Kroger
District 3 GROCERY MDSG/CENTER STORE FIELD SPECIALIST
Kroger, Clarksville, Tennessee, United States, 37040
District 3 GROCERY MDSG/CENTER STORE FIELD SPECIALIST
Clarksville, TN, United States (On-site)
Job Description Assess each store's ability to exceed customer expectations for ease of shopping, service, variety, freshness, cleanliness, food safety and regulatory conditions. Serve as the subject matter expert in Center store departments and liaison along with Grocery and Drug/GM Merchandisers to provide feedback on the effectiveness of the merchandising or operational plans/programs as well as local needs and products. Focus on teaching and coaching the Merchandising plan and upskilling associates in stores. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.
Responsibilities
Share merchandising plans with store leadership, associates and field specialist through frequent and timely store visits
Instruct and train store associates in the proper use of store’s display space and special/seasonal merchandising techniques
Instruct and train department leaders on writing good schedules and orders and understands consequences of ineffective schedules and orders
Instruct and train store department leaders in proper ordering, execution of the sales plan, implementation and development of product mix to support consistent sales, and tonnage growth
Ensure that required division methods of handling, receiving, storing, conditioning, pricing, stocking, and rotating merchandise are implemented at store level
Ensure implementation and execution of merchandising and operational plans as directed by applicable division department and understands impact of ordering & inventory
Collaborate with department leaders, store leadership and district managers in the achievement of shrink goals
Ensure store compliance with federal, state, and local laws, and with enterprise/division policy; ensure adherence to division standards on applicable commodities and departments
Maintain and support all food safety and sanitation best practices
Work with store associates in the promotion of safety and shared responsibility for the achievement of a zero-accident safety culture
Assist in the effective implementation of technologies and use of systems (e.g., computer assisted ordering (CAO))
Maintain awareness of competitive situations and monitor/report significant programs or activities to Division Field Merchandiser
Provide feedback to store leader/district manager on strengths and developmental opportunities of associates in Grocery and Drug GM departments
Provide input concerning promotability/selection of store department leaders and assistant department leaders to district managers and field merchandisers and assist in the training for/transition of the new department leaders
Work with appropriate HR resources and store teams to ensure the effective use of training programs and assist in the training
Ability to work cooperatively in high paced and sometimes stressful environment
Ability to manage conflict in a reasonable, nonconfrontational and cooperative manner
Ability to act with honesty and integrity regarding customer and business information
Ability to follow directions and seek assistance when necessary to resolve customer and business issues
Provide support and assistance through direct interaction with minors, individuals with special needs, and/or older adults
Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation
Qualifications MINIMUM
2+ years of store leadership experience
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Ability to take prompt action to accomplish objectives
Strong leadership skills
DESIRED
Bachelor's Degree
Any assistant store leader experience
Any experience as department leader in Drug GM and/or Grocery
Job Info
Job Identification 170116
Job Category Category Management/Merchandising
Posting Date 01/08/2026, 07:14 PM
Locations 2015 Needmore Rd, Clarksville, TN, 37042, US (On-site)
Benefits The Kroger Family of Companies offers comprehensive benefits to support your Associate Well-Being, including Physical, Emotional, Financial and more. We'll help you thrive, with access to:
A wide range of healthcare coverage, including affordable, comprehensive medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, through company plans or collective bargaining agreement plans.
Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles with paid time off, including holiday and sick pay based on eligibility and length of service.
Emotional and financial support with free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program and free, confidential financial tools and coaching.
Valuable associate discounts on purchases, including food, travel, technology and so much more.
Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career, through our industry-leading Continuing Education program.
Vast potential for growth, through an abundance of industry-leading training programs and diverse career pathways.
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Job Description Assess each store's ability to exceed customer expectations for ease of shopping, service, variety, freshness, cleanliness, food safety and regulatory conditions. Serve as the subject matter expert in Center store departments and liaison along with Grocery and Drug/GM Merchandisers to provide feedback on the effectiveness of the merchandising or operational plans/programs as well as local needs and products. Focus on teaching and coaching the Merchandising plan and upskilling associates in stores. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.
Responsibilities
Share merchandising plans with store leadership, associates and field specialist through frequent and timely store visits
Instruct and train store associates in the proper use of store’s display space and special/seasonal merchandising techniques
Instruct and train department leaders on writing good schedules and orders and understands consequences of ineffective schedules and orders
Instruct and train store department leaders in proper ordering, execution of the sales plan, implementation and development of product mix to support consistent sales, and tonnage growth
Ensure that required division methods of handling, receiving, storing, conditioning, pricing, stocking, and rotating merchandise are implemented at store level
Ensure implementation and execution of merchandising and operational plans as directed by applicable division department and understands impact of ordering & inventory
Collaborate with department leaders, store leadership and district managers in the achievement of shrink goals
Ensure store compliance with federal, state, and local laws, and with enterprise/division policy; ensure adherence to division standards on applicable commodities and departments
Maintain and support all food safety and sanitation best practices
Work with store associates in the promotion of safety and shared responsibility for the achievement of a zero-accident safety culture
Assist in the effective implementation of technologies and use of systems (e.g., computer assisted ordering (CAO))
Maintain awareness of competitive situations and monitor/report significant programs or activities to Division Field Merchandiser
Provide feedback to store leader/district manager on strengths and developmental opportunities of associates in Grocery and Drug GM departments
Provide input concerning promotability/selection of store department leaders and assistant department leaders to district managers and field merchandisers and assist in the training for/transition of the new department leaders
Work with appropriate HR resources and store teams to ensure the effective use of training programs and assist in the training
Ability to work cooperatively in high paced and sometimes stressful environment
Ability to manage conflict in a reasonable, nonconfrontational and cooperative manner
Ability to act with honesty and integrity regarding customer and business information
Ability to follow directions and seek assistance when necessary to resolve customer and business issues
Provide support and assistance through direct interaction with minors, individuals with special needs, and/or older adults
Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation
Qualifications MINIMUM
2+ years of store leadership experience
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Ability to take prompt action to accomplish objectives
Strong leadership skills
DESIRED
Bachelor's Degree
Any assistant store leader experience
Any experience as department leader in Drug GM and/or Grocery
Job Info
Job Identification 170116
Job Category Category Management/Merchandising
Posting Date 01/08/2026, 07:14 PM
Locations 2015 Needmore Rd, Clarksville, TN, 37042, US (On-site)
Benefits The Kroger Family of Companies offers comprehensive benefits to support your Associate Well-Being, including Physical, Emotional, Financial and more. We'll help you thrive, with access to:
A wide range of healthcare coverage, including affordable, comprehensive medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, through company plans or collective bargaining agreement plans.
Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles with paid time off, including holiday and sick pay based on eligibility and length of service.
Emotional and financial support with free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program and free, confidential financial tools and coaching.
Valuable associate discounts on purchases, including food, travel, technology and so much more.
Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career, through our industry-leading Continuing Education program.
Vast potential for growth, through an abundance of industry-leading training programs and diverse career pathways.
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