Analyst - Full-time / Part-time

Company Name: Kroger General Office
Position Type: Employee
FLSA Status: Exempt
 

 

Position Summary:

Partner with Category Managers to implement the Collaborative Category Optimization (CCO) Process in designated categories. Responsible for the management of Data, including: the gathering, summarizing, and analyzing of Data necessary for CCO. Communicate analysis of Data to Category Managers and Support the communication of Data to supplier Representiatives. Role model and demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, Integrity, diversity, inclusion and Safety of others.

Essential Job Functions:

• Collect and validate Data from Internal Systems and supplier sources as needed
• Conduct supply market ReSearch to determine market trends and Insights
• Perform required key analyses, including Financial analysis, market analysis, Commodity Pricing analysis, and supplier Performance analysis
• Draw Insights and document findings from CCO and market analyses
• Work with Category Managers to Develop negotiation materials for supplier engagement
• Prepare Category Improvement Projections and conduct post-Implementation variance analysis
• Ensure recommendations align with the Customer 1st Strategy
• Demonstrate Leadership within the team structure and activities
• Assist Managers in identifying capabilities and Processes that drive continuous Improvement
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation

Minimum Position Qualifications:

• 2 year's experience analyzing and interpreting Data
• Strong Knowledge of Financial statements and Programs available to retrieve information (e.g. KCMSDW, Business Objects)
• Ability to synthesize analyses into compelling written Communications
• CrEative, alert to New ways of approaching tasks
• Ability to be collaborative and work with and through committees
• Highly organized and proficient at multi-tasking
• Strong computer skills
• Effective communication skills
• Ability to travel independently

Desired Previous Job Experience:

• Previous experience in a Category management role
• Knowledge of Kroger Mechandising Processes
• Process Analyst, Procurement Analyst, Category Manager, or Capital Management Analyst /Sr. Analyst in highly quantitative function
• Bachelor's degree

 

Education Level: Bachelor's Desired
Required Travel: Up to 25%
Required Certifications/Licenses: None
Position Type: Full-Time
Technology Skills: [[mfield6]]
Regions: West

States: Oregon
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Jobs at Kroger: At Kroger, we hire people who have a passion for helping others and who want to build a relationship with our Customers. No matter what stage of your career, you can build your future at Kroger. We look for people who want more, aspire to be more and work hard to achieve their goals. Our focus on keeping the Customer first is what makes us successful. As the largest traditional grocery chain in the U.S. and one of the world's largest retailers, we employee more than 368,000 Associates across 34 states and the District of Columbia. We offer many opportunities not only in our stores, but in Manufacturing, Logistics, Marketing, Finance, Human Resources, and many other fields.

 

Company Overview
Kroger Family of Companies employs nearly 431,000 associates who serve customers in 2,778 retail food stores under a variety of in 35 states and the District of Columbia. Kroger and its subsidiaries also operate 2,231 pharmacies, 784 convenience stores, 323 fine jewelry stores, 1,387 supermarket fuel centers and 38 food production plants in the United States. With sales of $109.8 billion in 2015, we continue to grow. Kroger is recognized as one of America’s most generous companies for its support of more than 100 Feeding America food bank partners, breast cancer research and awareness, the military and their families, and more than 145,000 community organizations including schools. Careers with The Kroger Co. and our family of companies offer competitive wages, flexible schedules, benefits and room for advancement.

 

 Posting Notes:  OR || Portland || 3800 S.E. 22Nd St. || 97202 || Kroger General Office || None || Merchandising || Employee || Exempt || Full-Time || None