POSITION SUMMARY:

Web Content Editors are responsible for the ongoing organization and curation of the product information contained within the Kroger Product Item Master (PIM), which can be viewed directly by a customer using Kroger’s Online Shopping capability.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• This hybrid position will be required to work in our Corporate Office at least two full days per week based on your team’s schedule
• Ensure all items are set up within the PIM system supporting the digital presentation of products at the Kroger Company. This includes but is not limited to:
  • Item Validation, including setting up the proper Customer Facing Taxonomy (Department, Commodity and Sub-Commodity)
  • Set operational attributes to support item selection process
  • Review and edit compelling product marketing messages and descriptions
• Business Process Functions:
  • Create/update Microsoft Office documents/spreadsheets
  • Create/update common files for use in reports
  • Assist in providing support for our internal databases
  • Update various team SharePoint sites to track item progress throughout process
  • Coordinate efforts with multiple departments and Kroger suppliers as necessary
• Professionally represent PL Marketing while working with Kroger associates
• Support special projects and additional initiatives as business needs arise

Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation

MINIMUM POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent (English, Communications, Advertising or Marketing degree preferred)
• Experience working in the grocery industry preferred
• Capacity to learn multiple computer systems and web-based applications
• Skill and diplomacy in communicating with people
• Able to interact effectively with cross-functional teams to accomplish common goals
• Experience with Excel, Word and PowerPoint

MINIMUM PHYSICAL ABILITIES: 

• Must be able to:
  • Remain standing/sitting for several hours at a time
  • Lift 10-30 lbs. occasionally
  • Have unlimited manual dexterity

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• Administrative support position in office environment
• Retail or grocery experience
• eCommerce Content Writer

COMPETENCIES/SKILLS:

Some of the Competencies/Skills required to successfully perform this position are:

• Adaptability – maintaining effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work tasks or the work environment; adjusting effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements, or cultures
• Building Strategic Working Relationships – developing and using collaborative relationships to facilitate the accomplishment of work goals
• Building Trust – interacting with Kroger employees and Venus users in a way that gives Kroger confidence in one’s intentions and those of the organization
• Communication – clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in the English language
• Customer Focus – making the Kroger Technology & Digital team and their needs a primary focus of one’s actions; developing and sustaining productive relationships with Kroger employees, as well as the users that we support
• Decision Making – identifying and understanding issues, problems, and opportunities; comparing data from different sources to draw conclusions; using effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions; taking action that is consistent with available facts, constraints, and probable consequences
• Inclusion – appreciating and leveraging the capabilities, insights and ideas of all individuals; working effectively with individuals of diverse style, ability, and motivation for a direct effect on business results
• Initiating Action – taking prompt action to accomplish objectives; taking action to achieve goals beyond what is required; being proactive; generating innovative solutions in work situations
• Self-Starter – working the majority of the time without direct supervision; prioritizing, organizing, and completing workload accurately within allotted time period
• Work Standards – setting high standards of performance for self and others; assuming responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments or tasks; self-imposing standards of excellence rather than having standards imposed