Business Specialist at Kroger Corporate in Cincinnati, Ohio

Job Description:

Responsible for the day-to-day management of best practices development and implementation. Work as part of a team to identify opportunities, define processes, develop communication and training materials and guide company-wide rollout of solutions. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.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. Apply today to become part of our Kroger family!

What you'll receive from 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 with Goldman Sachs Ayco.
• 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.

For more information about benefits and eligibility, please visit our Benefits Page ! Minimum
- 2+ years retail store management or merchandising experience
- Demonstrated initiative and leadership skills
- Ability to create and adopt new ways of approaching tasks and processes
- Ability to travel independently (<75> - Ability to work overnight/unusual hours to perform in-store tasks
- Knowledge of in-store activities, including observations, performance measurements and summarizing observations
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office and computer skills
- Ability to effectively lead associates to achieve objectives
- Effective written and oral communication skills
- Ability to delve into new areas and facilitate change across the company
- Knowledge of financials
- Strong analytical skills
- Ability to prioritize tasks, resources and schedules
- Highly organized and proficient at multi-tasking

Desired
- Knowledge of store operations and/or business knowledge in the department assigned
- Experience as a district coordinator- Develop best practices that will involve working with district/store associates, divisions and administrative departments on solutions that will enhance the customer shopping experience
- Improve and simplify our associates' work experience, deliver financial benefits and standardize best practices across the company
- Ensure rollouts and solutions support and align with the Customer 1st strategy
- Create best practices, management capabilities and processes that sustain continuous improvement
- Assist with the collaboration of Corporate Merchandising/Freshness & Standards leaders, division Merchandising and Operations leaders on process change solutions
- Perform selected/required key analysis as needed
- Travel to divisions and stores to develop best practices and implementation
- Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation

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