Kroger Supply Chain

Compensation

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Provide leadership and total management responsibility for the company's Demand Planning function. Direct, develop and lead the analytics and process improvement teams within the Inventory & Replenishment department, and provide oversight for the Replenishment Evolution project. Continuously improve replenishment processes by integrating new methodologies/technologies and adopting industry best practices. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.From one tiny Cincinnati grocery store more than a century ago, we've grown into what today is the nation's largest grocer with nearly 2,800 stores in 35 states operating under 28 different names. As America's grocer, 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 Kroger family! What you'll receive from us: 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 with Goldman Sachs Ayco. • 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. For more information about benefits and eligibility, please visit our Benefits Page ! Minimum • 5+ years' experience in demand planning, forecasting, business process re-engineering or process improvement utilizing Lean/Six Sigma methodology • 5+ years' experience leading a team • 2+ years direct project management experience • Demonstrated competency in developing efficient and effective solutions to diverse and complex business problems • Ability to prioritize and assign work according to business priorities and strategies • Strong analytical and conceptual skills • Understanding of organizational impacts that result from changes in business processes and technologies • Ability to direct the development and documentation of business processes; experience in re-engineering business processes from current state to future state • Ability to escalate issues appropriately and drive them to resolution • Excellent facilitation skills with the ability to drive toward solutions • Ability to maintain a solutions-focused approach Desired • Inventory management • Procurement/Replenishment • Supply Chain • Develop the vision and implementation strategy, and leading all process improvement efforts for the Inventory and Replenishment department (fresh and non-perishables) • Lead and develop the Demand Planning and Process Improvement team • Lead and develop the analytics and process improvement teams for the Inventory and Replenishment department, including hiring, talent management, organizational evolution and compensation planning • Oversee the Replenishment Evolution project • Ensure the organization is using a single high-quality forecast in all of its replenishment processes • Improve the forecast and its application by staying current on the latest industry concepts and technological advancements regarding demand planning • Search for other areas of the business that could benefit from a high quality demand forecast and help ensure proper integration • Ensure departmental strategic projects are properly scoped, prioritized, staffed and delivering stated objectives • Support internal and external partners' project management needs • Ensure best practices are in place for both fresh and non-perishable replenishment procedures, including procedures, systems and software applications • Supervise and coach direct reports in the performance of their duties; complete performance reviews and provide feedback to direct reports • Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation