Job Title:  DWS Manager

What You Need To Know

Shape a remarkable future with us. Build a career working for an industry leader that truly invests in their people – and equips them with leading technology, continuous learning, and the ability to bring their best selves to work. As the premier wine and spirits distributor, Southern Glazer’s isn't just one of Forbes’ Top Private Companies; it's a family-owned business with deep roots dating back to 1933.

The reputation of Southern Glazer’s is well-established, and it's no surprise that we are regularly recognized for our culture. Southern Glazer’s has been recognized by Newsweek as one of America’s Greatest Workplaces for Inclusion and Diversity, as well as for Women and Parents and Families. These accolades speak volumes about our commitment to creating a supportive and inclusive culture of belonging for all employees.

As a full-time employee, you can choose from a wide-ranging menu of our Top Shelf Benefits, including comprehensive medical and prescription drug coverage, dental and vision plans, tax-saving Flexible Spending Accounts, disability coverage, life insurance plans, and a 401(k) plan. We also offer tuition assistance, a wellness program, parental leave, vacation accrual, paid sick leave, and more.

By joining Southern Glazer’s, you would be part of a team that values excellence, innovation, and community. This is more than just a job – it's an opportunity to build the future of beverage distribution and grow with a company that truly cares about its people.

Overview

Oversee the day-to-day operations of the Direct Warehouse Sales division which include a combination of Accounting, Sales, Merchandising, Customer Service, and Personnel Management experience.

Primary Responsibilities

• Enforce all Southern Glazer’s Wine and Spirits (SGWS) policies and guidelines as well as adhere to all alcohol beverage control laws and regulations
• Train and handle day to day supervision of store personnel in regards to cash, invoicing, customer service, and product knowledge, in addition to store appearance
• Develop in-store programs to increase sales volume
• Oversee monthly “priority” brands and displays at all locations
• Ensure correct pricing and placement of the product in the locations
• Work closely with suppliers to develop relationships and incentives
• Build, maintain, and nurture strong and productive business relationships
• Understand and make decisions on credit issues, product needs, and individualized service requirements of accounts
• Perform other work-related duties assigned by the Director and be assigned to different direct warehouse sales (DWS) locations as needed
• Sales, merchandising, customer service, accounting, and personnel management are all combined responsibilities of this role
• Perform other duties as assigned

Additional Primary Responsibilities

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or related discipline
• 8-10 years of experience in industry-related experience
• Understanding of basic accounting procedures
• Wine/Industry knowledge to include a basic understanding of distribution, wine varietals, and leading spirit categories
• Knowledge in balancing daily cash receipts
• Knowledge of customer service concepts and techniques; ability to meet or exceed customer needs and expectations and provide excellent service in a direct or indirect manner
• Demonstrates the ability to draw conclusions and inferences from data
• Proficiency using high mathematical concepts such as fractions, algebra, statistics, mathematical modeling, and, to some extent, calculus
• Proficiency using Microsoft Excel spreadsheets in creating pivot tables, develop charts, and formula

Physical Demands

• Physical demands include a considerable amount of time walking, bending, reaching, standing, squatting, and stooping
• Must be able to regularly sit and operate machinery such as a forklift
• May require working at heights of 8 feet or greater
• Additional hours may be required during October, November, and December and other peak periods
• Must be able to frequently lift/lower, push, carry, or pull 56lbs

EEO Statement

Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits, an Affirmative Action/EEO employer, prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. SGWS complies with all federal, state and local laws concerning consideration of a qualified applicant's arrest and/or criminal conviction records. Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits provides competitive compensation based on estimated performance level consistent with the past relevant experience, knowledge, skills, abilities and education of employees. Unless otherwise expressly stated, any pay ranges posted here are estimates from outside of Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits and do not reflect Southern Glazer's pay bands or ranges.