Merchandise Manager & Assistant Manager

Western Spirits, a leading national beverage alcohol company, is seeking an experienced Merchandise Manager and Assistant Merchandise Manager to lead and support our merchandising operations. The ideal candidates will oversee the company store, manage

Value-Added Packaging (VAPs), and support some B2B retail partnerships. This role also includes collaborating on product development and assisting in strategic domestic parcel delivery initiatives. Experience with importing is preferred.

We are looking for candidates with strong interpersonal skills who can manage daily operations, develop merchandising strategies, and contribute to the overall success of our company's retail and distribution efforts.

Key Responsibilities:

• Merchandising Operations: Oversee daily operations for the company store, ensuring efficient inventory management, product placement, and customer satisfaction.
• VAPs and B2B Retail: Manage Value-Added Packaging (VAP) initiatives, asnd assist with merchandising for business-to-business (B2B) retail operations.
• Product Development: Collaborate with product development teams to enhance product offerings and merchandising strategies.
• Importing and Logistics: Importing experience is preferred. You will assist in strategic planning and execution for domestic parcel delivery operations.
• Sales Strategy: Work closely with internal teams to develop and implement sales and merchandising strategies that align with company goals and market trends.
• Customer Relations: Build strong relationships with B2B partners, ensuring that they receive excellent service and that their product needs are consistently met.
• Leadership: Provide leadership and mentorship to staff, fostering a positive work environment and ensuring team performance meets company standards.

Qualifications:

• Experience in e-commerce and retail merchandising, with a focus on the beverage, spirits, or consumer goods industries.
• Knowledge of B2B retail operations and Value-Added Packaging (VAPs) is preferred.
• Experience in product development or working closely with product development teams.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience with importing is a plus
• Degree not required, but proven experience in merchandising is essential.
• Exposure to the beverage alcohol industry and the appreciation of the outdoors is a plus.

Benefits:

• Compensation: Competitive salary and benefits package, commensurate with qualifications and experience.
• Growth Opportunities: Potential for advancement within the company based on performance.
• Collaborative Environment: Join a friendly, fast-paced, and dynamic team with opportunities for professional growth.

Western Spirits is an Equal Opportunity Employer and as such, all applicants and/or employees seeking promotional opportunities will be considered without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status. Additionally, as dictated by state laws, employment with Western Spirits is at will. This means your employment is for an indefinite period of time and it is subject to termination by you or Western Spirits, with or without cause, with or without notice, and at any time.