation applicable to the company
• Supervise and coach direct reports on the performance of their duties; complete performance reviews and provide feedback to direct reports
• Physical demands include but are not limited to, standing and walking 100 % of the time, lifting, pushing, pulling, bending, twisting, climbing stairs, step stool, and ladder, and manual dexterity
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Qualifications

Minimum

• Possess high school degree or equivalent
• Effective communication and reading skills
• Have successfully completed the applicable Division’s Leadership Training Program
• Achieve a satisfactory level of technical and professional skills or knowledge in position or related areas
• 3 years of experience and satisfactory performance appraisals as an assistant store leader or in another position within the same pay level or above
• Must be 21 years old
• Experience with supervisory responsibilities
• 3 + years of experience as an assistant store leader
• 3+ years of retail experience
• Financial responsibility, including budget preparation and management

Job Info

• Job Identification 218221
• Job Category Store Operations
• Posting Date 08/13/2026, 10:24 PM
• Locations 500 US Highway 62 W, Princeton, KY, 42445, 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 our 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.