Liquor Manager

Albertsons Companies • Albuquerque, NM

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Albertsons Companies is at the forefront of the revolution in retail. Committed to innovation and fostering a culture of belonging, our team is united with a unique purpose: to bring people together around the joys of food and to inspire well-being. We want talented individuals to be part of this journey! Locally great and nationally strong, Albertsons Companies (NYSE: ACI) is a leading food and drug retailer in the U.S. We operate over 2,200 stores, 1,732 pharmacies, 405 fuel centers, 22 distribution facilities, and 19 manufacturing plants across 34 states and the District of Columbia. Our well-known banners include Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Jewel-Osco, ACME, Shaw’s, Tom Thumb, United Supermarkets, United Express, Randalls, Albertson’s Market, Pavilions, Star Markets, Market Street, Carrs, Haggen, Lucky, Amigos, Andronico’s Community Markets, King’s, Balducci’s, and Albertson’s Market Street. Our vision is to be a retail leader admired for national strength with deep local roots, offering an easy, fun, friendly, and inspiring experience, no matter how customers choose to shop with us. We celebrate the rich diversity of the communities we serve, and strive to create a workplace where everyone has equal access to opportunities and resources, and can fully contribute to their and our company’s success. Bring your flavor. Building the future of food and well-being starts with you. Join our team and bring your best self to the table.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Requires a good understanding of Company practices and Liquor Department policies and procedures on storage, safety, sanitation and loss prevention.
• Requires knowledge of state and federal liquor sales laws.
• Must be able to learn types, nomenclature, alcohol content, uses and care of liquor department products; requires an awareness of popular drink recipes.
• The Liquor Manager is required to work the scheduled work shift as needed to meet the needs of the store guests and team members.
• Ability to work and communicate with all levels of management and subordinates in a professional manner.
• Ability to self-motivate, problem-solve and work with minimal supervision.
• Be able to perform all other physical aspects of the position including but not limited to bending, squatting, standing, lifting at a height of 5 feet, climbing, pushing, pulling, and walking.
• Ability to lift items weighing up to 60 lbs. on a regular basis.
• Must possess technical skills to perform basic math and computer tasks (Word, Excel, and Email).
• Ability to work at fast-paced, but efficient and controlled manner.
• Must be flexible to work various hours/shifts, including weekends and holidays.
• Must attend meetings, including out-of-town, requiring overnight stays.
• Must be able to transfer to another store within the area.
• Ability to function as a team member and get along with others.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in wine industry knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Acknowledge, greet, and engage guests entering the department.
• Hire, train, and manage performance of team members.
• Distribute information to the entire department.
• Maintain a positive atmosphere, spirit, and morale within the department.
• Demonstrate effective leadership by managing time and delegation.
• Develop team members and future leaders using available materials and systems.
• Support and execute division concepts and programs.
• Meet financial goals.
• Identify areas of opportunity throughout the store and department.
• Ensure quality and consistent product availability and solutions for guests.
• Safeguard, control, and monitor all department assets, ensuring policies and procedures are implemented for asset control.
• Practice safe work habits, maintain store cleanliness, organization, and a safe work environment; encourage team members to do the same.
• Oversee consistent and correct utilization of department systems and processes.
• Direct meetings with the department leadership team to plan production and promotion goals.
• Verify team member schedules against business needs.
• Coach and discipline team members as necessary in accordance with policy and procedures with support from Talent Management.
• Verify all books and manuals are kept updated.
• Oversee inventory process and reporting.
• Approve all purchase orders and maintain adequate levels.
• Maintain stock levels; keep shelves full of ad merchandise and back stock items.
• Ensure all tags are properly placed and in good condition.
• Demonstrate good conflict management skills.
• Perform other duties assigned by upper management.

Benefits

• Competitive wages paid weekly
• Access to up to 50% of your earned wages before payday, via our partnership with Stream
• Associate discounts
• Health and financial well-being benefits for eligible associates (Medical, Dental, 401k and more!)
• Time off (vacation, holidays, sick pay).
• Leaders invested in your training, career growth and development
• An inclusive work environment with talented colleagues who reflect the communities we serve

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED