Kinder's Premium Quality Seasonings & Sauces · 7 hours ago
Support Specialist (Kroger), Sales Operations
Cincinnati, OH
Contract
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
$90K/yr - $105K/yr
2+ years expKinder's Premium Quality Seasonings & Sauces is a rapidly growing company known for its flavorful products sold nationwide. The Kroger Support Specialist will ensure accurate execution of trade promotions and new item launches, managing submissions and maintaining data integrity.
Food and BeverageFood ProcessingManufacturingRestaurants
Responsibilities
Complete and submit new item paperwork, contracts, and forms on time, diligently tracking deadlines to prevent delays in launches or promotions
Prepare and submit DSD deal sheets, MAPS forms, Mega events, 5X Digital events, 84.51 LCM and My Magazine events
Complete the Kroger Sales Plan Template for six commodities across 13 periods annually
Generate and analyze weekly upcoming promotion reports
Manage Kroger Tradepoint deal submissions
Enter and maintain deal data in Kinder’s TPM across all Pricing Groups
Complete AIF forms for Pricing Groups with potential allocations each period
Pull and review weekly Pricing Reports to verify correct deal execution
Review historical and upcoming deal dates to ensure accuracy and prevent overlap
Partner cross-functionally to ensure internal trade promotion data is approved and reconciled accurately and on-time
Facilitate clear communication between Business Managers, retailers, and cross-functional teams to verify promotional details, ensure accurate retailer execution, and proactively resolve data discrepancies
Investigate deduction issues and collaborate with the deductions team to resolve discrepancies
Act as a steward of deadlines and compliance, ensuring contracts, forms, and submissions are completed accurately and on-time
Assist in identifying process gaps and suggesting ways to streamline workflows
Maintain organized and accurate account records for financial audit purposes
Qualification
Required
2+ years of proven experience working with Kroger sales teams and Kroger-specific systems supporting retail sales and executing promotional events
Proven ability to coordinate activities and serve as a liaison between cross-functional teams
Strong attention to detail with demonstrated success in managing deadlines, high volumes of administrative tasks, and maintaining data integrity
Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, with the ability to analyze, manage, and report on trade promotion data effectively
Preferred
BS/BA degree in Business, Finance, or a related field
Experience with reporting tools (e.g., Power BI) for data extraction and report preparation
Experience with SAP or other ERP systems
Benefits
Medical / Rx
Dental
Vision
401K + Match
Commuter Benefit
EAP
Paid time off
Bonus / incentive eligibility
Equity grants
Competitive health benefits
Parental leave
Company
Kinder's Premium Quality Seasonings & Sauces
Kinder's Premium Quality Seasonings & Sauces produces sauces, seasoning, rub, and marinates.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Jim H.
Co-CEO & Chief Brand Officer, Director
Joe Rainero
CEO
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