<p> Kroger is promoting Timothy Massa to Group Vice President, Human Resources and Labor Relations from his previous role as Vice President of Corporate Human Resources, Talent Development. He will be taking over responsibilities for labor relations as Paul Heldman, Executive Vice President, Secretary and General Counsel, retires in May, according to a press release.<hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding"> “Tim is a trusted human resources professional and valued partner,” said Mike Ellis, President and COO. “In just four years at Kroger, leaders and associates throughout the company know they can count on him for strategic direction and advice. He leads by example, bringing life to the Kroger Leadership Model through his passion for people and results every day. We are pleased to welcome Tim to our leadership team.”<hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding"> Before joining Kroger in 2010, Timothy served in various human resources leadership roles for 21 years at Procter & Gamble. His experience includes an extensive global HR generalist background in leadership development, succession planning, performance management, strategy development, employee relations, and engagement.<hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding"> Congratulations on your new position with Kroger, Timothy!</p><hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding"><p><a class="btn btn-sm btn-primary col-lg-12" style="white-space: normal;" href=" http://ir.kroger.com/CorporateProfile.aspx?iid=4004136" target="_new"> Kroger </a></p><hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding">
