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Division Director, Consumer Purchasing and Merchandising

State of Utah • Full-time • North Salt Lake, UT, US • $92.10k - $121.80k / year • 3w ago

Salary: $44.38 - $58.38 Hourly
Location : Salt Lake County, UT
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 44283
Agency: 650 Department of Alcoholic Beverage Services
Opening Date: 02/19/2025
Closing Date: 3/2/2025 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA: Exempt
Recruiter: Jessica Camp - jcamp@utah.gov
# of Openings: 1
Location: 1625 S 900 W, Salt Lake City
Background Check: You must successfully pass a criminal history check.
Schedule Code: AR - Employees who make Statewide Policy - This is a career service exempt at will position.
Benefits: This position is eligible for a full benefits package. See benefits tab below for details.
Driver License Requirements: Employees hired for this recruitment will be subject to the Driver Eligibility standards found at the following link: https://adminrules.utah.gov/public/search/driver%20eligibility/Current%20Rules
EEO Statement: The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, dial 711 or TTY: 800-346-4128.

Job Description
Be at the heart of our alcoholic beverage operations! Lead purchasing, merchandising, and inventory strategy for the DABS. If you're a strategic thinker with a passion for the industry and a talent for optimizing operations, this is your chance to make your mark.

Responsibilities

As the Division Director, Consumer Purchasing and Merchandising you will:

Exercise discretion and judgment in managing the administrative and operational functions and serve as technical experts over the Consumer Purchasing and Merchandising division in the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Services.
Plan, implement, coordinate and monitor division operations which includes: buying alcoholic beverage products, store-level inventory management, category management, and merchandising planning.
Develop and draft policies, procedures, rules, legislation, correspondence, etc. Ensure compliance with state and federal law.
Respond to public, private, industry and special interest concerns and GRAMA requests.
Represent agency at legislative, commission and administrative meetings and hearings.
Coordinate program operations with other state, federal and local governmental agencies.
Oversee the preparation of the division's budget and monitor fiscal activity to ensure conformity to goals and budget constraints.
Supervise staff including monitoring and delegating work assignments, providing performance evaluations, hiring and recommending disciplinary actions including terminations.

Minimum Requirements

Strong analytical skills are necessary for evaluating inventory levels, market data, and making informed purchasing decisions.
A deep understanding of the alcoholic beverage industry, including product knowledge, category management, distribution channels, and market trends, is vital.
Demonstrated experience in managing teams, budgets, and complex projects is crucial.
A thorough understanding of relevant state and federal laws and regulations related to the sale and distribution of alcoholic beverages is critical.
5 Years Experience in Supply Chain Management
5 Years experience in People Management
5 year experience in Inventory Category Management
21 years of age or older.
Successfully pass a Criminal History Background check.

Preference(s):

Bachelor's degree and any relevant certifications in supply chain, inventory management, category management, etc. or equivalent experience of 5 or more years of work experience in this field of work.

Why You Should Join Our Team

The DABS is a public enterprise, generating over $580 million in annual revenue. The DABS's mission is multifold: conduct, license, and regulate the sale of alcoholic products in a manner and at prices that reasonably satisfy the public demand, while also reducing the harmful effects of over consumption of alcoholic products and eliminating underage drinking.

The Agency

For more information about the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control please visit our website athttps://abs.utah.gov/
Summary of Benefits Offered
Health Insurance - Public Employee Health Program (PEHP):

High deductible option with a low bi-weekly premium as well as employer contributions into a health savings account to help with out of pocket medical costs.
Traditional plan with a low cost bi-weekly premium.
Low premium costs for dental and vision insurance.

Retirement - Utah Retirement Systems (URS):

Employer contributions equal to 10% of your salary between both a pension and 401(k) plan or a 401(k) only plan.
Employer match of up to $26 per paycheck into your 401(k) on top of what you will already be receiving.
Employer contributions to your 401(k) are vested after four years.

Paid time off:

Eligible employees may accrue 4 hours of annual leave and 4 hours of sick leave each pay period. (Annual leave accrual rate increases with years of service).
12 paid holidays.

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The Division of Human Resource Management rules regarding promotions and transfers apply to current state employees.
Supplemental Information

Risks found in the typical office setting, which is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated, e.g., safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc.
Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying light items; driving an automobile, etc. Special physical demands are not required to perform the work.

Supplemental Information

Risks found in the typical office setting, which is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated, e.g., safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc.
Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying light items; driving an automobile, etc. Special physical demands are not required to perform the work.

Benefits:
The State of Utah offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for a detailed information page: To access a Total Compensation Calculator in Excel format click

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By law, applicants for employment with the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Services cannot have *FELONY CONVICTIONS within the last 7 years. *VIOLATIONS concerning the sale, manufacturing, distribution, warehousing or transportation of an alcoholic beverage or a CRIME OF MORAL TURPITUDE (crimes against persons or property, crimes of theft or fraud, crimes involving controlled substances, illegal drugs and narcotics, etc.), within the last 4 years.*TWO OR MORE DUIs within the last 5 years.Applicants with convictions that violate this law cannot be considered for employment.If you have had a criminal conviction as set forth above that disqualifies you from employment, please answer "Yes" to this question. Otherwise, select No.

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Are you at least 21 years of age?

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Do you have any family members that are currently employed with the DABS? If yes, please list their name(s) and the location(s) they work. If none, type n/a.
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