ANSR is hiring for one of its clients.

ABOUT KROGER:

The Kroger Co., founded in 1883 by Barney Kroger and headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, is one of the largest retailers in the United States, serving millions of customers every day through a family of supermarket, multi-department, and marketplace store formats. With more than 2,700 stores across 35 states, supported by 32 manufacturing locations, 38 distribution centers, and over 400,000 associates, Kroger operates on a significant scale. Guided by its purpose to Feed the Human Spirit™, Kroger focuses on providing fresh, affordable food and an outstanding customer experience while investing in communities through initiatives like Zero Hunger | Zero Waste.

Combining a strong store footprint with a growing digital presence, Kroger is transforming how Americans shop.

ABOUT KROGER CAPABILITY CENTER (KCC):

At Kroger Capability Center (KCC), we help modernize how work gets done at Kroger. KCC brings together expertise, technology, and global delivery to simplify work and strengthen cross-functional execution, so teams across Kroger can improve focus, speed, and impact. Our goal is to help associates, stores, and customers by making work faster, smoother, and easier to use – so more time can be spent on the highest-value outcomes.

We see ourselves as an extension of the Kroger Store Support Center in Cincinnati, where everything we do is designed to support stores, associates, and the customers they serve. Through KCC, we tap into strong talent and capabilities in India to bring Kroger’s purpose – To Feed the Human Spirit – to life in new and impactful ways.

FUNCTIONAL EVP:

Creating spaces that support business growth

At Kroger Capability Center India, Real Estate supports the planning, management, and optimization of the spaces and property-related operations that help Kroger run effectively. Through coordination, analysis, and operational support, the team contributes to well-managed facilities, efficient use of resources, and environments that support the needs of the business.

OUR VALUES:

In fulfilling Our Purpose, we live by our Kroger Values:

Honesty:

We insist on truthfulness with each other, with our customers, with our vendors and in our business records. We expect and value openness.

Integrity:

We act in accordance with our values, even when it’s difficult.

Respect:

We treat all with dignity and value the opinions and perspectives of others.

Diversity:

We seek and embrace differences in the backgrounds, cultures and ethnicities of all associates, customers and vendors.

Safety:

We protect our customers and each other from injury with a safe and secure workplace and shopping environment.

Inclusion:

We encourage and expect collaboration, teamwork and the active involvement of all associates.

Position Title: Principal Market Data Analyst

Department: Real Estate

Position Summary:

Lead the work performed by Market Data Analysts and create datasets that provide leadership with decision-making insights supporting Real Estate strategy. Maintain the integrity and reliability of market research systems, including TAS mapping software and underlying population data. Support CRG by creating and maintaining workflows used primarily by Research Analysts. Role model and demonstrate the company’s core values of respect, honesty,



integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.

Key Responsibilities:

- Lead market research data analysis and oversee the quality, accuracy, and completeness of deliverables produced by Market Data Analysts.
- Create and maintain datasets that provide leadership with relevant decision-making insights supporting Real Estate strategy.
- Identify, access, and aggregate data from multiple sources using Alteryx, Python, and SQL.
- Maintain Real Estate data systems and Azure cloud pipelines supporting TAS, Popstats, demographic reporting, and other external platforms.
- Monitor the integrity of mapping software, population data, databases, and recurring data-ingestion processes.
- Create and maintain workflows used by Research Analysts and other CRG stakeholders.
- Use AI-assisted methods and sound statistical practices to curate, analyze, and interpret complex datasets.
- Manage databases and perform quality checks before data and analytical deliverables are distributed.
- Develop GIS-based maps and cartographic outputs using ArcGIS, QGIS, or similar tools.
- Create clear, leadership-ready visualizations and translate analytical findings into actionable recommendations.
- Proactively identify and implement automation opportunities that improve workflows, data reliability, and business decision-making.
- Provide direction, quality review, and technical support to Market Data Analysts.
- Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Qualifications:

Experience:

- Working knowledge of Alteryx functions and the ability to identify data sources and aggregate data into effective workflows or applications
- Programming and query experience using Python and SQL
- Experience maintaining Azure cloud environments or data pipelines supporting regular ingestion into external systems
- Experience using AI-assisted methods to curate and analyze data
- Ability to provide direction to Market Data Analysts and perform quality checks before data is distributed
- Ability to interpret complex datasets and recommend actionable next steps
- Experience with database management and maintenance of data systems such as TAS, Pop stats, and demographic reporting platforms
- Working knowledge of GIS software, including ArcGIS or QGIS, and foundational cartographic principles
- Ability to create leadership-ready visualizations using Microsoft PowerPoint and Power BI
- Ability to proactively identify and implement automation solutions for workflows and processes
- Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills

Preferred Retail Finance Experience:

- Bachelor’s degree in a related field and a minimum of four years of experience in store location research, including analog and gravity modeling methodology; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Previous experience as a Research Analyst or in a comparable market research role




- Background in statistical analysis

Kroger Leadership Model:

Some of the Leadership Behaviors needed to successfully perform this position are:

- Puts the Customer First - Anticipates customer needs, champions for the customer, acts with customers in mind, exceeds customers’ expectations, gains customers’ trust and respect.
- Communicates effectively and candidly - Communicates clearly and directly, approachable, relates well to others, engages people and helps them understand change, provides and seeks feedback, articulates clearly, actively listens.
- Achieves results through teamwork – Is open to diverse ideas, works inclusively and collaboratively, holds self and others accountable, involves others to accomplish individual and team goals.
- Leads through positive influence – Demonstrates solid character; builds partnerships; models a conscious balance between work and personal life; takes personal responsibility for own development; role models leadership qualities such as motivation, inspiration, passion and trust.
- Coaches and develops others - Develops and cares about associates, builds effective teams, helps people be their best, values and manages diversity, provides candid and constructive feedback.
- Leads change and innovation - Challenges the status quo, embraces technology, puts forward creative ideas, champions and implements process improvements, gathers the ideas of others, demonstrates good judgment about which ideas will work.
- Executes with excellence - Is action oriented, drives for results, sets clear expectations and milestones, reviews progress, acts decisively, solves problems, can be counted on to consistently meet or exceed goals.
- Provides clear and strategic direction - Plans and organizes well, sets a clear and simple course of action, stays focused on the most important priorities, has the ability to visualize and plan for the future, understands the industry and marketplace.
- Safety Awareness -Identifying and correcting conditions that affect employee safety; upholding safety standards.

OUR COMMITMENT TO EQUAL CHANCE:

We are committed to creating an environment of respect, inclusion, and equal opportunity for all. We believe that a diverse workforce strengthens our ability to serve customers and communities effectively. We seek to attract, develop, and retain talent from a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives – ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to contribute and grow.

We provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. This commitment reflects our broader purpose – to serve people, support communities, and create an environment where individuals can do their best work.

Talent Value Proposition statement:

At Kroger Capability Center India, your expertise becomes part of something bigger. Work alongside global teams, build capabilities across critical business functions, solve meaningful challenges, and help shape how Kroger operates and grows. As the center takes shape, you have the opportunity to contribute early, learn continuously, and see the connection between your work and the millions of customers Kroger serves.

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