Company Name: Kroger Logistics
Position Type: Employee
FLSA Status: Exempt

Position Summary:

Responsible for replenishment of assigned vendors/items, and primary point of contact for fresh department replenishment through designated distribution centers (DCs). Monitor shipments and inventory, communicate with divisions and suppliers, and generate purchase orders to optimize DC service levels, days of supply, aged inventory, and store in-stock. Demonstrate the company’s core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.

Essential Job Functions:

• Manage and coordinate communications; be the central point of contact for DCs, departments, divisions, suppliers, etc.
• Keep merchandisers informed of relevant market conditions, cost fluctuations, prorates, new items, seasonal info, etc.
• Monitor inventory for assigned vendors/items at designated DCs
• Write POs for designated vendors (turn and promotional)
• Perform accounting research and validate PO costs and contracts to ensure correct billing
• Replenish any new items based on the reset schedules
• Manage the flow of product on any pack changes, bonus packs, and discontinued items.
• Review division ad and display plans
• Share critical metrics with divisions, DCs, and departments (e.g., aged and excess inventory, days of supply, and service levels)
• Receive and manage Quality Assurance (QA) information to maintain fresh, sellable product in the warehouses
• Meet with vendors to discuss major upcoming promotions and new items
• Review forecasts for turn, ad, and display merchandise and collaborate to improve
• Partner with Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) analysts and ensure third parties receive accurate forecasts
• Coordinate arrival of product and warehouse turnover in accordance with retail store needs, sound inventory control, and warehouse delivery schedules; manage delivery rescheduling
• Communicate with warehouse receivers, inspectors and the Regional Accounting Service Center (RASC)
• Communicate with all suppliers to promote accuracy/efficiency of the ordering process, the completeness of shipments, and on-time deliveries; notify vendors of replenishment needs for manufacturing planning
• Identify promo DSD opportunities
• Conduct regular store order reviews
• Allocate product as needed, coach / mentor other buyers with regard to best practices for fresh replenishment
• Maintain flexibility to work any shift, including weekends and holidays when needed
• Maintain flexibility to travel to divisions on an occasional basis
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation

Minimum Position Qualifications:

• 3+ years’ experience as either replenishment/procurement buyer, division sales manager or store coordinator
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Strong organization and multi-tasking skills
• Ability to communicate effectively in written and verbal form
• Knowledge of procurement systems

Desired Previous Job Experience/Education:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Replenishment buying products with high complexity and volatility
• Store management experience
• Exposure to Kroger Category Management System Data Warehouse and Business Objects

Education Level: Bachelor's Desired
Required Travel: Up to 25%
Required Certifications/Licenses: None
Position Type: Full-Time
Regions: General Office- Cincinnati

States: Ohio; Alabama; Alaska; American Samoa; Arizona; Arkansas; California; Colorado; Connecticut; Delaware; District of Columbia; Federated States of Micronesia; Florida; Georgia; Guam; Hawaii; Idaho; Illinois; Indiana; Iowa; Kansas; Kentucky; Louisiana; Maine; Marshall Islands; Maryland; Massachusetts; Michigan; Minnesota; Mississippi; Missouri; Montana; Nebraska; Nevada; New Hampshire; New Jersey; New Mexico; New York; North Carolina; North Dakota; Northern Mariana Islands; Oklahoma; Oregon; Palau; Pennsylvania; Puerto Rico; Rhode Island; South Carolina; South Dakota; Tennessee; Texas; Utah; Vermont; Virgin Islands; Virginia; Washington; West Virginia; Wisconsin; Wyoming
Keywords: Supply Chain, Logistics, Replenishment, Buyer

Jobs at Kroger Logistics: Kroger Logistics is a best-in-class supply chain team that services our more than 2,500 grocery and convenience stores that stretch coast-to-coast across the U.S., including Alaska. We are comprised of more than 30 distribution centers, regional freight centers, transportation and office locations. In Kroger Logistics, we offer career opportunities in Safety, Professional Driving, Warehouse Operations, International Logistics, Engineering, Supply Chain and Human Resources. If you are looking for an ever-changing, fast-paced environment focused on supporting our Customer 1St Strategy, we welcome your online application.

Company Overview: Kroger Family of Companies employs nearly half a million associates who serve over 11 million customers daily through a seamless shopping experience under a variety of banner names. At The Kroger Co., we are Fresh for Everyone™ and dedicated to our Purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit®. We are committed to creating #ZeroHungerZeroWaste communities by 2025. Careers with The Kroger Co. and our family of companies offer competitive wages, flexible schedules, benefits and room for advancement.

Posting Notes: OH || Blue Ash || 11300 Cornell Park Drive || 45242 || Kroger Logistics || None || Logistics/Supply Chain; Inventory & Replenishment || Employee || Exempt || Full-Time || None