LOGISTICS/BUYER LVL III

Position Summary:

Responsible for replenishment of assigned vendors/items through designated 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 companys core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.

• Manage the most difficult replenishment desks, including items with the highest volume, demand volatility, perishability, SKU count, and/or supply chain complexity.
• Write POs for designated vendors (turn and promotional).
• Perform accounting research and validate PO costs and contracts to ensure correct billing as required.
• Replenish any new items based on reset schedules.
• Manage the flow of product related to pack changes, bonus packs, and discontinued items.
• Review division ad and display plans.
• Liaison for assigned DCs and divisions and manage relationships
• Manage critical metrics with DCs, departments, divisions and, in some cases, stores (e.g., aged and excess inventory, days of supply, and service levels).
• Mentor and assist in training and developing replenishment buyers with regards to best practices to achieve team goals.
• Serve as backup to Coordinator/Lead Buyer with overall team responsibilities when they are out of the office.
• Collaborate with vendors to discuss major upcoming promotions and new items.
• Review forecasts for turn, ad, and display merchandise and collaborate with demand planners to improve.
• Develop strategies, best practices, and forecasts to assist other buyers, departments, and vendors.
• 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 supply chain capacity constraints, logistics and other opportunities (e.g., promo DTS opportunities).
• Conduct regular store order reviews.
• Allocate product as needed.
• Receive and manage Quality Assurance information to maintain fresh, sellable product in the warehouses (fresh dept. only).
• Maintain flexibility to work some weekends and holidays.
• Maintain flexibility to travel up to 25%.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Bachelors degree
• Exposure to Kroger Category Management System Data Warehouse, Business Objects, Kroger Procurement Systems
• Division store management experience
• Experience in either replenishment buying, store co-management, operations, supply chain, merchandising, or similar experience
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Intermediate knowledge of Excel, Word and Outlook
• Strong organization and multi-tasking skills
• Ability to communicate effectively in written and oral form

From one tiny Cincinnati grocery store more than a century ago, we’ve grown into what today is the nation’s largest grocer with nearly 2,800 stores in 35 states operating under 28 different names. As America’s grocer, we take pride in bringing diverse teams with a passion for food and people together with one common purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. With a history of innovation, we work tirelessly to create amazing experiences for our customers, communities AND each other, with food at the heart of it all. Here, people matter. That’s why we strive to provide the ingredients you need to create your own recipe for success at work and in life. We help feed your future by providing the value and care you need to grow. If you’re caring, purpose-driven and hungry to learn, your potential is unlimited. Whether you’re seeking a part-time position or a new career path, we’ve got a fresh opportunity for you. Apply today to become part of our Kroger family! 

What You’Ll Receive From Us:

The Kroger Family of Companies offers comprehensive benefits to support your Associate Well-Being, including Physical, Emotional, Financial and more. We'll help you thrive, with access to:

• 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.

For more information about benefits and eligibility, please visit our Benefits Page!