Product Manager, Merchandising - Retail Operations

About the BCLDB:

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.

Retail Operations, encompassing the three retail business units of Merchandising, Marketing and Store Operations, is responsible for the strategic direction and operations of the 198 BCLIQUOR Stores. The Retail division develops and executes key strategies to drive business/ revenue, creates systems and processes 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 this role:

The Product Manager is a key point of contact for industry and trade associations and acts as an internal subject matter expert for beverage alcohol sub-categories. This role is responsible for cluster planning cycles and assortment planning execution along with handling detail on sub-category planning, supplier outreach with listing applications, benchmark execution and product quality control. This position manages the new BCL initiatives to drive sales and ensures internal product information is up to date by conducting ongoing reviews and outreach with suppliers.

The Product Manager maintains direct relationships with varying levels of industry stakeholders and supplier contacts to formally present on sub-categories. This role is responsible for internal and external sub-category communication, training and championing all elements of sub-category execution across the organization.

A criminal record check is required.

Candidates must have the ability to travel overnight within the Province of British Columbia.

For complete details about this opportunity, including accountabilities, please refer to the attached job description, also located in the Additional Information section at the bottom of the posting.

An eligibility list for permanent or temporary future opportunities may be established.

Position requirements:

Education and Experience:

Diploma in category management, merchandising or a related discipline and a minimum of 3 years of recent, related experience*.

OR

Secondary (high) school diploma or equivalent certificate with 4 years of recent, related experience*.

*Recent, related experience must have occurred within the last 7 years and must include the following:

• Experience in category management, category planning and/or brand planning.
• Experience in reviewing and utilizing category data to drive strategic decision-making.
• Experience working with internal and external stakeholders.

Preference may be given to candidates with experience in any of the following:

• Experience in the beverage alcohol industry.
• Experience in providing coaching, training, and assigning tasks to support staff.

Application instructions:

To be considered for this position, your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the education and experience as outlined in the position requirements section above. Applicants selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on the knowledge, skills, abilities and competencies as outlined in the attached Job Description. 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.

For specific position-related enquiries, please contact Evelyn Chen, HR Advisor, Talent at evelyn.y.chen@bcldb.com.

Only applications submitted using the BC Public Service Recruitment System on this website will be accepted. For information about how to create or update your profile, please refer to the attached Application Instructions or refer to the Job Application page on the MyHR website. Find more information on the recruitment process, including helpful tips and videos about the application process, visit the Your Job Application page of MyHR. Gain insights into the hiring journey by joining a Career Conversation. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, visit the Technical Assistance page of MyHR.

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:00pm Pacific Time on the closing date of the competition.

Working for the BC Public Service:

The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

This position is eligible for flexible work arrangements, such as a hybrid work combination of in-office and work-from-home, following the guidelines established for flexible workplaces.

The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to applicants that self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, status or non-status, Métis, or Inuit) seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. For guidance on applying and interviewing, please contact IndigenousApplicants@gov.bc.ca or 778-405-3452.

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