APPAREL/RELIEF ASST DEPT LEADER

Job Description

Assist with the management of the department, maximize all financial opportunities, and assume the management responsibilities in the absence of the manager and assistant manager. Role model and demonstrate the Company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.

Responsibilities

Sell products to customers; perform cashier functions
Maintain compliance with the following: divisional signing, merchandising, recovery, fixtures usage and maintenance standards, divisional folding/hanging standards, stockroom standards, corporate policies, labor agreements (when applicable), freight receiving and freight stocking standards, and safety guidelines and standards

Verify ads are in stock and perform ad audits
Process and file mail
Maintain compliance with Replenishment Management System (RMS) procedures
Participate in shrink control guidelines and Electronic Article Surveillance (EAS) standards

Maintain awareness of overstock/understock conditions
Follow up on daily tours
Verify daily follow up of Time and Attendance
Maintain awareness of daily sales
Identify and take appropriate action on all maintenance/repair needs
Respond to verbal customer comments/complaints/requests
Complete customer incident and associate incident/accident report forms, when necessary
Process salvage and donations
Complete call backs/verify credits
Access on-line sales information
Process Intersection Transfers
Promote and follow Company initiatives
All store management 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"
Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation

Qualifications

Minimum

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) plus a minimum of six months Fred Meyer experience and one-two years related retail experience; or combination of relevant education and experience.
Minimum 18 years of age/19 years of age in Alaska
Ability to pass drug test
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Ability to work weekends/nights on a regular basis

Ability to travel independently on a rare basis
Maintain confidentiality
Accuracy/attention to detail
Familiarity with industry/technical terms/processes
Ability to work within set time frames and fixed deadlines
Ability to continue education
Valid driver's license

Desired

Knowledge of Fred Meyer policies, procedures, and organizational structure
Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel, Report Management and Distribution System (RMDS), and current Company email
Experience directing/participating on project teams
Working knowledge of alarms, sprinklers, and printers

About Us

Based in Portland, Oregon, Fred Meyer merged with The Kroger Company in 1998. Today, we're proudly serving Fred Meyer customers in over 120 stores throughout Oregon, Washington, Idaho and Alaska.

As part of the Kroger family of companies, 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 Fred Meyer family!

About the Team

The final rate of pay is determined at store level based on prior equivalent work experience.

To support and reward our hardworking and friendly associates, we offer much more than just a paycheck. We strive to feed your future by offering the ingredients you need to create your own recipe for success at work and in life. Our associates receive a full plate of benefits that promote their physical, emotional and financial well-being, including access to competitive health care and retirement benefits, paid time off, mental health resources, associate discounts and opportunities to learn, grow and advance. Our associates also get to help us make a difference in our communities through our Zero Hunger | Zero Waste and Framework for Action: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion plans. Visit the thekrogerco.com to learn more about our work in the communities we serve and how our associates help us be a good neighbor.

Below is a list of some of the benefits we offer our associates.

Health & Well-being Benefits:
Health care benefits
Paid time off such as vacation, sick leave, and parental leave
Mental and emotional support resources through our Employee Assistance Program

Financial Benefits:
Participation in a 401(k) plan and/or participation in a Taft-Hartley pension fund, subject to certain eligibility requirements
Group term life insurance eligible, depending on varying criteria by location and subject to certain eligibility requirements
Associate discounts

Growth and Development Benefits:
Tuition assistance, college scholarships and educational leave of absence, depending on varying criteria by location and subject to certain eligibility requirements
Robust internal training and development resources to grow your career

We want the best for associates and our customers, and together, we strive to create a welcoming and engaging environment where you'll love to work. If you are interested in becoming a valued member of our team, apply now. We look forward to getting to know you!
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