STORE LEADER BENCH

Kroger; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Flexible scheduling

Employee assistance program

Associates discounts

Tuition reimbursement

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Kroger in Blue Ash, OH is seeking a Store Leader to manage daily operations, drive sales and develop store associates. You will lead merchandising and service execution, coach teams and ensure regulatory compliance while upholding Kroger's values in a dynamic retail environment.

The role requires strong leadership, financial acumen and a track record of achieving performance targets. It offers growth opportunities within a nationwide grocery network and competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 3+ years of store leadership or equivalent experience.
• Completed Leadership Essentials Program.

Responsibilities

• Lead store teams to plan, implement and execute merchandising and operations initiatives.
• Identify opportunities with leaders to create action plans and ensure implementation.
• Achieve weekly, period, and annual sales, revenue and profit targets.
• Drive cost-effective sales, reduce shrink and maximize department contributions.
• Discuss budgets, labor and safety targets with leadership teams.

Skills

Store leadership experience

Operational leadership

Team development

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Leadership Essentials Program

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Responsible to make daily assessments of the store's ability to meet/exceed customer expectations for ease of shopping, variety, freshness, cleanliness, food safety and regulatory compliance. Manage the overall day-to-day operations of the store, including training and developing effective store associates to achieve desired sales and profit results. Coach and develop all store associates through both formal and informal interactions. 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 having the store customer ready every day
• Work with store assistant store leaders, department leaders and store associates to identify opportunities in the store, develop timely solutions and create action plans to ensure implementation
• Achieve/exceed weekly, period, and annual sales, revenue and profit budgets, as well as other targeted goals
• Drive cost-effective sales by working with store assistant leaders and department leaders to produce and maximize sales and profits, reduce shrink and improve each store department's contribution
• Discuss store-level financial performance, including developing budgets (e.g., sales, shrink, labor expenses, other expenses) and other targeted goals (e.g., safety) with store assistant leaders and department leaders
• Understand and react to the competitive landscape within the district and store
• Demonstrate inclusionary leadership, expect inclusive behavior from associates and support the efforts of the store, district and division Our Promise teams
• Utilize field Merchandising teams to enable store departments to achieve financial goals and ensure communication, implementation and execution of division marketing plans
• Promote and support strong relationships with local community organizations that the store serves
• Build a proactive and productive relationship with union officials if the store is covered by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA)
• Communicate all necessary information to store associates enabling them to effectively carry out their duties
• Oversee and manage store staffing, retention and turnover reduction
• Provide timely feedback to store associates on individual and department performance
• Manage labor and supply costs daily to meet customer service and financial targets
• Ensure compliance with laws, regulations and division policies
• Achieve and maintain a satisfactory level of technical and professional skills or knowledge in position and/or related areas; keep up with current developments and trends in areas of expertise
• Ensure associates comply with laws and regulations applicable to the company
• Supervise and coach direct reports on the performance of their duties; complete performance reviews and provide feedback to direct reports
• Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation

Qualifications

Minimum

• High School Diploma or GED
• 3+ years of experience and satisfactory performance appraisals as an assistant store leader or in another position at the same pay level or above
• Successful completion of the applicable division's Leadership Essentials Program

Desired

• Bachelor's Degree
• Any experience overseeing financial responsibilities, including budget preparation and management
• 3+ years of retail experience
• 3+ years of experience as an assistant store leader
• Any supervisory experience

Job Info

• Job Identification 224047
• Job Category Store Operations
• Posting Date 08/28/2026, 07:13 PM
• Locations 11310 Cornell Park Dr, Blue Ash, OH, 45242, US

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.