Assistant Commodity Manager I, Beef at 0620 King Soopers
0620 King Soopers · Cincinnati, United States Of America · Onsite
- Professional
- Office in Cincinnati
Support commodity manager(s) in achieving category strategic and financial objectives. Support coordination of the procurement of commodity items. Maintain specific category and consumer expertise. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety.
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Responsibilities
- Support buying of core commodity items for the entire enterprise
- Assist with assortment strategy and new item introductions
- Assist with suppliers, trade groups and other relationships/communications
- Assist in communication of cost to Replenishment teams
- Assist in developing sales dollar, unit volume and profit goals understanding pertinent government regulations and other industry-related issues (e.g., sustainability)
- Support creation of reviews of category performance vs. goals and other pertinent category information (e.g., consumer trends), including market share and customer metrics
- Support special projects and travel independently as needed
- Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation
- Assist with assortment strategy and new item introductions
- Assist with suppliers, trade groups and other relationships/communications
- Assist in communication of cost to Replenishment teams
- Assist in developing sales dollar, unit volume and profit goals understanding pertinent government regulations and other industry-related issues (e.g., sustainability)
- Support creation of reviews of category performance vs. goals and other pertinent category information (e.g., consumer trends), including market share and customer metrics
- Support special projects and travel independently as needed
- Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation
Qualifications
Minimum
- 2+ years of experience in one of the following areas: replenishment buying/procurement, merchandising, store leadership, operations, or brand management
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Strong organization and multi-tasking skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Excellent oral/written communication skills
Desired
- Bachelor's Degree
- Any experience in promo planning
- Any experience in vendor negotiations
- Any experience in division retail Meat Merchandising or store leadership
- 2+ years of experience in one of the following areas: replenishment buying/procurement, merchandising, store leadership, operations, or brand management
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Strong organization and multi-tasking skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Excellent oral/written communication skills
Desired
- Bachelor's Degree
- Any experience in promo planning
- Any experience in vendor negotiations
- Any experience in division retail Meat Merchandising or store leadership
Company
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.
