e-COMMERCE/DEPT LEADER

Manage the overall day-to-day operations of the store’s e-Commerce department to achieve desired sales objectives, goals and budgets. Responsible for staffing the department and developing associates to achieve desired results. Demonstrate the company’s core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety. Responsibilities Ensure that the store e-Commerce department meets/exceeds customer expectations for ease of shopping, variety, freshness and cleanliness Meet the demands of product flow and create schedules according to guidelines Develop associates to meet the productivity standards and certify associates once they meet or exceed goals Confirm that associates are following local, state, and federal laws in addition to all food safety procedures and company guidelines Train associates on all functions and duties of the order selector and customer attendant roles Lead team in the planning, implementation and execution of e-Commerce’s initiatives Achieve/exceed weekly, period, annual sales, wage budgets, and other targeted goals including customer satisfaction leading to repeat sales Assist in the analysis and response to the competitive landscape Ensure orders are filled with products requested or comparable substitute in a timely and effective manner Execute Best Practices to determine appropriate substitutions in the event of an out of stock Follow processes for streamlining collection of orders, products, checkouts and delivery Report inventory issues such as out of stock items to department heads in a timely manner Troubleshoot equipment and devices for e-Commence department Provide feedback to store management team, district manager, field specialist, coordinators and division e-Commerce manager on the effectiveness of operational plans/programs Monitor and control expenses for the department Ensure preventative maintenance is being performed on all equipment in the department Supervise and coach direct reports in the performance of their duties; complete performance reviews and provide feedback to direct reports. Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation. Minimum Qualifications Effective communication skills Strong organizational skills Strong leadership skills Basic knowledge of computers Desired Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent Experience with and knowledge of Point of Sale (POS) Retail Experience Benefits 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Kroger