Associate Buyer, THC

Retail Services & Systems, Inc; North Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 63,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Store discounts

Health care plans (medical, dental,视on

401(k)

HSA, FSA

Pre-tax commuter benefits

Disability & life insurance

Parental leave

Pet insurance

Tuition assistance

Career development & product training

Job summary

Total Wine & More is seeking an Associate Buyer, THC in Bethesda, MD to support the THC beverage category. You will assist with item setup, supplier coordination, reporting, and promotional execution, partnering with cross-functional teams to ensure timely launches and data accuracy.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's in Business/Merchandising and less than 1 year in retail buying; strong Excel/PowerPoint skills and interest in beverage category management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Merchandising, or related field.
• Less than 1 year experience in retail buying/merchandising.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint; BI tools (Power BI, Looker) a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support full item lifecycle including new item setup, compliance, and maintenance.
• Coordinate with suppliers for data, samples, and promotions.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Supply Chain, Legal, Marketing, and Store Operations on launches and programs.
• Monitor sales, margin, and inventory; prepare and distribute reports for decision-making.
• Track promotional activity and merchandising execution for THC products.
• Handle administrative tasks like vendor meetings, sample coordination, and file maintenance.
• Identify process improvements and support best-practice implementation in THC beverages team.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Merchandising, or related field

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Power BI

Looker

Job description

About the RoleTotal Wine & More is seeking an Associate Buyer, THC to join our Merchandising team in Bethesda, MD. In this role, you will support the THC canned beverage category, assisting with new item setup, supplier coordination, reporting, and promotional execution. You will partner closely with cross-functional teams and suppliers to ensure timely launches, accurate product data, and smooth day-to-day operations. This is a great opportunity to gain experience in an emerging category while learning the fundamentals of buying, compliance, and merchandising. You will report to the Director, THC Beverages.You willSupport the full item lifecycle, including new item setup, compliance documentation, and ongoing maintenance, with a strong focus on regulatory requirements and operational accuracy.Partner with suppliers to collect product data, samples, and promotional details; ensure timely follow-up and communication.Coordinate cross-functionally with Supply Chain, Legal, Marketing, and Store Operations to support product launches and category programs.Assist in monitoring sales, margin, and inventory data; prepare and distribute reports to support decision-making.Help track promotional activity and merchandising execution across assigned THC products.Manage administrative tasks including vendor meeting preparation, sample coordination, and file maintenance. Identify opportunities for process improvements and support implementation of best practices within the THC beverage team. Gain exposure to supplier management and category strategy by supporting senior team members on projects and business reviews.You will come withBachelor's Degree Business, Merchandising, or related field preferred.Less than 1 year experience in retail buying, merchandising, or a related role; beverage alcohol or cannabis/THC category exposure a plus.Strong organizational and project management skills with strong attention to detail.Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; experience with BI tools (Power BI, Looker) a plus. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally and with external suppliers.Interest in the beverage industry and motivation to learn category management fundamentals.We offerPaid Time Off (PTO)Generous store discountsHealth care plans (medical, prescription, dental, vision)401(k), HSA, FSA, Pre-tax commuter benefitsDisability & life insurance coveragePaid parental leavePet insuranceCritical illness and accident insuranceDiscounted home and auto insuranceCollege tuition assistanceCareer development & product trainingConsumer classes& More!Crafted for youWe recognize our team members are our biggest asset, and we value the critical role each play in contributing to the company’s success. It is our commitment to support and provide access to the resources needed to take care of their health and wellbeing. That is why we offer a variety of benefits, tools, and resources to support through our Total Rewards program. To view our full career page, click here: https://careers.totalwine.com/!Total Wine & More considers several factors when establishing compensation. Compensation may vary based on a number of factors including, but not limited to, market location, job-related knowledge, skills and/or experience. The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Estimated salaries determined by third parties have not been validated by Total Wine & More.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. The anticipated close date of this posting is 120 days from the posted date indicated above.Worker Type:RegularPay Range:$62,640.00 - $88,004.80 Annual