Beer Buyer & Category Growth Strategist

Made In Oregon; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Made In Oregon is seeking a Beer Buyer to curate our beer assortment, source high-quality beers, and negotiate favorable terms with breweries and distributors. You will analyze sales trends and market developments to inform purchasing decisions that support inventory profitability and customer satisfaction.

This role emphasizes building strong supplier relationships, ensuring regulatory compliance on alcoholic beverages, and driving category growth within our retail operation in Portland, Oregon.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; associate degree or higher preferred.
• 2+ years purchasing, procurement, or category management in retail/bev.
• Understanding of Oregon beer categories and brands.
• Proven negotiation skills and supplier management experience.
• Familiarity with inventory management systems and sales analytics tools.

Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate potential beer suppliers and products to expand beer assortment.
• Negotiate pricing, delivery terms, and contracts with breweries and distributors to secure best value.
• Monitor inventory levels and sales data to forecast demand and adjust purchasing plans.
• Ensure compliance with laws and policies related to alcoholic beverages purchasing and sales.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships for effective communication and problem resolution.

Skills

Negotiation

Vendor relationships

Inventory management

Sales analytics

Purchasing experience

Beer knowledge

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree or higher in business or related field

Job description

Made In Oregon is seeking a Beer Buyer to curate our beer assortment, source high-quality beers, and negotiate favorable terms with breweries and distributors. You will analyze sales trends and market developments to inform purchasing decisions that support inventory profitability and customer satisfaction.

This role emphasizes building strong supplier relationships, ensuring regulatory compliance on alcoholic beverages, and driving category growth within our retail operation in Portland, Oregon.