Kroger

Organizational Design Leader

Kroger • $110K — $130K *
Cincinnati, OH 45238In-Person
Retail & Consumer Goods
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • 5+ years of experience in human resources, change management, organizational design or workforce planning
  • Strong understanding of organizational design strategies and change management
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
  • Proven ability to manage multiple stakeholders and drive accountability across teams

Responsibilities

  • Lead the design and implementation of organizational structures for business transformation and efficiency.
  • Partner with executives to assess current states and develop future organizational models.
  • Collaborate with HR and leaders to identify capability gaps and workforce planning needs.
  • Translate company strategy into scalable organizational structures across various functions.
  • Ensure organizational design aligns with talent strategy and financial goals by collaborating with relevant teams.
  • Champion change management strategies to foster innovative structural changes and high adoption rates.
  • Supervise and coach direct reports, providing performance feedback and reviews.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to shape the organizational structure of a large, dynamic retail organization.
  • Engagement with high-level executives and collaborative teams across HR, Finance and Strategy to drive impactful changes.
  • Chance to lead enterprise-wide initiatives that align with strategic goals and enhance customer experience.
  • Support a culture of accountability and innovation in a fast-paced retail environment.
  • Travel opportunities up to 20% to gain broader organizational insights.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Responsible for playing a critical role in shaping the structure and operating model within our large, dynamic retail organization. This strategic leader partners with executives and HR business partners to design and implement organizational frameworks that enable agility, scalability, and performance across all business units. Responsible for driving enterprise-wide initiatives and ensures that the company's structure aligns with its strategic goals, enhances customer experience, and supports talent development. Leverages data-driven insights, change management expertise, and deep knowledge of retail operations to optimize workforce capabilities, streamline decision-making, and foster a culture of accountability and innovation. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the design and implementation of organizational structures that support business transformation, growth, and operational efficiency.
  • Partner with executive leadership to assess current state, identify gaps, and develop future-state organizational models.
  • Design and optimize organizational design standards in collaboration with HR business partners and leaders, leveraging influential leadership, to identify capability gaps and workforce planning needs that support a cohesive talent strategy.
  • Translate high-level business strategy into practical and scalable organizational structures across diverse business functions that have different needs and priorities.
  • Collaborate with HR, Finance, and Strategy teams to ensure organizational design is aligned with talent strategy and financial goals.
  • Develop and apply frameworks for role clarity, spans and layers, governance, and decision rights.
  • Lead the development of cohesive organizational design tools that support org design standards that maximize effectiveness and minimize silos. Partner to ensure organizational design supports culture and engagement.
  • Manage stakeholder alignment, mitigate conflict and find common ground to implement best solutions for the Company.
  • Champion change management and communication strategies to support adoption and sustainability of new structures. Navigate cultural resistance and create space for innovative structural change with high adoption rates.
  • Support operating model integration, restructuring, and workforce planning initiatives.
  • Travel up to 20% as needed.
  • Supervise and coach direct reports in the performance of their duties; complete performance reviews and provide feedback to direct reports.
  • Ability to work cooperatively in high paced and sometimes stressful environment.
  • Ability to manage conflict in a reasonable, nonconfrontational and cooperative manner.
  • Ability to act with honesty and integrity regarding customer and business information.
  • Ability to follow directions and seek assistance when necessary to resolve customer and business issues
  • Provide support and assistance through direct interaction with minors, individuals with special needs, and/or older adults.
  • Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.


Qualifications

Minimum
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • 5+ years of experience in human resources, change management, organizational design or workforce planning
  • Strong understanding of organizational design strategies and change management
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
  • Proven ability to manage multiple stakeholders and drive accountability across teams


Desired
  • Bachelor's degree in human resources, industrial/organizational psychology or related field
  • HR Certification such as SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, SPHR or PHR
  • Any project management experience


About Kroger

Kroger serves customers and the community, how we innovate, and who we hire.

Kroger Careers

Joining Kroger means becoming part of a historic company committed to transforming the grocery industry. As one of America's largest retailers, Kroger offers unparalleled job opportunities, fostering a culture of innovation, leadership, and diversity.

Work You'll Do

At Kroger, every position contributes to our mission of feeding the human spirit. We are looking for professionals who are eager to drive change and master their career journey through various employment paths, from in-store roles to corporate positions.

Innovate and Lead

Embrace the chance to be at the forefront of industry innovation with Kroger. Our team is dedicated to implementing sustainable practices and technologies that enhance customer experience and community well-being. Your skills in leadership and innovation will find a nurturing home here, pushing the boundaries of what a grocery company can achieve.

Grow with Us

Kroger is not just a company; it's a place where you can grow. We invest in our team's growth through comprehensive training programs, leadership development, and opportunities for advancement. Diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our culture, ensuring every team member can thrive.

Be Part of a Great Team

Our team at Kroger is diverse, skilled, and driven—united by a shared commitment to our customers and each other. Working here, you'll engage in meaningful work that directly impacts communities, supported by a network of colleagues who are as passionate about their careers as you are.

Internship and Training Opportunities

Start your professional journey with Kroger through our internship programs or dive into our diversity training initiatives that prepare you for a long-term career with us. These programs are designed to enhance your skills and ensure you are well-prepared for the challenges and opportunities ahead.

Benefits That Matter

Kroger offers a competitive benefits package that supports the health, well-being, and financial security of our employees and their families. From healthcare to retirement plans, we provide the benefits you need to secure your future.

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Whether you're starting your career or looking to make a change, Kroger offers positions that match your skills and interests. From part-time jobs to full-time careers, our hiring process is designed to find the best fit for both you and our company.

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Learn more about Kroger
Size
420,000 employees
Market Cap
$32.4 billion
Industry
Food & Beverages
Net Income
$2.5 billion
Founded
1883
5 Year Trend
+3.6%
Revenue
$132.4 billion
NASDAQ
KR
* Ladders Estimates

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