Beverage Center Manager - Dierbergs Markets Inc

We call it the Party Center - our beer, wine and spirits headquarters at Dierbergs. You'll call it a great opportunity to showcase your business- and customer-focused skills in a supportive environment where you'll constantly learn and develop your expertise in the world of wine, beer and liquor.

In this 100% hands-on, primarily vendor relationship-focused role, your day involves:

• Maintaining exceptional department standards and conditions, including properly stocked shelves, tagged and merchandised products and display integrity
• Managing ordering, receiving, and inventory control processes
• Leading, directing, and supervising the activity of store vendors
• Assisting customers concerns, special orders, and promoting an environment that ensures the highest levels of service
• Partnering with vendors to ensure products are stocked and rotated properly
• Display creativity and innovation in approach, with a strong aesthetic sensibility and an eye for detail.
• Providing leadership, direction, and supervision to department variables, as needed

Why Dierbergs is Different:

• Our culture makes us unique. We're known for being friendly and customer-focused, as well as for treating each other like family.
• You'll enjoy the stability of working for an organization with a strong history of financial success and an excellent reputation in the community.
• As an integral part of our team, you'll directly impact our bottom line and contribute to our ongoing success.
• With a clear path for advancement, you will have the opportunity to progress to a Department Manager or store management role

Qualifications for Success:

• 2+ years of experience working directly with customers in a retail or customer service environment
• Knowledge and experience in sales of a large selection of wine, beer, and spirits; wine and cheese pairing knowledge preferred but required
• A business-minded approach and understanding of variables affecting store overall profitability, including inventory control
• Experience in working directly and hands-on with vendor and vendor relations
• Experienced or willingness to learn and operate electric pallet jack, high lift, baler, hand jack and safety cutter
• Flexibility to accommodate a varied schedule, including weekends and holidays, ensuring coverage during peak periods.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs frequently
• Ability to push and pull up to 50 lbs of force occasionally
• Occasional: Sitting and climbing; frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, squatting, and handling
• Frequent: Head turn, trunk bend, side reach, grasp, power grip, pinch, finger manipulation, & feel
• Constant - Stand, handling, & forward reach

What's in it for you?

• Health and retirement benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) and pension plans
• Paid time off provided, including vacation and personal days
• Weekly pay
• Work-life balance with flexible scheduling
• Growth opportunities to support career advancement
• Associate-only savings, free products, bonus points, sweepstakes, and more - being a part of our team has its perks with Dierbergs Rewards
• Associate Perks Program in partnership with Working Advantage
• Discounts at Starbucks kiosks within select locations

At Dierbergs, we value individuals who embody our core BEhaviors: Be Connected, Be Curious, Be Courageous, Be Caring, Be People Centric, Be a Contributor, Be a Cultivator, and in all you do, Be YOU. If you're ready to make an impact and be part of a vibrant team, apply now!

This description is representative only and is not all inclusive of the tasks that an Associate in the position may be required to perform.