VP, Category Services & Data Intelligence Job Listing at RNDC in Atlanta, GA (Job ID 1247967100)

Description

Republic National Distributing Company (RNDC) is a family-owned business with roots extending before Prohibition that has evolved into one of the nation's largest wine and spirits wholesalers. Our success is grounded in our core values of Family, Service, Accountability, Honesty, and Professionalism. We offer a vibrant, inclusive culture and workplace experience for individuals who want a career that makes them feel accomplished and engaged. RNDC values the health and well-being of our associates, inside and outside the office, offering dynamic health and wellness benefits that supply exceptional care and value. RNDC is geared toward growing our footprint and our people. Join our team of energetic professionals who believe in many happy hours and are experts in our craft.

This position is exclusively open to individuals who are either current associates or have previously been employed by RNDC. Applications from external candidates who do not meet these criteria will not be considered. 

he Vice President of Category Services and Data Intelligence leads RNDC's Category Services division and Data Intelligence functions, driving strategic insights and actions across corporate, supplier, and state levels. This role focuses on leveraging data insights and category management to optimize products, enhance customer experience, and support business growth. Collaborating across functions, the VP develops and implements advanced category management strategies to align corporate and state sales operations with supplier partners, ensuring objectives are met and exceeded.

• Analyze market trends, consumer insights, and competitive dynamics to identify growth opportunities and inform category strategies.
• Leverage advanced analytics to generate actionable insights from market, consumer, and sales data.
• Define category goals, objectives, and KPIs, and establish frameworks to measure progress.
• Drive customer- and supplier-centric strategies by understanding consumer behavior and preferences within the beverage industry.
• Collaborate with marketing, sales, strategy, and supplier excellence teams to align and execute category plans effectively.
• Monitor category performance, identify improvement opportunities, and provide data-driven recommendations.
• Build strong partnerships with stakeholders, customers, and suppliers, developing joint business plans and KPIs to drive sales and distribution success.
• Lead and mentor a high-performing Category Services and Data Intelligence team.
• Select and manage data and software vendors to maintain best-in-class category capabilities.
• Stay updated on industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies, recommending innovative initiatives for the beverage industry.
• Oversee regional Category Services teams to align with statewide sales goals and supplier plans, ensuring mutual success for RNDC, customers, and suppliers.
   

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, marketing, or a related field required; MBA preferred.
• 10 or more years of relevant experience, including on- and off-premise (retail) sales with an alcoholic beverage wholesaler or supplier; manager-of-manager experience preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education and 12–14 years of experience in category management, sales, or a related focus area preferred.
• Strong proficiency in data analysis tools, techniques, and systems such as Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI, and other relevant RNDC platforms (e.g., MicroStrategy).
• Ability to analyze business opportunities, craft persuasive presentations, and write business proposals or executive reports using innovative approaches.
• Expertise in assessing problems, collecting data, and developing actionable solutions with sound critical thinking and analytical skills.
• Ability to travel up to 35% of the time, including regular visits to chain units and corporate buying locations.
   

• 401(k) with company matching 
• Medical, dental and vision benefits* 
• Paid Time Off Program – work your way up to 5 weeks of PTO a year with the ability to carryover unused PTO 
• Paid volunteer time 
• Paid parental leave 
• Paid caregivers leave 
• Fertility benefits  
• Paid training 
• Company paid life insurance, short-term disability, and company-paid holidays 
• Associate resource groups, and diversity, equity, and inclusion programs available for all associates 

 
*Participation in these programs is subject to applicable wait periods and all plan and program terms and eligibility 
 
COVID-19 considerations: 
We follow CDC Guidelines and have a fun and safe environment for our teams. 
 

Previous experience in the Wine and Spirits industry.

Republic National Distributing Company and National Distributing Company are Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employers. It is our policy not to discriminate against any Employee or Applicant. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability. This policy of nondiscrimination in employment includes but is not limited to: recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, employment advertising or solicitations, compensation, layoff or termination of employment.
 
RNDC is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to people with disabilities throughout the job application and interview process, to the point of undue hardship. If you require an accommodation during the application or interview process, please click here.