Wine, Beer, & Spirits Category Manager

THE ROLE

Metropolitan Market is seeking our next Wine, Beer, & Spirits Category Manager. This dynamic role is responsible for product assortment, vendor relationships, pricing, sales, planning, and department profitability. This position will expertly shape the future of our Wine, Beer, & Spirits program.

MORE ABOUT WHAT YOU'D DO

The Wine, Beer, & Spirits Category Manager responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following :

• Makes or authorizes all item selections within the departments of responsibility.
• Establishes effective working relationships with suppliers and producers, seeking the best cost of goods, terms, and rebates.
• Secures all annual promotional funding for all brands and suppliers for assigned categories, meeting goals and budget.
• Develops retail pricing strategy.
• Effectively performs category management functions : product selection, product placement, and promotion to achieve maximum profitability and sales goals.
• Maintains a clean item file which includes product descriptions, product hierarchy, and vendor assignment.
• Works on proprietary, signature, and private label product development.
• Oversees product training and dissemination of product information. Schedules classes for Wine Stewards and Wine Clerks with manufacturers and vendors.
• Provides leadership for Wine Clerks and Wine Stewards, including product training, motivation, communication, and sharing of the Company vision.
• Leads efforts to reduce shrink and optimize store inventory levels.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

WHAT WE OFFER

The specific programs and options available to any given team member are dependent upon eligibility factors such as position, date of hire, work location, and terms of applicable collective bargaining agreements.

OTHER THINGS TO KNOW

Employment may be dependent upon successful background check and past employment verification. All store employees must have a valid Washington State Food Workers Card to begin work.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) : It is the policy of Metropolitan Market, LLC that all employees and applicants be afforded equal opportunities in employment without regard to race, color, sex (including gender identity and gender stereotypes), national origin, religion, disability, or retaliation for engaging in an EEO protected activity. The Company prohibits discrimination or harassment based on any of these categories, as well as on age, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, status as a parent, military service, or any other bases protected under applicable local, state, or federal law.

Salary : $78,900 - $98,000