The Kroger Co. is one of the nation's top grocery retailers. Our mission is to be a leader in the distribution and merchandising of food, pharmacy, health and personal care items, seasonal merchandise, and related products and services. We place considerable importance on forging strong supplier partnerships. Our suppliers, large or small, local, or global, are essential components in accomplishing our mission (Kroger,2022). Kroger has reached some all-time high goals by staying committed to the