DAIRY/LEAD CLERK

Kroger - Westchester, IL

- Entry Level

Westchester, IL

Food and Beverage Retailers

About the position

Plan, organize, train and direct Grocery Clerks; perform production and customer service functions; maximize store sales and profits. Role model and demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety of others. Based in Illinois, Mariano's merged with The Kroger Company in 2015. Today, we're proudly serving Mariano's customers in over 40 stores throughout the Chicago Metro area. 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 Mariano's family!

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, train and direct Grocery Clerks
• Perform production and customer service functions
• Maximize store sales and profits
• Role model and demonstrate the company's core values
• Manage people and organize workloads
• Make intelligent decisions quickly
• Multi-task and set priorities
• Work with all levels of the organization
• Handle stressful situations calmly and positively
• Operate power machinery and work with various job tools
• Maintain proper signage, product rotation, freshness, quantity, quality and proper space allocation for merchandise
• Engage and counsel associates in effective merchandising techniques and customer service
• Implement company programs and adhere to company policies
• Provide input on department budgets, goals and results
• Communicate and interact with associates and customers
• Maintain equipment and facilities properly and safely
• Assist on special projects such as periodic inventories and store resets
• Supervise and coach direct reports in the performance of their duties

Requirements

• Willing to work weekends and holidays
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrate aptitude to manage people and organize workloads
• Ability to make intelligent decisions quickly
• Ability to multi-task and set priorities
• Personal initiative and follow through to completion
• Ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
• Qualified and able to operate power machinery and work with various job tools
• Understanding key components of department operations
• Able to tactfully and calmly handle stressful situations
• Possess abilities and skills for effective production, merchandising, and customer services

Nice-to-haves

• Past work record reflects dependability and integrity
• Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations related to employment practices and safety
• Must be able to work with various cleaning solutions and safely use sharp tools
• Organize work, train and schedule associates
• Respond appropriately to customer or associate comments, complaints, requests, and questions
• Use Computer Assisted Ordering to manage ordering appropriate quantities of merchandise
• Perform and direct others in pricing and displaying of merchandise
• Maintain accurately updated department temperature logs
• Assist on special projects such as periodic inventories and store resets

Benefits

• A wide range of healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage
• Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles with paid time off
• Emotional and financial support with free counseling through Employee Assistance Program
• Valuable associate discounts on purchases
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career
• Vast potential for growth through training programs and diverse career pathways