STORE MGT/ASSOCIATE RESOURCE MGR

Kroger-54356a7; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Flexible scheduling

Paid time off

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Kroger in Louisville, KY is seeking an in-store Human Resources partner to manage talent development, total rewards administration, associate engagement, and workforce planning. Provide store leadership on an as-needed basis and model the company values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity and safety of others.

Responsibilities include recruiting, staffing, performance management, training, onboarding, and applying total rewards education.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate or Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Experience in Human Resources related activities.

Responsibilities

• Recruit quality candidates to fill store level positions.
• Ensure adequate staffing to meet business needs.
• Support performance management initiatives.
• Coordinate associate engagement activities and training.
• Oversee onboarding and new hire orientation.
• Understand and comply with collective bargaining agreements.
• Maintain confidential employee records.

Skills

HR knowledge

Labor law knowledge

Communication skills

Customer service aptitude

Education

Associate Degree

Bachelor’s Degree

High School Diploma or GED

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 companys 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 departments heads and new-hire associates
• Utilize knowledge of company total reward programs for all store-level associates to provide education to associates about their total rewards.
• Coordinate engagement activities reaching all store associates in all departments
• Actively support creation and implementation of Associate Insight action plans
• Advise supervisor 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 associated activities.
• Implement and/or support associate rewards and recognition programs
• Conduct job interviews, including exit interviews
• Oversee new hire associates onboarding activities, including conducting new hire orientation.
• Understand and comply with the collective bargaining agreements
• Provide management oversight of human resource operational metrics
• Ensure compliance with Company uniform policies and programs
• Maintain confidentiality
• Secure and maintain all employee records in accordance to company policies and governmental regulations
• Perform other duties, as assigned
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation

Qualifications

• Desired Previous Job Experience:
• Associate or Bachelors Degree
• Retail Supervisory Experience
• Experience in strategically projecting hiring needs in each department
• Strong Human Resources Knowledge
• Strong knowledge of state and federal labor laws

• Minimum Position Qualifications:
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Previous experience in Human Resources related activities
• Intermediate proficiency of Microsoft Office including Excel, Word, Power Point, Outlook
• Ability to take on tasks outside of expertise
• Strong Oral and Written Communication skills
• Ability to work nights, weekends and holidays.
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment
• Ability to achieve objectives through others
• Aptitude for Customer Service
• Ability to travel independently, as required.

Job Info

• Job Identification 220037
• Job Category Store Operations
• Posting Date 08/18/2026, 07:21 PM
• Locations 1600 Ormsby Station Ct, Louisville, KY, 40223, 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.