Project Manager, Business Management, Business Analyst

Position Summary

Assist the Our Brands Project Manager in product development & OB category business plans to deliver results within established timelines. Support the overall new item process, including sourcing for cuttings and data entry. Professionally represent PLM and its suppliers to Kroger, facilitating communications with numerous suppliers/vendors/internal PLM team members.

• This hybrid position requires working in our Corporate Office at least two days per week based on your team’s schedule.
• Support the Our Brands Project Managers throughout the New Item Process.
• Effectively communicate with key stakeholders including OB leadership, Merchandising, Manufacturing, and Suppliers.
• Help the CSM lead the commercialization of projects as identified within business plans, while supporting Project Tracker.
• Execute new item setup and supplier communication in collaboration with ASP, PCOE, and Merchandising Teams.
• Communicate relevant project details with division support.
• Assist CSM with delivering a total product experience that meets category and customer expectations.
• Be a positive champion for OB’s mission, vision and goals, driving strategic thinking to communicate our OB vision across the enterprise.

• 4-year degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Degree in Business Marketing, Operations, Supply Chain, or Economics preferred.
• 2+ years of retail grocery experience preferred.
• Understanding of Corporate Brands and their role in Kroger’s strategy preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Capacity to learn multiple computer systems and web‑based applications.
• Strong organizational and teamwork skills.
• Capability to collaborate with others and contribute effectively to a team.
• Expert organizational, analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of an audience from senior level executives to administrative support.
• Highly motivated self‑starter who can work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, prioritize and multi‑task.

• Must be able to remain standing/sitting for several hours at a time.
• Lift 10-15 lbs. occasionally.

• A blend of grocery merchandising and data analysis experience.
• Minimum of 2 years’ grocery experience in a merchandising capacity.

• 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.
• Leadership – ability to recognize and provide training opportunities; give clear direction to…