ALE Assistant Manager

Company Name: Fred Meyer Position Type: Employee FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Position Summary:

Assist in the management of the Apparel department by maximizing all financial opportunities and assuming management responsibilities in the manager's absence. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.

Essential Job Functions:

• Model “Customer 1st” behavior; deliver and encourage other associates to deliver excellent customer service
• Promote and follow company initiatives
• Coordinate/organize merchandising of the department floor
• Implement period Merchandising bulletins, period 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 and safety guidelines, labor agreements, freight receiving/stocking standards, Replenishment Management System (RMS) updates/procedures and shrink control guidelines
• Plan ads/store events and complete daily tours in the manager's absence
• Implement period promotions and point-of-sale plans, period merchandise notes, and period planners, and manage planograms and merchandising of the department in the manager's absence
• Audit written distribution center returns and returns to suppliers and 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 any manager discretion markdowns and audit scan audits
• Maintain awareness of overstock/understock conditions and review daily/weekly sales
• Complete daily tours
• Respond to customers' verbal comments/complaints/requests
• Manage maintenance/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
• Work with associates to manage all common associate areas (i.e., break rooms and training areas) to make sure they are inviting in appearance and reflect “Our People Are Great” values
• Coach associates in the performance of their duties; provide feedback to direct reports and provide feedback to the manager for performance reviews
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation

Minimum Position Qualifications/Education:

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

Desired Previous Job Experience/Education:

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

Education Level: High School Diploma/ GED Required Required Certifications/Licenses: Driver's License; Other Position Type: Full-Time Shift(s): [[mfield4]] Regions: West

States: Idaho Keywords: Apparel

Jobs at Fred Meyer: Based in Portland, Oregon with over 130 stores throughout Oregon, Washington, Idaho & Alaska, Fred Meyer offers one-stop shopping with store employment opportunities in apparel, home, food, pharmacy and home electronics as well as opportunities in our division office in merchandise and product development, store operations, customer communications, public affairs, food and pharmacy. We are always searching for individuals who share our passion for service, leadership, honesty and diversity. Whether you like working with people, numbers or ideas, you can find a home at Fred Meyer. And with stores and offices across the Pacific Northwest, we have opportunities for talented individuals if you prefer to be closer to the mountains, ocean, or city.

Company Overview: Kroger Family of Companies employs nearly half a million associates who serve over 11 million customers daily through a seamless shopping experience under a variety of banner names. At The Kroger Co., we are Fresh for Everyone™ and dedicated to our Purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit®. We are committed to creating #ZeroHungerZeroWaste communities by 2025. Careers with The Kroger Co. and our family of companies offer competitive wages, flexible schedules, benefits and room for advancement.

Posting Notes: ID || Boise || 5230 W Franklin Rd || 83705 || Fred Meyer || None || Apparel (Fred Meyer) || Employee || Non-Exempt || Full-Time || Driver's License; Other