Loblaw is hiring a Director, Sourcing - Wine, Beer & Spirits in Brampton, Ontario. Reporting to the Senior Director, Liquor, Nicotine and Cannabis, this leader will shape sourcing strategy, supplier relationships and product assortment.

Responsibilities

- Set the strategic sourcing vision for wine, beer and spirits, identifying opportunities to strengthen assortment, competitiveness, quality and value.
- Lead commercial negotiations and build partnerships with producers, suppliers, agents and industry partners in Canada and internationally.
- Identify emerging products and trends, and use market, consumer and competitive insights to guide sourcing decisions.
- Manage sourcing-related financial outcomes, including product costs, inventory productivity, margin and contribution to category P&L.;
- Partner with merchandising, category, banner, supply chain, marketing and other teams to bring sourcing strategies to market.




- Maintain knowledge of regulatory environments and develop external relationships with regulatory bodies and industry associations.
- Coach and develop a high-performing team.

Qualifications

- Post-secondary education or equivalent relevant experience.
- At least five years of progressive experience in sourcing, procurement, merchandising, category management, business development or commercial leadership.
- Experience leading complex negotiations and senior-level supplier relationships.
- Financial acumen, including forecasting, modelling, margin management and P&L; performance.
- Beverage alcohol industry experience, education or training, including WSET, is an asset.

Hiring range: $120,000-$154,000 per year. The posting states this is an existing vacancy.

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📌 Director, Sourcing – Wine, Beer & Spirits (Brampton)
🏢 Skillhub Solutions
📍 Brampton