Develop effective allocations using the Enterprise Allocator (EA) toolset that maximizes corporate resources in logistics and operations while also maximizing margin and sell through at stores. Develop and follow best practices to ensure that the right products are in the right stores. Work closely with Category Management teams to understand the desired plan for products.
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
Works with both Corporate Brand and National Brand to accurately allocate products
Runs and analyzes past, present and future allocations to identify trends and opportunities for future improvements
Uses post analysis and best practices to improve future performance and effectiveness
Requests data from all external and internal partners to provide complete and detailed analysis of promotions
Develop and present allocations that have the greatest potential to improve sales and margins at the store and division level
Monitors product sales, margins, and store level sell through and report on the effectiveness of the allocations
Fosters and develops a professional consultative relationship with key internal and external stake holders to ensure all inputs are being considered and shared objectives are being met
Provide feedback on the allocation process and recommend opportunities to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the system or future process
Organizes, maintains, produces and distributes forms, reports and other documents as identified by the key stake holders in the assigned class
Establishes schedules and deadlines to keep current and upcoming priorities and deliverables transparent for all key stake holders within the Category Management team
Ensure that all Kroger and PL Marketing processes for sales planning and allocating product are followed
Maintains a flexible approach and schedule to effectively respond to the changing needs of the customer
Must be able to perform essential job function of this position with or without reasonable accommodations
Minimum Position Requirements
4 year degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
Degree in Business or Marketing preferred
Minimum 2 years of experience in the grocery, retailing, merchandising or CPG industry preferred
Proficient in utilizing Microsoft applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook)
Experience working in large data base systems and other web based applications such as Oracle or other SAP system preferred
Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
Experience working in a collaborative team environment
Very strong organizational, analytical and problem solving skills
Highly motivated self-starter who can work with minimal supervision
Ability to effectively craft and deliver a message to senior level executives
Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, prioritize and multi-task
Preferred Experience
A blend of merchandising and data analysis experience
2 years of experience in sales or sales planning preferred
Experience with category sales, marketing, management, product development, negotiations, vendor relations, procurement, distribution, and merchandising preferred
Minimum Physical Abilities
Must be able to:
Remain standing/sitting for several hours at a time.
Lift 10-30 lbs. occasionally.
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 to facilitate the accomplishment of work goals
Building Trust – interacting with Kroger employees, customers and suppliers in a way that gives Kroger Division and Corporate Management confidence in one’s intentions and those of the organization
Communication – clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in the English language
Customer Focus – making Kroger customers and their needs a primary focus of one’s actions; developing and sustaining productive relationships with Kroger employees as well as the suppliers that we represent
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 – working the majority of the time 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
Marketing and Sales
Industries
Food and Beverage Services
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