Beer & Wine Lead - BID

Giant Eagle - McMurray, PA

Full-time - Entry Level

McMurray, PA

Food and Beverage Retailers

About the position

The Beer & Wine Lead at Giant Eagle plays a crucial role in enhancing customer experiences by providing exceptional service and supporting the BWL Team Leader in team development. This position involves managing department records, processes, and standards while fostering a collaborative team environment. The ideal candidate is a motivated team player with aspirations for leadership and the ability to inspire others.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development of unique customer tasting programs.
• Execute in-store sampling of beer and wine.
• Maintain and build product assortment by reviewing movement reports and selecting new products.
• Provide knowledgeable recommendations and food pairing suggestions with beer and wine.
• Review and place orders with vendors.
• Monitor receiving and oversee stocking of product based on store delivery schedule.
• Ensure the department meets out-of-stock percentage goals, as well as shrink and inventory-level goals.
• Block department every shift when you arrive and before leaving.
• Build displays and stock shelves with product.
• Prepare seasonal and major promotional operations with the store leader.
• Provide feedback on the effectiveness of promotional operations and item movement.
• Ensure proper signage is in place and create signs/tags when needed.
• Monitor and ensure store compliance with company and state laws, policies, and procedures.
• Identify potential under-age or intoxicated individuals and deny the sale of alcohol to them.
• Attend in-store team meetings and/or regional meetings.
• Maintain safety as the top priority for Team Members, guests, and products.
• Properly handle products and equipment in accordance with food safety and safety guidelines.
• Promote an environment that embraces diversity, inclusion, and respect.

Requirements

• 1 to 3 years of experience in retail sales, preferably in the alcohol industry.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Nice-to-haves

• Cicerone certification or education.

Benefits

• Career growth opportunities
• Nurturing work environment
• Diversity and inclusion initiatives