About the Role

Total Wine & More is seeking a Senior Associate Buyer, Hard Beverage to join our Merchandising team on-site in our Bethesda, MD office. In this role, you will support the Hard Beverage category-which includes seltzers, canned cocktails, and other ready-to-drink products-by managing supplier relationships, new item setup, pricing, and promotional execution. You will analyze sales and margin data, support assortment planning, and ensure flawless execution of programs in partnership with cross-functional teams. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, analytical, and highly collaborative environment with a passion for the evolving hard beverage space. You will report to the Director, Beer & Hard Beverage.

You will

• Support the Manager, Hard Beverage, in managing supplier relationships and independently oversee assigned supplier accounts
• Manage the new item process from setup through launch, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and alignment with promotional and assortment strategies
• Partner cross-functionally with Supply Chain, Pricing, Marketing, and Store Operations to ensure successful product execution and promotional readiness
• Analyze category sales, margin, and inventory performance to identify trends, risks, and opportunities; make data-driven recommendations to drive results
• Collaborate with suppliers and internal teams to generate preorder quantities and ensure alignment with assortment and inventory strategies
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency and drive business results
• Responsible for managing display planning deadlines and execution for Hard Beverage items
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the category and merchandising team

You will come with

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Merchandising, or a related field preferred
• 1-4 years' experience in buying, category management, or vendor management within retail, food, or beverage industries
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret sales and financial data
• Advanced Excel skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office 365; experience with Power BI or other analytics tools preferred
• Excellent communication, organization, and relationship-building skills
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Passion for the beverage industry and an interest in consumer and category trends
• Attention to detail

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!

Grow with us

Total Wine & More is the country's largest independent retailer of fine wine, beer and spirits, and we continue to grow our footprint year over year. Total Wine offers exciting and unique career opportunities across the country and in our corporate office. Our strength is our people. We have a commitment to training and career growth, all in an environment that values new ideas and teamwork. If you share our entrepreneurial spirit and a passion for providing best-in-class customer experience, take a moment to apply or learn more at https://careers.totalwine.com/!

Total Wine & More considers several factors when establishing compensation. Estimated salaries determined by third parties have not been validated by Total Wine & More. Compensation may vary based on a number of factors including, but not limited to, market location, job-related knowledge, skills and/or experience.

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.