Retail Execution Manager - Kroger

Retail Execution Manager - Kroger

Here at Kraft Heinz, our US Sales team aspires to be an Indispensable Partner with a Growth and Winning Mindset, acutely focused on Superior Execution every day. This is our guiding compass to grow something great and make life delicious!

We spark joy around mealtime with our iconic brands, including Kraft, Oscar Mayer, Heinz, Philadelphia, Lunchables, Velveeta, Maxwell House, Capri Sun, Ore-Ida, Kool-Aid, Jell-O, Primal Kitchen, and Classico, among others.

Every day, we're transforming the food industry with bold thinking and unprecedented results. If you share our passion and are ready to create the future, build a legacy, and lead as a global citizen there's only one thing to do : join our table and let's make life delicious!

We're not afraid to think differently. Embrace new ideas. Dream big. We empower our people, from entry-level intern to senior leader, to own their work. We share a responsibility to think like Owners to be mindful of the collective and sustained success of Kraft Heinz which we apply to every situation, every day. As part of Kraft Heinz, you're supported to grow and achieve. You're expected to bring your authentic self to work every day, to lead with humility, and drive outstanding performance at every level and you'll be rewarded. You're given opportunities to leave a mark and build a legacy. But you won't do it alone. You're supported by passionate teammates along the way, and our collective, collaborative spirit fuels our incredible progress.

Position Summary

The Retail Execution Manager is accountable for delivering against our retail sales goals through Customer Business Team (CBT) collaboration, Broker leadership & management and owning Perfect Store routines development, planning, and execution of Retail Execution plans at retailers within specific span of control across geographic and / or national customers.

Job Highlights

• Define retail execution priorities through collaboration with Customer Business Team (CBT) and in alignment with Perfect Store
• Leads and manages Perfect Store routines with Customer Business Team (CBT) and Perfect Store & Execution Team (PS&E)
• Evaluate Store performance to develop routing recommendations and optimization
• Drive transparency of retail execution impact to the CBT through communication of results, pre / present / post event performance, and critical store level insights
• Collaborate and align with CBT and / or broader Retail Execution team on action plans to course correct as needed
• Lead broker 3rd party (Empire) to drive best ROI via thought leadership and cadenced communication reinforcing strategic and executional priorities for Kraft Heinz throughout the year
• Train Empire Supervisors and in-store reps on Kraft Heinz and CBT knowledge : product knowledge, playbook utilization, competitive set, seasonality, etc.
• Establish relationships with key collaborators within CBT or 3rd party sharing updates on upsell opportunities / wins at divisions and gaining alignment / support where needed
• Use data and benchmarking to see opportunities and implement action plans that impact results including frequency, coverage, response rates, training or product knowledge
• Communicate competitive information to CBT and Retail Execution leadership
• Drive consistent approach and continuous improvement to simplify workstreams, identify and share standard methodologies, and deliver efficiencies
• Accountable for staying within planned cost structure (i.e. coverage model hours) & strong budget management skills

Qualifications

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups / Women / Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity and other protected classes. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for protected individuals, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact HRCompliance@kraftheinz.com for assistance.

Our Total Rewards philosophy is to provide a meaningful and flexible spectrum of programs that equitably support our diverse workforce and their families and complement Kraft Heinz' strategy and values.

New Hire Base Salary Range : $118,400.00 - $148,000.00

Bonus : This position is eligible for a performance-based bonus as provided by the plan terms and governing documents.

The compensation offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.

Benefits : Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and saving for the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family's needs. Coverage for benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.

Wellbeing : We offer events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families.

You'll be able to participate in a variety of benefits and wellbeing programs that may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors, for example :

Location(s) Cincinnati Sales

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups / Women / Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity and other protected classes. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for protected individuals, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact NAZTAOps@kraftheinz.com for assistance.