Wine Consultant
Core
Oversees wine and beer department operations, manages product selection and inventory, and executes merchandising strategies to maximize sales in a retail grocery setting.
Role type
Department Manager (Wine & Beer)
Builds
Curated wine and beer assortments, in-store sampling events, and optimized shelf displays for a grocery chain.
Domain
Retail Grocery / Alcohol Beverage
Deliverable
product features
Required skills
Alcohol regulations knowledge, Beer and wine product expertise, Inventory management, Vendor relations, Pricing accuracy, Shelf merchandising, Suggestive selling techniques
Preferred skills
Bar equipment operation, Seasonal product planning, Competitive pricing analysis
Technologies
Bar equipment (corkscrews, draft dispensers), Retail POS systems
Responsibilities
Develop customer relationships and provide education on beer, wine, and food pairings; Maintain wine selection and provide input on requested wines/beers; Coordinate sampling events with local vendors; Monitor product inventory and evaluate assortment variety; Ensure accurate pricing and appealing shelf displays; Execute merchandising policies to maximize sales and profits.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on department lead