APPAREL/ASST DEPT LEADER

Based in Portland, Oregon, Fred Meyer merged with The Kroger Company in 1998. Today, we're proudly serving customers in over 120 stores throughout Oregon, Washington, Idaho and Alaska. As part of the Kroger family of companies, we bring diverse teams with a passion for food and people together with one common purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and encourage excellent customer service
• Promote and follow company initiatives
• Coordinate and organize merchandising of the department floor
• Implement period Merchandising bulletins, Point of Sale (POS), common lobby plans, and period planners
• Maintain compliance with corporate and divisional signing, planograms, ticketing, recovery, merchandising, fixtures usage and maintenance standards, folding/hanging, and stockroom standards
• Maintain compliance with corporate policies, safety guidelines, labor agreements, freight receiving/stocking standards, Replenishment Management System (RMS) updates/procedures, and shrink control guidelines
• Plan ads and store events; complete daily tours in the manager's absence
• Implement period promotions, point-of-sale plans, period merchandise notes, and manage planograms and merchandising of the department in the manager's absence
• Audit written distribution center returns and returns to suppliers; review Intersection Transfer reports and Callback/Return to Vendor (RTV) reporting in the manager's absence
• Verify pricing accuracy and follow up on price changes
• Authorize manager discretion markdowns and audit scan audits
• Maintain awareness of overstock/understock conditions and review daily/weekly sales
• Respond to customers' verbal comments, complaints, and requests
• Manage maintenance and repair needs
• Complete customer and associate incident/accident report forms
• Audit ads, salvage procedures, callbacks, and recalls
• Assist in the inventory process and perform clerk duties
• Manage all common associate areas (e.g., break rooms and training areas) to ensure they are inviting and reflect company values
• Coach associates in the performance of their duties; provide feedback to direct reports and the manager for performance reviews

Requirements

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Maintain confidentiality
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to organize and prioritize tasks/projects
• Familiarity with industry/technical terms and processes

Qualifications

• BA/BS in business or related field (desired)
• Knowledge of company policies, procedures, and organizational structure (desired)
• Management experience (desired)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Report Management and Distribution System (RMDS), and current company email (desired)
• CPR/first aid certification (desired)
• Experience directing or participating on a project team (desired)

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, vision, and prescription 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
• Free counseling through the Employee Assistance Program
• Free, confidential financial tools and coaching with Goldman Sachs Ayco
• Valuable associate discounts on purchases, including food, travel, and technology
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career through the Continuing Education program
• Industry-leading training programs and diverse career pathways for growth