Associate Buyer, Lifestyles

About the Role

Total Wine & More is seeking an Associate Buyer to support the Lifestyle buying team on-site in Bethesda, MD. In this role, you will partner cross-functionally with internal and external business partners while supporting multiple departments to help achieve business results. You will assist with project tracking, reporting, item analysis, and assortment maintenance across the Lifestyle categories. This is a great opportunity for someone who is detail-oriented, collaborative, and interested in developing merchandising and buying experience within the "& More" business. You will report to the Senior Manager, Lifestyles.

You will

• Support the Sr. Manager in executing category strategies for glassware, barware, and alcohol-related gifts and accessories while maintaining assortment and item setup accuracy.
• Assist with onboarding new products, coordinating with internal teams and vendors to support timely launches and resolve operational issues.
• Prepare, analyze, and distribute weekly selling reports and performance summaries to support business decisions and identify trends.
• Coordinate and support cross-functional projects and sales-driving initiatives to help ensure deadlines, deliverables, and business objectives are met.
• Partner with internal teams, including Digital and Supply Chain, to maintain accurate product content, system data, and a strong customer experience.

You will come with

• Bachelors Degree preferred
• 01+ years of merchandising, retail, buying, or related experience
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including maintaining spreadsheets and basic reporting
• Interest in merchandising, product assortment, and retail operations

We offer

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Generous store discounts
• Health care plans (medical, prescription, dental, vision)
• 401(k), HSA, FSA, Pre-tax commuter benefits
• Disability & life insurance coverage
• Paid parental leave
• Pet insurance
• Critical illness and accident insurance
• Discounted home and auto insurance
• College tuition assistance
• Career development & product training
• Consumer classes
• & More!

Crafted for you

We recognize our team members are our biggest asset, and we value the critical role each play in contributing to the companys success. It is our commitment to support and provide access to the resources needed to take care of their health and wellbeing. That is why we offer a variety of benefits, tools, and resources to support through our Total Rewards program. To view our full career page, click here: https://careers.totalwine.com/!

Total Wine & More considers several factors when establishing compensation. Compensation may vary based on a number of factors including, but not limited to, market location, job-related knowledge, skills and/or experience. The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Estimated salaries determined by third parties have not been validated by Total Wine & More.

Total Wine & More is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Total Wine & More makes reasonable accommodations during all aspects of the employment process, including during the interview process. Total Wine & More is a Drug Free Workplace.

The information provided above indicates the general nature and level of work required of the position and is not a comprehensive list of all responsibilities or qualifications. Benefits list is only a highlight of some of the benefits offered to team members; eligibility for certain benefits apply. The anticipated close date of this posting is 120 days from the posted date indicated above.

Worker Type:

Regular

Pay Range:

$62,640.00 - $88,004.80 Annual