STORE MGT/ASSOCIATE RESOURCE MGR

Kroger Mountain View Foods; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Kroger Mountain View Foods is seeking a Human Resources professional to handle key HR functions in-store, including recruitment, training, and employee relations. As part of a diverse and dynamic team, you will support the store's operations and engage with associates to enhance their work experience. The role demands strong communication skills and a commitment to uphold the company's values.

Benefits

Healthcare benefits

Flexible scheduling

Tuition reimbursement

Associate discounts

Growth opportunities

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Retail supervisory experience preferred.
• Human resources knowledge is essential.

Responsibilities

• Recruit quality candidates and ensure adequate staffing.
• Support training and development of staff.
• Oversee onboarding activities for new hires.

Skills

Customer service aptitude

Strong communication skills

Ability to handle tasks outside of expertise

Ability to achieve objectives through others

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate or Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Perform all in-store Human Resources functions related to talent development, total rewards administration, associate engagement, associate relations, and workforce planning. Provide overall store leadership on a limited, as-needed basis. Role model and demonstrate the company’s core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety of others.

Responsibilities

Essential Job Functions:
• Actively and passively recruit quality candidates to fill store level positions.
• Ensure adequate staffing to meet current and projected business needs.
• Effectively use available technologies to track, support, and assist with performance management initiatives.
• Process product recalls.
• Conduct global price comparisons per division guidelines.
• Support the training and development of staff through required programs.
• Support and oversee qualification processes for classified positions.
• Ensure completion of performance reviews for department heads and new-hire associates.
• Utilize knowledge of company total reward programs to educate store associates about their total rewards.
• Coordinate engagement activities reaching all store associates in all departments.
• Support the creation and implementation of Associate Insight action plans.
• Advise supervisors of significant events affecting store associates.
• Champion in-store communications such as newsletters, updates, Associate Avenue, huddles, etc.
• Assist in the execution of store special events including fundraisers.
• Support the store Cultural Council and related activities.
• Implement and support associate rewards and recognition programs.
• Conduct job interviews, including exit interviews.
• Oversee onboarding activities for new hires, including orientation.
• Understand and comply with collective bargaining agreements.
• Provide management oversight of human resource operational metrics.
• Ensure compliance with company uniform policies and programs.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Secure and maintain employee records according to policies and regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Must be able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Qualifications

Desired Previous Job Experience:
• Associate or Bachelor’s Degree.
• Retail supervisory experience.
• Experience projecting hiring needs strategically.
• Strong human resources knowledge.
• Knowledge of state and federal labor laws.
Minimum Position Qualifications:
• High school diploma or GED.
• Experience in human resources activities.
• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Ability to handle tasks outside of expertise.
• Strong communication skills.
• Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to achieve objectives through others.
• Customer service aptitude.
• Ability to travel independently as required.

Job Info

• Job Identification: 131756
• Category: Store Operations
• Posting Date: 06/24/2025, 05:03 PM
• Location: 4915A Dixie Highway, Louisville, KY, 40216, US (On-site)

The Kroger Family of Companies offers comprehensive benefits including healthcare, flexible scheduling, emotional and financial support, associate discounts, tuition reimbursement, and growth opportunities.

From a small Cincinnati grocery store over a century ago, Kroger has grown into the nation’s largest grocer with nearly 2,800 stores across 35 states. We take pride in our diverse teams and our mission to "Feed the Human Spirit." We are committed to creating positive experiences for customers, communities, and employees. Join us to be part of our Kroger family and explore a new career or part-time opportunity!