King Soopers/City Market · 2 days ago
OPERATIONS/FIELD SPECIALIST
King Soopers is a grocery store chain that is part of the Kroger Family of Companies, proudly serving customers throughout Colorado and Wyoming. The Operations/Field Specialist is responsible for assessing store operations to enhance customer satisfaction, collaborating with various departments to implement operational plans, and identifying opportunities for improvement in sales and safety.
Food ProcessingRetail
Responsibilities
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 and liaison with Retail Operations and Front-End/KPF Manager to provide feedback on the effectiveness of the Enterprise operational plans/programs, systems and/or application opportunities
Partner with Asset Protection, KPF & AML Compliance, Division KTM and Division KSM to achieve Front-End goals
Coordinate division rollout and training for all Front-End solutions
Work with store management to identify store opportunities, analyze reports and make recommendations to improve sales, shrink, safety, profit and the customers shopping experience
Demonstrate the company s core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety
Analyze store operations data to identify opportunities and work with retail operations department/ store leaders to take corrective action
Assist district managers in monitoring/troubleshooting issues affected by various applications
Ensure implementation of division marketing plan and operation initiatives to improve overall customer experience
Discuss store and department financial performance (sales, shrink, labor expenses, etc.) and other targeted goals with district manager and store leaders
Ensure the effective implementation of technologies and upgrade releases and the use of systems
Assist and monitor the installation, training, and follow-up of new equipment and/or work methods via coordinators
Partner with district managers/ store leadership to ensure stores operate within the expense goals
Review operational measures (reports, scorecards) with store leaders and district managers
Monitor competitive situations and significant activities
Provide feedback to Retail Operations manager, district managers, and store leaders on the strengths and developmental opportunities of associates in the Front-End departments and ensure training and transition as required of new department managers
Ensure compliance with federal, state and local laws, and company policies and standards on applications and/or programs
Monitor and support Food Safety, Safety and Sanitation best practices
Conduct annual Anti-Money Laundering audit for assigned stores
Travel to various store locations to provide necessary support
Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation
Qualification
Required
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Ability to recognize and protect highly confidential information
Ability to learn and enhance knowledge and skills in various job related areas
Proven success facilitating meetings varying in size and scope
Experience successfully identifying, adopting and leading change initiatives
Strong analytical, conflict management and problem resolution skills
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with committees and peer groups
Strong skills in leadership, interpersonal relationship building and the development of others
Excellent oral/written communication skills
Analyze store operations data to identify opportunities and work with retail operations department/ store leaders to take corrective action
Assist district managers in monitoring/troubleshooting issues affected by various applications
Partner with Asset Protection, KPF & Anti Money Laundering, Compliance, Division KTM and Division KSM to achieve Front-End goals
Ensure implementation of division marketing plan and operation initiatives to improve overall customer experience
Discuss store and department financial performance (sales, shrink, labor expenses, etc.) and other targeted goals with district manager and store leaders
Ensure the effective implementation of technologies and upgrade releases and the use of systems
Assist and monitor the installation, training, and follow-up of new equipment and/or work methods via coordinators
Partner with district managers/ store leadership to ensure stores operate within the expense goals
Review operational measures (reports, scorecards) with store leaders and district managers
Monitor competitive situations and significant activities
Provide feedback to Retail Operations manager, district managers, and store leaders on the strengths and developmental opportunities of associates in the Front-End departments and ensure training and transition as required of new department managers
Ensure compliance with federal, state and local laws, and company policies and standards on applications and/or programs
Monitor and support Food Safety, Safety and Sanitation best practices
Conduct annual Anti-Money Laundering audit for assigned stores
Travel to various store locations to provide necessary support
Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation
Preferred
Training curriculum facilitation certifications
Benefits
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.
Company
King Soopers/City Market
King Soopers & City Market is Colorado's largest, full-service retail grocery chain. Our roots began in Colorado.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageRecent News
2025-12-19
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2025-08-26
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