Work as an integral member of the Enterprise Supplier Solutions (ESS) team to ensure a complete and accurate record of suppliers. Track supplier data and provide standardized reports while proactively alerting business stakeholders of elements that could potentially impede business process. Solve problems according to Standard Operating Procedures. Provide communication expertise for the ESS team by distributing reports, responding to inquiries and keeping appropriate internal websites updated. Handle informational and routine communications between suppliers and internal stakeholders, while supporting an exceptional supplier experience and enabling business success. Work under the supervision of an Enterprise Supplier Solutions Manager in a fluid, fast paced, and ever-changing business environment. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety
Responsibilities• Collect/validate data from internal systems and supplier sources
• Maintain accurate, current supplier data and contact information
• Collect/monitors pre-determined data points for supplier compliance
• Pull archive data and documents for audits and litigation
• Engage in user acceptance testing for new releases and system enhancements
• Implement database attribute changes
• Analyze and execute the process of merging duplicate vendor records
• Prepare metrics and regular status updates for FSVP vendors
• Remediate identified data quality errors; communicate errors to supplier application support
• Assign decommissioned DUNs numbers
• Manage process and communication for expired supplier documents
• Run reports to prioritize work and follow-up on expired documents
• Generate/distribute standardized reports that monitor supplier compliance/performance
• Monitor and follow-up on rebates and contract triggers
• Maintain historical supplier activity and information for compliance in Supplier Hub
• Respond promptly to inquiries; manage incoming/outgoing communication; maintain information on supplier websites
• Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation
• Preform due diligence actions (background checks, 3rd party auditors, onsite inspections) regarding supplier risk as directed by Manager
• Implement necessary corrective actions for suppliers as a result of due diligence and report results of corrective actions to Manager
Minimum
• 2+ years of experience in data analysis using standard analysis tools
• Excellent oral/written communication skills; strong attention to detail
• Intermediate skill level in Microsoft Office and willingness to develop advanced skills in Excel/Access
• Analytical skills; ability to retrieve information, identify, quantify and leverage data
• Problem-solving skills to prioritize and troubleshoot errors
Desired
• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Information Management, Data Analytics or related field
• Any experience in a supplier organization with aspects of data governance quality, compliance, or data management
• Any experience in supplier information systems and supplier compliance
• Any experience in Agile methodology and ERP systems
• Ability to synthesize analysis into compelling oral and written communications and presentations
• Advanced skills in Excel and Access
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.
Skills Required
- 2+ years of experience in data analysis using standard analysis tools
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Intermediate Microsoft Office skills
- Willingness to develop advanced Excel and Access skills
- Analytical skills, including retrieving, identifying, quantifying, and leveraging data
- Problem-solving skills to prioritize and troubleshoot errors
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Management, Data Analytics, or a related field
- Experience with supplier data governance, quality, compliance, or data management
- Experience with supplier information systems and supplier compliance
- Experience with Agile methodology and ERP systems
- Ability to synthesize analysis into oral and written communications and presentations
- Advanced Excel and Access skills
Kroger Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Kroger and has not been reviewed or approved by Kroger.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage in many union divisions has been protected or improved in recent contracts, with some regions avoiding proposed cuts and others expanding spousal coverage and strengthening short‑term disability. Mental‑health resources and 24/7 access are also emphasized, supported by third‑party recognition in recent years.
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Retirement Support — Retirement options include a company 401(k) with a match and, in many union roles, access to pension or variable annuity plans that have been stabilized through recent agreements. Match levels and pension participation vary by division and role, so specifics require local confirmation.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Education assistance through “Feed Your Future” offers substantial tuition support for both part‑ and full‑time associates, alongside free financial coaching. Perks such as associate discounts and periodic Boost membership offers add incremental value to total rewards.
Kroger Insights
What We Do
At Kroger, we believe no matter who you are or how you like to shop, everyone deserves affordable, easy-to-enjoy, fresh food. This idea is embodied in our simple tagline—Fresh for Everyone™. Kroger ranks as one of the world’s largest retailers. We are nearly half a million associates across 2,800 stores in 35 states operating two dozen grocery retail brands and 34 manufacturing and 44 distribution locations, all dedicated to living our Purpose: to Feed the Human Spirit™. Together, we serve more than 11 million customers daily in our stores and online through convenient e-commerce options like pickup, ship and delivery, serving America through food inspiration and uplift. Customers love Our Brands, including the popular Kroger®, Private Selection® and Simple Truth® brands. Our own manufacturing plants produce many of Our Brands products, including breads, dairy products, meat and thousands of grocery items. We also believe in and are committed to doing our part to create #ZeroHungerZeroWaste communities by 2025.
