Category Manager, Beverages

Category Manager - Beverages

Location: Boca Raton, FL | Retail | 5+ Years Experience

 

We are seeking a commercially driven Category Manager to lead the Beverages, Alcohol, and Tobacco portfolio, with primary focus on Beverages and Alcohol. Tobacco is a smaller component of the category. This role owns strategy, assortment, vendor partnerships, and overall financial performance.

Candidates may come from beverage distribution, wine and spirits retail leadership, or beverage sales backgrounds transitioning into category management. Grocery retail experience is not required.

 

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and execute category strategy to drive sales, margin, and inventoryperformance

Manage assortment, pricing, promotions, and merchandising plans

Analyze financial and market data to identify growth opportunities

Build strong supplier relationships and negotiate favorable terms

Forecast sales, gross profit, and inventory to support annual budgets

Partner cross-functionally with Pricing, Replenishment, and Operations

Lead and develop a Category Assistant

 

Qualifications:

5+ years of relevant experience in beverages, alcohol, or related categories

Background in beverage distribution, wine and spirits retail management, or beverage sales strongly considered

Professional experience managing alcoholic beverage categories is a must

Strong analytical and financial acumen

Advanced Excel proficiency

Proven leadership and negotiation skills

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States