The Digital Merchandising Administrative Support Professionals are responsible for the ongoing support of vendor onboarding and gathering item setup information for various Kroger systems and processes.
Essential Job Functions
This hybrid position will be required to work in our Corporate Office at least one half day per week based on your team’s schedule
Ensure all items complete set up processes within appropriate systems supporting the digital presentation of products at the Kroger Company. This includes but not limited to:
Item Validation
Vendor Setup documentation
Set operational attributes to support item selection process
Communication and support for Kroger, Suppliers and PL Marketing team members
Business Process Functions:
Create/update Microsoft Office documents/spreadsheets
Create/update common files for use in reports
Assist in providing support for our internal databases
Prepare and distribute weekly, period and quarterly reports
Update various team SharePoint sites to track item progress throughout process
Coordinate efforts with multiple departments and Kroger suppliers as necessary
Must be able to perform essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodations
Minimum Position Qualifications
High school diploma or GED equivalent (college is desirable)
Ability to read, write and communicate fluently in the English language
Knowledge of internet, email and web based applications
Must have strong Microsoft application skills, specifically proficient with editing and creating Excel spreadsheets, and the ability to learn new programs
Adapt to advancing technology
Ability to recognize and set priorities
Exceptional organizational skills
Skill and diplomacy in dealing with people
Able to interact effectively with all of the cross-functional teams to accomplish common goals
Ability to work independently and with limited supervision
Experience handling customer inquiries and issues
Minimum Physical Abilities
Must be able to:
remain standing/sitting for several hours at a time
have unlimited manual dexterity
lift 10-15 lbs. occasionally
Desired Previous Job Experience
Administrative support position in office environment
Retail or grocery experience
Competencies/Skills
Some of the Competencies/Skills required to successfully perform this position are:
Adaptability – maintaining effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work tasks or the work environment; adjusting effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements or cultures
Building Strategic Working Relationships – developing and using collaborative relationships with Merchandising Managers, Account Managers, Analysts, ASP’s, Vendors, CCM Teams and Category Managers to facilitate the accomplishment of work goals
Building Trust – interacting with Kroger suppliers and employees in a way that gives Kroger Management confidence in one’s intentions and those of the organization
Communication – clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to Kroger and P.L. Marketing in the English language
Decision Making – identifying and understanding issues, problems and opportunities; comparing data from different sources to draw conclusions; using effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions; taking action that is consistent with available facts, constraints and probable consequences
Inclusion – appreciating and leveraging the capabilities, insights and ideas of all individuals; working effectively with individuals of diverse style, ability and motivation for a direct effect on business results
Initiating Action – taking prompt action to accomplish objectives; taking action to achieve goals beyond what is required; being proactive; generating innovative solutions in work situations
Self-Starter/Organizational Skills – able to work without direct supervision; prioritizing, organizing and completing workload accurately within allotted time period
Work Standards – setting high standards of performance for self and others; assuming responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments or tasks; self-imposing standards of excellence rather than having standards imposed
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Administrative
Industries
Food and Beverage Services
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