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M.S. Walker, Inc. · 22 hours ago

Wine and Spirits Portfolio Manager

positionNorwood, MA
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
senioritySenior Level, Lead/Staff
date10+ years exp

M.S. Walker, Inc. is a family-owned wine and spirits importer and distributor founded in 1933, and they are seeking a Wine and Spirits Portfolio Manager. This role focuses on portfolio strategy, pricing, forecasting, and supplier management to drive brand profitability through collaboration with various internal teams.

Wine And Spirits
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Growth Opportunities
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H1B Sponsor Likelynote

Responsibilities

Serve as the internal owner of assigned supplier portfolios
Maintain strong, collaborative relationships with supplier partners and internal leadership
Develop and execute supplier programs, incentives, and strategic initiatives
Communicate all approved programs to Purchasing, Sales Operations, and Finance with clear timelines and forecasts
Lead pricing strategy, margin analysis, and competitive positioning for assigned portfolios
Coordinate with Finance and Purchasing to implement pricing programs, incentives, and supplier support
Ensure timely and accurate communication of all pricing changes and promotional activity
Support profitability targets through disciplined pricing and cost management
Forecast depletions based on historical data, promotional calendars, and market trends
Partner with Purchasing and Logistics to ensure inventory levels support planned programming
Monitor sell-through and inventory performance and adjust forecasts as needed
Own supplier gross profit performance and budget tracking
Manage compliance with credit terms
Oversee item setup and maintain accurate, up-to-date supplier item data in ERP systems
Ensure operational accuracy across pricing, SKUs, and supplier records
Act as a key internal partner to Sales, Operations, Finance, and Creative Services
Provide reporting, insights, and planning support to the field sales team
Balance long-term portfolio strategy with daily operational priorities

Qualification

Supplier relationship managementPricing strategyFinancial modelingInventory managementBeverage alcohol distributionExcel proficiencyPower BI proficiencyERP systemsAnalytical mindsetCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsCollaboration skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field preferred
10+ years of brand or portfolio management experience in the spirits industry
Beverage alcohol distribution experience required
Strong understanding of pricing structures, supplier programming, and inventory management
Proficiency in Excel, Power BI, and ERP systems

Benefits

Medical & Dental Insurance
Vision Coverage
Paid-Time-Off Program
Fidelity Investments 401k
Disability, Life, Accident & Illness Insurance Packages
Discounted Fitness Memberships
Free & Discounted Work/Life Resources
Career Advancement Opportunities
On-Demand Professional & Leadership Development Through M.S. Walker University

Company

M.S. Walker, Inc.

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M.S. Walker is a wine & spirits company providing Fine Wine and Spirits Distribution services.
dateFounded in 1933
location
Norwood, Massachusetts, USA
people-size201-500 employees
web-link
http://mswalker.com

H1B Sponsorship

M.S. Walker, Inc. has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2022 (1)
2020 (1)

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage

Leadership Team

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Jeff Allen
Chief operating officer NY/NJ
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