Liquor Manager

Liquor Department Manager

Are you ready to take the next step in your people management career? Join us for an exciting opportunity as a Liquor Department Manager, where customer experience, product quality, and operational consistency come together.

At Albertsons Companies, we are looking for team-focused managers who are passionate about customer service, people development, and operational performance. As a Liquor Department Manager, you will oversee daily department operations, support sales and financial goals, and ensure consistent execution of service, food safety, and Company standards. This role offers a fast-paced, customer-focused environment where your work directly supports customer satisfaction and business performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• When a guest enters my area or department, my first and most important responsibility becomes to acknowledge, greet, and engage that guest
• Responsible for hiring, training and performance management of team members
• Responsible for communication of information distribution to entire department
• Responsible for maintaining positive atmosphere, spirit and morale within the department
• Demonstrate effective leadership skills by managing time and delegation
• Develop team members and future leaders utilizing available materials and systems
• Support and execute division concepts and programs
• Accountable for executing and meeting financial goals
• Responsible for identifying areas of opportunity throughout the store and within the department
• Ensure quality and consistent product availability and solutions to our guests
• Responsible for safeguarding, controlling and monitoring all department assets, ensuring policies and procedures are implemented for control of assets
• Practice safe work habits; maintain a high level of store cleanliness, organization, and a safe work environment; encourage team members to do the same
• Oversee that department systems and processes are utilized consistently and correctly
• Direct meetings with the department leadership team to effectively 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 the shelves full of ad merchandise and items kept in back stock
• Make sure all tags are properly placed and in good condition
• Demonstrate good conflict management skills
• Perform other duties assigned by upper management

Key Requirements:

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in wine industry knowledge preferred
• 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

We also provide a variety of benefits including:

• Competitive wages paid weekly
• Associate discounts
• Health and financial well-being benefits for eligible associates (Medical, Dental, 401k and more!)
• Time off (vacation, holidays, sick pay). For eligibility requirements please visit myACI Benefits
• Leaders invested in your training, career growth and development
• An inclusive work environment with talented colleagues who reflect the communities we serve

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