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Director of Wine 5445 S. East St., Indianapolis, IN, 46227
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Director of Wine

TWG BRL LLC
Indianapolis, IN

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Job Details

Full-time
7 days ago

Benefits

Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Life insurance
Referral program
Paid sick time

Qualifications

Procurement category management
Communication with suppliers
Wine industry
Team leadership
Retail buying
Customer engagement
Vendor relationship management
Negotiating purchasing contracts
Supplier relationship management (SRM)

Full Job Description

Overview

We are seeking a passionate and dynamic Director of Wine to lead our wine program with enthusiasm, expertise, and a commitment to excellence.

The Director of Wine leads Big Red Liquors' wine business by developing a best-in-class assortment that serves both everyday shoppers and wine enthusiasts. This position oversees purchasing, pricing, merchandising, supplier relationships, private label development, education, and promotional strategy while driving sales growth and profitability across all wine categories.

The Director of Wine serves as both a strategic business leader and a trusted authority on wine, helping position Big Red as Indiana's premier wine retailer.

Responsibilities:

Category Leadership

Develop and execute the company's overall wine strategy.
Curate assortments across value, premium, luxury, domestic, imported, sparkling, rosé, and dessert wines.
Evaluate emerging regions, varietals, and consumer trends.
Optimize assortments by store demographics and customer preferences.

Purchasing & Supplier Management

Negotiate pricing, allocation opportunities, and supplier programs.
Build relationships with wineries, importers, distributors, and brokers.
Secure exclusive products and limited allocations.
Manage inventory investments and purchasing plans.

Pricing & Promotions

Develop competitive retail pricing strategies.
Build promotional calendars that maximize profitability.
Evaluate promotional performance through sales and margin analysis.
Recommend pricing adjustments based on competitive market conditions.

Merchandising & Customer Experience

Establish merchandising standards for all wine departments.
Design compelling displays, endcaps, feature tables, and seasonal presentations.
Oversee shelf organization, signage, and educational materials.
Create a shopping experience that encourages exploration and discovery.

Education & Training

Lead wine education initiatives for store teams.
Develop product knowledge materials and tasting guides.
Organize supplier training sessions and customer wine events.
Promote a culture of continuous learning throughout the organization.

Financial Management

Manage sales, gross margin, inventory productivity, and profitability.
Monitor KPIs and identify opportunities for improvement.
Analyze market trends and customer purchasing behavior.
Present regular category performance updates to executive leadership.

Marketing & Brand Development

Collaborate with Marketing on seasonal campaigns, email promotions, and in-store events.
Support wine clubs, tasting programs, and digital content.
Lead development of exclusive and private-label wine programs.

Leadership

Mentor wine buyers, merchandising teams, and category managers.
Foster collaboration across Operations, Marketing, Finance, and Store Leadership.
Champion innovation and continuous improvement.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree preferred.
WSET, Court of Master Sommeliers, CSW, or equivalent wine certification preferred.
5–10 years of wine buying or category management experience.
Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.
Advanced analytical and financial acumen.
Excellent leadership and communication abilities.
Passion for wine education and customer engagement.

Benefits:

401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid sick time
Paid time off
Referral program
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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Director of Wine 5445 S. East St., Indianapolis, IN, 46227

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