Spirits Manager

New Leaf•Aptos, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Spirits Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily operations, management, and profitability of the Liquor department. This includes ordering, merchandising, staff supervision, and customer service. The Spirits Manager ensures that all products meet quality standards and that the department provides exceptional service to customers while contributing to a positive and collaborative team environment.

Requirements

Previous experience in retail, grocery, or liquor sales is required.
Strong knowledge of spirits, wines, and beers, including product selection, storage, and regulations.
Basic ability to read and interpret documents required.
Basic math and computation skills are required.
Skills to read, understand, and follow through on verbal and written instructions.
Skills to exercise good judgment at all times.
Ability to speak, read, and understand English.

Nice To Haves

Management or supervisory experience is preferred.
Knowledge of English (Preferred)

Responsibilities

Oversees the daily operations of the Spirits department, including ordering, inventory control, and merchandising.
Ensures all products are stocked, rotated, and faced according to company standards.
Manages and maintains the department’s product mix and inventory levels to meet customer demand while achieving sales and margin goals.
Supervises and trains department staff, including planning work schedules, assigning tasks, and overseeing productivity.
Ensures compliance with department standards, quality control, and customer service practices.
Develops and maintains strong relationships with customers, providing recommendations and suggestions based on customer preferences and needs.
Builds and maintains vendor relationships to ensure competitive pricing, product quality, and timely deliveries.
Coordinates with the Promotions department to plan and execute in-store tastings, promotions, and events.
Manages the department’s pricing and signage, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies and merchandising standards.
Ensures department compliance with all local, state, and federal liquor regulations and store policies regarding the sale of alcohol.
Develops and executes strategies to maximize sales and reduce shrinkage.
Assists with store-wide inventory counts and maintains accurate records for auditing purposes.
Collaborates with department management to ensure staffing, service levels, and department appearance are consistently maintained.
Maintains the cleanliness, organization, and rotation of all department products and supplies.
Performs other tasks and duties as assigned by store or department management.