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Kroger Creates New eCommerce Unit to Accelerate Online Growth

1. Kroger created a new eCommerce unit to enhance online shopping. 2. Yael Cosset appointed as Chief Digital Officer to lead the initiative. 3. Kroger aims for significant growth in eCommerce sales, reaching $13 billion in 2024. 4. The transformation simplifies associate tasks to improve customer service. 5. Cosset will manage technology, data, and Kroger's Alternative Profit portfolio.

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Why Bullish?

The commitment to eCommerce and leadership change suggest strong future growth, similar to competitors who enhanced online strategies. Historical examples include Walmart's aggressive eCommerce push leading to stock price increases.

How important is it?

The formation of a new eCommerce unit and appointment of a strong leader like Cosset underscores Kroger's commitment to digital growth, likely leading to improved revenues and investor confidence.

Why Long Term?

The adjustments in leadership and strategic focus on eCommerce indicate a gradual but beneficial transformation over the longer term, similar to Amazon's strategy leading to sustained growth.

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Yael Cosset to Lead as Chief Digital Officer , /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today announced the creation of a new eCommerce business unit, which aligns the teams contributing to every aspect of the online customer experience. Yael Cosset, Kroger's senior vice president and chief information officer, will lead this function as executive vice president and chief digital officer, effective immediately. As chief digital officer, Cosset will continue to oversee technology and data for the company and expand his responsibilities to include the new eCommerce unit.  "Accelerating Kroger's eCommerce growth is a top priority," said Ron Sargent, Kroger's Chairman and CEO. "As the architect of Kroger's digital strategy, Yael will continue to make it easier for customers to shop for our fresh, affordable food." Kroger's eCommerce sales reached $13 billion in 2024. About Yael Cosset As SVP and CIO, Cosset has overseen Kroger's recent technology transformation. This transformation simplifies our associates' work, allowing them to spend more time serving our customers. These investments bring a more convenient and personalized shopping experience, both in store and online, offering customers relevant choices, quality and value – all through Kroger's seamless ecosystem. Cosset also leads Kroger's Alternative Profit portfolio of businesses, including insight and media focused subsidiary, 84.51˚, financial services business, Kroger Personal Finance, and retail media business, Kroger Precision Marketing. Prior to this, Cosset was group vice president and chief digital officer, where he led the company's overall digital growth strategy and eCommerce expansion. He also previously served as chief commercial officer and chief information officer of 84.51° since its inception in 2015. SOURCE The Kroger Co. WANT YOUR COMPANY'S NEWS FEATURED ON PRNEWSWIRE.COM? 440k+ Newsrooms & Influencers 9k+ Digital Media Outlets 270k+ Journalists Opted In

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