BEER-WINE-LIQR/LEAD CLERK

Kroger; Wauwatosa (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Flexible scheduling

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Associate discounts

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Kroger in Milwaukee, WI seeks a Department Manager for Beer/Wine/Spirits to lead daily operations, drive sales, and ensure exceptional customer service. You will supervise staff, manage schedules, and uphold safety and quality standards across the department.

The role requires 21+ years old, retail and liquor knowledge, and the ability to handle pressure while delivering strong results. On-site work with potential for growth and training opportunities within Kroger.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age
• Clear, effective communication skills
• Knowledge of basic math (counting, addition, subtraction)
• Ability to handle stressful situations

Responsibilities

• Promote trust and respect among associates.
• Communicate information to associates about company, department, and job specifics.
• Establish performance goals for the department and empower associates to meet them.
• Develop adequate scheduling to manage customer volume during hours of operation.
• Train and develop associates and participate in performance appraisals.
• Adhere to local, state and federal laws and company guidelines.
• Create a welcoming environment and educate customers about products in the department.
• Implement department business plans and sales promotions with store management.
• Prepare and review seasonal critiques for the sales/merchandising supervisor.
• Assist in budgeting, P&L reviews and action on financial reports.
• Maintain inventory awareness and update shelf tags and promotions.

Skills

Effective communication

Math skills

Stress management

Management experience

Beer/Wine/Liquor knowledge

Retail experience

Second language

Education

High school education or equivalent

Job description

Create an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service. Establish and maintain a safe and clean environment that encourages our customers to return. Achieve sales and profit goals established for the department, and monitor and control all established quality assurance standards. Direct and supervise all functions, duties and activities for the department. Support the day-to-day functions of the Beer/Wine/Spirits operations. Embrace the Customer 1st strategy and encourage associates to deliver excellent customer service. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.

Responsibilities

• Promote trust and respect among associates.
• Communicate company, department, and job specific information to associates.
• Establish performance goals for department and empower associates to meet or exceed targets.
• Develop adequate scheduling to manage customer volume throughout hours of operation.
• Train and develop associates on performance of their job and participate in the performance appraisal process.
• Adhere to all local, state and federal laws, and company guidelines.
• Create an environment that enables customers to feel welcome, important and appreciated by answering questions regarding products sold within the department and throughout the store.
• Offer product samples, consistent with company guidelines and applicable laws, to help customers discover new items or products they inquire about.
• Inform customers of Beer/Wine/Spirit specials.
• Display a positive attitude.
• Develop and implement a department business plan to achieve desired results.
• Create and execute sales promotions in partnership with store management.
• Inform and educate department associates about current, upcoming and special in- store promotions, especially promotions that affect the Beer/Wine/Spirits.
• Prepare and submit seasonal critiques for the sales and merchandising supervisor.
• Implement the period promotional plan for the department.
• Assist store management in preparing the store/department budget, profit and loss reviews, and take appropriate action on all financial reports.
• Maintain an awareness of inventory/stocking conditions; note any discrepancies in inventory.
• Schedule daily, weekly and monthly price changes by updating shelf tags and promotional signs.
• Train department associates on inventory/stocking and Computer Assisted Ordering.
• Ensure proper temperatures in cases and coolers are maintained and temperature logs are maintained.
• Reinforce safety programs by complying with safety procedures and identify unsafe conditions and notify store management.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Qualifications

Minimum

• Must be 21 years of age
• Effective communication skills
• Knowledge of basic math (counting, addition, and subtraction)
• Ability to handle stressful situations

• High school education or equivalent preferred
• Management experience preferred
• Beer/Wine/Liquor experience
• Familiar with industry terms and processes
• Retail experience
• Knowledge of imported and domestic varieties, the flavor profiles and how they are made
• Knowledge of industry trends in specialty wines and beers as they relate to the customer
• Second language (speaking, reading and/or writing)

Job Info

• Job Identification 239778
• Job Category Store Operations
• Posting Date 10/12/2026, 06:58 PM
• Locations 6950 W State St, Milwaukee, WI, 53213, US (On-site)

The Kroger Family of Companies offers comprehensive benefits to support your Associate Well-Being, including Physical, Emotional, Financial and more. We'll help you thrive, with access to:

• A wide range of healthcare coverage, including affordable, comprehensive medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, through company plans or collective bargaining agreement plans.
• Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles with paid time off, including holiday and sick pay based on eligibility and length of service.
• Emotional and financial support with free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program and free, confidential financial tools and coaching.
• Valuable associate discounts on purchases, including food, travel, technology and so much more.
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career, through our industry-leading Continuing Education program.
• Vast potential for growth, through an abundance of industry-leading training programs and diverse career pathways.

From one tiny Cincinnati grocery store more than a century ago, we’ve grown into what today is the nation’s largest grocer with nearly 2,800 stores in 35 states operating under 28 different names. As America’s grocer, we take pride in bringing diverse teams with a passion for food and people together with one common purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. With a history of innovation, we work tirelessly to create amazing experiences for our customers, communities AND each other, with food at the heart of it all.

Here, people matter. That’s why we strive to provide the ingredients you need to create your own recipe for success at work and in life. We help feed your future by providing the value and care you need to grow. If you’re caring, purpose-driven and hungry to learn, your potential is unlimited.

Whether you’re seeking a part-time position or a new career path, we’ve got a fresh opportunity for you.