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Position Overview:

Lead the development and execution of initiatives to achieve the company’s Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) strategy and improve the company’s ESG performance and reputation. Lead internal working groups to drive positive change on material ESG topics and short- and long-term public targets, particularly in the Sustainability and Systems pillars. Support ESG reporting and disclosures and engage external stakeholders, including investors and advocacy groups. Demonstrate the company’s core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety.

Essential Job Functions

• Lead Corporate Affairs management of select ESG topics to achieve Kroger’s ESG Strategy: Thriving Together, including responsible sourcing, human rights, and animal welfare
• Convene and lead internal cross-functional working groups to engage business and functional leaders in strategies to achieve public ESG commitments
• Represent the company in industry and multi-stakeholder coalitions and/or working groups focused on achieving progress through collective action
• Serve as internal subject matter expert on key ESG topics
• Support day-to-day issues management and stakeholder engagement related to key topics
• Research and benchmark best practices and participate in industry coalitions on key topics, where appropriate
• Support data collection, reporting and public disclosures on ESG topics
• Update policies, public commitments, and processes as needed to improve operational performance and achieve public commitments
• Support ESG leaders in project management, as needed
• Triage external requests for Kroger’s involvement in related activities, whether seeking thought-leadership, financial or voluntary support from the company
• Travel independently (<40%) to assist division leadership with relationship building
• Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation

Minimum Position Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field
• 3+ years of experience in public affairs, sustainability, or social impact in a corporate or advisory setting
• Ability to plan/prioritize a variety of tasks and adopt efficiently to changing priorities
• Ability to handle sensitive information while maintaining a high degree of confidentiality
• Excellent oral, written and listening communication skills
• Proficient Microsoft Office skills

Desired Previous Experience/Education

• 5+ years of experience in ESG or sustainability topics
• Any experience in the food and retail industry
• Any previous work experience in issues management and/or stakeholder engagement

Education Level: Bachelor’s Required
Required Travel: Up to 50%
Required Certifications/Licenses: None
Position Type: Full-Time
Regions: General Office- Cincinnati

Jobs at Kroger: At Kroger, we hire people who have a passion for helping others and who want to build a relationship with our Customers. No matter what stage of your career, you can build your future at Kroger. We look for people who want more, aspire to be more and work hard to achieve their goals. Our focus on keeping the Customer first is what makes us successful. As the largest traditional grocery chain in the U.S. and one of the world’s largest retailers, we employee more nearly half a million Associates across 35 states. We offer many opportunities not only in our stores, but in Manufacturing, Logistics, Marketing, Finance, Human Resources, and many other fields.

Company Overview: Kroger Family of Companies employs nearly half a million associates who serve over 11 million customers daily through a seamless shopping experience under a variety of banner names.  At The Kroger Co., we are Fresh for Everyone™ and dedicated to our Purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit®.  We are committed to creating #ZeroHungerZeroWaste communities by 2025.  Careers with The Kroger Co. and our family of companies offer competitive wages, flexible schedules, benefits and room for advancement.