Senior Manager, Space Planning and Merchandise Programs (Wine Jobs: Management & Administration)

  Ministry of Public Safety & Solicitor General - BC Liquor Distribution Branch

  Burnaby, British Columbia

Who Are We

The BC Liquor Distribution Branch (LDB) is one of two branches of government that provide oversight for the beverage alcohol and non-medical cannabis industries in the province. The LDB is responsible for the wholesale distribution of liquor and cannabis and operates the retails brands BCLIQUOR and BC Cannabis Stores. 

The LDB is committed to government’s goals of making life better for people in B.C., improving services, and ensuring a sustainable province for future generations. The revenue generated by the LDB helps fund essential public services like health care, education, and community programming. Learn more on the LDB careers page.

About the Team

Retail Operations, encompassing the three retail business units of Merchandising, Marketing and Store Operations, is responsible for the daily operations of the 198 BCLIQUOR Stores. The Retail division develops and executes key strategies to drive business, creates systems and processes, and establishes daily retail procedures to maximize operational excellence, while upholding BCLDB’s core values of service, relationships and results. Working in this vibrant, creative and supportive team environment will see your knowledge, skills and innovativeness thrive to unparalleled levels.

About the Role:

As the Senior Manager of Merchandise Programs & Space Planning, you'll report to the Director of Merchandising and play a key role in bringing merchandising strategies to life across all marketing activities. You’ll manage merchandising efforts that support both merchandising and marketing goals, ensuring everything is executed smoothly and effectively. Strong communication skills will be crucial as you build strong, trusted relationships with suppliers to enhance merchandising programs at BCLIQUOR.

In this dynamic, fast-paced role, you’ll set the strategic direction for BCL’s merchandising department and make decisions that impact multiple retail business units and both internal and external stakeholders. Our ideal candidate is one that thrives under pressure, handles challenges with professionalism and independence. This is an exciting role that will  lead cross-functional teams and plans to successfully execute merchandising activities, sales initiatives, display programs, and tasting events.

The Senior Manager, Space Planning and Merchandise Programs:

·         Provides management expertise to all aspects of BCL merchandise programs and space planning operations.

·         Leads strategic planning and makes decisions on product presentation in the stores and ultimately to the public.

·         Directs and leads promotional programs within the stores that drive sales, traffic, etc.

·         Coordinates projects: prepares terms of reference, resource requirements, and timelines; gathers information; conducts analysis; identifies, quantifies and evaluates options; and follows-up to ensure expected outcomes are achieved.

·         Leads and directs/contributes to procurement processes for vendors and contractors (e.g. negotiates contract terms; uses standardized contracts; defines deliverables [including service level agreements], and timelines, and signs-off on completion). 

·         Leads cross-functional communication between retail business units (merchandising, marketing, and store operations) and suppliers to ensure successful execution of merchandising programs; drafts timely and effective communication materials to be distributed to retail operations division.

·         Builds trusted relationships with agents and suppliers.

·         Leads, manages and prepares presentations and training material for stores; and represents the branch and/or the LDB at meetings, conferences, etc. 

·         Directly supervises a team of up to 3 full-time management level employees. Supervises staff through subordinate supervisors of up to 9+ full-time employees. Leads additional project teams up to 5-10 employees as needed.

·         Supervises all aspects of subordinate employees' performance, including but not limited to providing formal and informal performance assessments; issuing disciplinary sanctions up to and including suspensions and making recommendations to the General Manager for employee termination should the need arise.

·         Coaches, mentors and leads the development and growth of department employees.

·         Monitors and manages budget and expenses for work unit.

·         Performs other related duties as required.

 

Qualifications

A degree, diploma or a certificate in category management, merchandising, marketing or a related discipline with a minimum of 4 years of recent, related experience*.

OR

Secondary (high) school diploma or equivalent certificate with a minimum of 7 years of recent, related experience*.

*Recent, related experience must have occurred within the last 8 years and must include the following:

·         Experience in a senior level role overseeing or developing merchandising plans or trade marketing initiatives at a corporate level.

·         Experience with overseeing the creation and execution of merchandising strategies, including space allocation, product placement, and promotional displays across multiple retail locations.

·         Experience leading and directing the work of staff, establishing priorities, allocating, and managing human and fiscal resources. 

Preference may be given to candidates with related experience in the beverage alcohol industry.

Compensation and Benefits Package:
The salary range for this role is $88,700.23 - $125,700.07 per annum. We understand that attracting top talent requires more than just offering a job—it requires providing a comprehensive benefits package that supports not only the professional growth of our employees but also their overall well-being and work-life balance. Here are some of our highlights:
• Extended health and dental benefits
• Paid time off – 4 weeks to start
• BC Pension Plan
• Parenthood top-up
• Free employee fitness centre and recreational basketball court with equipment at Head Office
• In-house Kinesiologist
• Employee and Family Assistance Plan – free, confidential and easy to access
• Flexible work arrangements
o Flex Days – Up to 17 days per year
o Hybrid work model –Work may be performed on site at least two days per weeks.
• Invest in your future with our professional development programs, including tuition reimbursement, access to specialized courses, and support for obtaining professional designations.
• Plus more!

How To Apply

To be considered for this position, your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the qualification in the job posting. Applicants must meet the requirements as described below to be considered:
• A cover letter is required as part of your application. The content and/or format of your cover letter may be evaluated as part of the assessment process.
• Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments, employment history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying.
Note: Applications will only be accepted via the BC Public Service Recruitment System until February 3, 2025 at 11:00pm Pacific Time. For full details about this position and to apply online visit: https://bcpublicservice.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/Posting/view/118889

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