Ale Assistant Manager ($21.35 - $25.35)

Department: FM ALE

Post End Date

Position Type: Employee

Position Reports To: ALE Manager

Position Supervises: N/A

Pay Level: N/A- hourly

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Position Summary

Assist in the management of the Apparel department by maximizing all financial opportunities and assuming management responsibilities in the manager’s absence. Demonstrate the company’s core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.

Essential Job Functions

• Coordinate/organize merchandising of the department floor
• Respond to customers’ verbal comments/complaints/requests
• Assist in the inventory process and perform clerk duties
• Maintain awareness of overstock/understock conditions and review daily/weekly sales
• Audit written distribution center returns and returns to suppliers and review Intersection Transfer reports and Callback/Return to Vendor (RTV) reporting in the manager’s absence
• Implement period Merchandising bulletins, period Point of Sale (POS), common lobby plans, and period planners
• Maintain compliance with corporate and divisional signing, planograms, ticketing, recovery, merchandising, fixtures usage and maintenance standards, folding/hanging and stockroom standards
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation
• Verify pricing accuracy and follow up on price changes
• Coach associates in the performance of their duties; provide feedback to direct reports and provide feedback to the manager for performance reviews
• Complete daily tours
• 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” values
• Model “Customer 1 st ” behavior; deliver and encourage other associates to deliver excellent customer service
• Complete customer and associate incident/accident report forms
• Plan ads/store events and complete daily tours in the manager’s absence
• Implement period promotions and point-of-sale plans, period merchandise notes, and period planners, and manage planograms and merchandising of the department in the manager’s absence
• Maintain compliance with corporate policies and safety guidelines, labor agreements, freight receiving/stocking standards, Replenishment Management System (RMS) updates/procedures and shrink control guidelines
• Authorize any manager discretion markdowns and audit scan audits
• Promote and follow company initiatives
• Manage maintenance/repair needs
• Audit ads, salvage procedures, callbacks and recalls

Minimum Position Qualifications/Education:

• Familiarity with industry/technical terms and processes
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to organize/prioritize tasks/projects
• Maintain confidentiality
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Accuracy/attention to detail

Desired Previous Job Experience/Education:

• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Report Management and Distribution System (RMDS) and current company email
• Experience directing/participating on project teams
• Knowledge of Fred Meyer policies, procedures and organizational structure
• BA/BS in business or related field
• Management experience
• CPR/first aid certification

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

• Paid time off such as vacation, sick leave, and parental leave
• Health care benefits
• Mental and emotional support resources through our Employee Assistance Program

Financial Benefits

• Group term life insurance eligible
• Eligible for an annual bonus based upon company performance
• Participation in a 401(k) plan, subject to certain eligibility requirements
• Associate discounts

Growth And Development Benefits

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

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!

Education Level: High School Diploma/ GED Required

Required Travel: None

Required Certifications/Licenses: Driver's License

Regions: West

States: Washington

Keywords: Apparel Assistant Manager