Capabilities

Complete Kroger partnership solutions

We’re the only retail broker with an office inside Kroger HQ. When you partner with us, you are collaborating with Kroger’s trusted resource who have the relationships and expertise to meet your needs.

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4M+

Cases stocked in 2024

800+

In-Store Specialists, 85% are FTE

Single point of contact for client insights

Connection

Complete Kroger Execution Excellence

We’re embedded within Kroger’s ecosystem, giving your brand unprecedented access, attention and insights.

Category Insights & Analytics

Bringing best-in-class category management, shopper insights and more to you by a team of dedicated Kroger team members with 300+ collective years of industry experience.

Data driven insights leveraging 84.51°, Circana, Kantar and proprietary analytics

Over 25 team members supporting category management, shopper insights, and space optimization

Explore Insights

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Impact In-Store

800+ department-dedicated specialists ensuring availability, execution, and merchandising for real-time void/phantom detection and resolution

We provide a highly accurate view of shelf, promo and display conditions to improve planning & in-store execution

Our advanced technologies drive actionable insights to maximize store-by-store sales impact and ROI

Explore Retail

Sales & Customer Services

Headquarters account management with deep Kroger relationships across all categories and levels

Complete support for advancing priorities, promotional initiatives as well as assortment & distribution

Collaboration on deductions and audits, orders, EDI, contracts and new item setup

Explore Sales

technology

See How Our Technology Drives Annual Impact

Explore Technology Solutions

INGENIOUS System

Our proprietary alert system identifies and resolves out-of-stocks before they impact sales, with 97%+ actionable alert closure rate

Image Recognition

4K handheld devices with AI-powered shelf monitoring ensure perfect execution and real-time visibility

GoSpotCheck

Delivers customized client tasks for our reps to execute each day in store. Advanced logic creates more time executing shelf & display, while providing metrics to highlight total revenue impact

Power BI Analytics

Custom dashboards delivering insights that drive strategic decisions and up to the minute performance tracking

Testimonials

Hear It From Them

“Empire’s deep Kroger relationships and flawless execution have been instrumental in our growth. They’re not just a broker - they’re a true strategic partner who understands how to win at Kroger”

Senior Category Manager

Leading CPG Brand

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“I love the new dashboard - thanks for all the great work on this! It's very easy to use and I love the different data points and visuals that serve both the sales and marketing teams."

Senior Customer Marketing Manager

Leading Sauces Brand

"You have exhibited your cross-functional commitment and individual expertise across Sales, Marketing, Operations & Insights. We were led by our Empire partners who played value-added roles to get this over the finish line"

Advisor & Board Member

Produce Brand

"You continue to be a major driver of our growth and a shining example of what great partnership and execution look like. Your impact is felt across the business, and we’re so grateful for the excellence you bring every day"

Senior Account Manager

Leading Snack Brand