STR MGMT/STORE LEADER- LEVEL 77S

Kroger; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible scheduling

Employee discounts

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

The Kroger Family of Companies is seeking a dedicated Store Leader to manage daily operations at our Denver location. You will train and develop store associates to achieve sales and profit targets, while upholding core values of respect, integrity and safety.

You will lead merchandising and operational initiatives, drive budget planning, and ensure compliance with regulations. This role emphasizes inclusive leadership, community engagement, and cost control to deliver exceptional customer

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 3+ years of experience as an assistant store leader or equivalent at same or higher pay level.
• Leadership Essentials Program completed.

Responsibilities

• Lead store teams in planning, implementation and execution of merchandising and operational initiatives to keep the store customer ready daily.
• Identify opportunities with leaders to develop timely solutions and action plans for implementation.
• Achieve and exceed weekly, period, and annual sales, revenue and profit budgets and other targets.
• Drive cost-effective sales by maximizing profits, reducing shrink and improving department contributions.
• Discuss store financial performance and budgets with leadership teams.
• Foster inclusion and support the store and district teams through strong leadership.
• Coordinate with field Merchandising to align division marketing plans with store execution.
• Build relationships with local community organizations the store serves.
• Ensure timely communication to associates and manage staffing, retention and turnover.

Skills

Leadership

Team development

Budget management

Retail operations

Education

High School Diploma or GED

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 227624
• Job Category Store Operations
• Posting Date 09/08/2026, 08:55 PM
• Locations 65 Tejon St, Denver, CO, 80223, 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.