Jobs in Richardson, TX

Shape a remarkable future with us. Build a career working for an industry leader that truly invests in their people – and equips them with leading technology, continuous learning, and the ability to bring their best selves to work. As the preeminent wine and spirits distributor, Southern Glazer’s isn't just one of Forbes’ Top Private Companies; it's a family-owned business with deep roots dating back to 1933.

Southern Glazer’s is proud of its well-earned positive reputation, continually achieving accolades for our outstanding workplace culture. We take pride in creating a culture where our people are valued, supported, and provided opportunities for growth and belonging.

As a full-time employee, you can choose from a wide-ranging menu of our Top Shelf Benefits, including comprehensive medical and prescription drug coverage, dental and vision plans, tax-saving Flexible Spending Accounts, disability coverage, life insurance plans, and a 401(k) plan. We also offer tuition assistance, a wellness program, parental leave, vacation accrual, paid sick leave, and more.

By joining Southern Glazer’s, you would be part of a team that values excellence, innovation, and community. This is more than just a job – it's an opportunity to build the future of beverage distribution and grow with a company that truly cares about its people.

Southern Glazer’s offers a competitive compensation package with a salary of $44000 / year plus incentives and auto allowance/reimbursement. This salary range is an average range for this position. In determining a final offer, the company will evaluate a specific candidate's education, skills and experience and will make an offer appropriately.

The Sales Consultant represents Southern Glazer’s in the market as a member of the Southern Glazer’s family. This individual is passionate, innovative, and self-motivated with a business-oriented and customer-focused mindset. The Sales Consultant’s primary responsibilities are to visit the customer, have the right consultative sales conversations, and increase sales revenue. Face-to-face consultative selling built on trusting relationships drives maximum value to our customer and supplier partners as well as to the SGWS organization.

• Build positive, credible, lasting customer relationships based on trust
• Discover and identify customer business growth needs
• Develop a customer business growth plan for each account and build a pipeline of selling opportunities to drive incremental sales above base business
• Analyze data and insights to increase sales, grow customer business, and better achieve objectives
• Regularly and consistently pre-plan account visits with an agenda, service purpose, and selling opportunities documented in CRM (Proof)
• Prioritize sales activities to achieve objectives based on each customer business growth plan
• Visit accounts regularly, capture visit notes, and build visit plans considering previous visit outcomes and document in CRM (Proof)
• Maintain deep knowledge of SGWS products and correctly present and position them in each account
• Propose selling solutions to each customer and win the sale using consultative selling skills
• Achieve internal SGWS and supplier objectives as prioritized by management
• Manage customer issue resolution, seek additional opportunities to support the customer’s needs, and support business growth by providing customers with useful information and guidance
• Adapt the selling approach based on each customer’s buying styles and individual business needs
• Be knowledgeable and experienced in all accounts staying current with what competitors are offering and how SGWS products are positioned relative to the competition
• Document and maintain account- and customer-specific information in CRM (Proof)
• Participate in sales meetings, on-site training, and supplier events as required
• Perform other duties as assigne

• Able to analyze and understand data and information
• Able to leverage SGWS technology to perform duties and responsibilities
• Able to build and structure customer presentations and product proposals
• Proficient in using mobile devices (e.g., iPad®, smartphone) and online communication techniques (email, posting, texting, etc.) in a professional manner
• Able to consistently achieve results, even under tough circumstances
• Able to take responsibility for own actions and results; commits to providing a consistently high level of service to customers, suppliers, colleagues, and management
• Able to communicate effectively through various methods and express self clearly and concisely while appropriately tailoring the message to the audience
• Able to be nimble in ambiguity; be open to change; embrace innovative ideas
• Team player; works collaboratively with others
• Able to work in a fast-paced, results-driven environment
• Must possess a reliable vehicle, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to obtain and maintain auto liability insurance on their vehicle in compliance with SGWS company requirements.
• High School Diploma or GED required
• Able to travel as needed
• Must be at least 21 years of age

•  Physical demands with activity or condition for a considerable amount of time may include sitting and typing/keyboarding using a computer (e.g., keyboard, mouse, and monitor) or mobile device
• Physical demands with activity or condition may include walking, bending, reaching, standing, squatting, and stooping
• Physical demands with activity or condition for a considerable amount of time include driving throughout the day with segments up to 2 hours
• May require lifting/lowering, pushing, carrying, or pulling up to 48lbs

Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits, an Affirmative Action/EEO employer, prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. SGWS complies with all federal, state and local laws concerning consideration of a qualified applicant's arrest and/or criminal conviction records. Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits provides competitive compensation based on estimated performance level consistent with the past relevant experience, knowledge, skills, abilities and education of employees. Unless otherwise expressly stated, any pay ranges posted here are estimates from outside of Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits and do not reflect Southern Glazer's pay bands or ranges.

If you have any questions or concerns about whether this posting complies/adheres with local pay transparency requirements, please contact the SGWS talent acquisition team at

Location: Richardson, TX (HQ)

Company: Sara’s Mediterranean Market

Reports to: COO / CEO

Department: Merchandising & Operations

Sara’s Mediterranean Market is a high-volume, family-owned specialty grocery and food retailer preparing for its next phase of growth, including a second flagship location and future expansion. We are seeking an experienced Director of Purchasing & Supply Chain to lead all procurement, category management, and inventory strategy across the business.

This role is responsible for owning margin, availability, and vendor strategy across grocery and related categories. The ideal candidate brings deep grocery procurement experience, strong vendor negotiation skills, and the ability to build scalable systems and discipline as the company grows.

This is a hands-on leadership role with high visibility and direct impact on profitability and operational excellence.

• Own purchasing strategy across all grocery and related categories, including dry goods, specialty imports, frozen, dairy, beverage, and private label.
• Lead SKU rationalization, assortment planning, and category performance reviews.
• Develop and execute category-level margin, pricing, and promotion strategies.

• Lead all vendor negotiations, including cost reductions, payment terms, freight, rebates, and promotional funding.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships while continuously improving cost structure and service levels.
• Identify and onboard new vendors aligned with quality, authenticity, and margin objectives.

• Establish inventory discipline including open-to-buy, turns, min/max, and forecasting processes.
• Reduce out-of-stocks, overstocks, and dead inventory.
• Partner with operations and finance to align purchasing with sales forecasts and cash-flow targets.

• Implement scalable purchasing systems, controls, and reporting.
• Improve PO accuracy, receiving compliance, and shrink reduction.
• Develop backup coverage and eliminate single-point dependencies in purchasing processes.

• Partner closely with COO, GM, Finance, Operations, and Merchandising teams.
• Provide clear reporting on margins, turns, vendor performance, and category health.
• Hire, train, and develop future buyers or category managers as the business scales.

• 7+ years of progressive experience in grocery procurement, category management, or supply chain leadership.
• Experience in a $50M+ grocery or specialty retail environment.
• Proven success managing multi-category purchasing and vendor negotiations.
• Strong financial acumen with demonstrated impact on margin and inventory turns.
• Advanced Excel and ERP / inventory system proficiency.

• Experience with retailers such as H-E-B, Central Market, Sprouts, Whole Foods, Costco, or similar.
• Private label or proprietary brand experience.
• Multi-unit or expansion-stage company experience.

• Highly organized and detail-oriented
• Data-driven decision maker
• Comfortable holding vendors and internal teams accountable
• Strong communicator with executive presence
• Able to operate independently and make decisive recommendations
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment

• High-impact leadership role with direct influence on profitability and growth
• Opportunity to build best-in-class procurement systems from the ground up
• Work with a passionate, quality-driven leadership team
• Be part of a respected, family-owned brand entering its next growth chapter

Competitive base salary plus performance-based incentive tied to margin improvement, inventory turns, and supply-chain KPIs. Full benefits included.

Apply directly via LinkedIn or email your resume to:

At Heritage Grocers Group, how we work is defined by shared values that include absolute integrity, respect, and collaboration. However, it's more than that; it's smart and highly driven people united in purpose to serve one another.

Bring your energy and unique perspective and you'll have the opportunity to grow with us professionally, personally, and financially. You'll be part of a team that genuinely cares about helping you succeed, and you'll work alongside talented colleagues, while making a difference in our communities.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Department Director, the Category Manager has oversight to center store categories in terms of itemization, innovation, and financial performance. The Category Manager qualifies vendors, evaluates bids, and negotiates prices and terms for purchased goods and services. The role is responsible for organizing and articulating the near and long-term strategic vision of their assigned categories and communicating that vision across the organization.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The essential duties and responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Negotiate costs, promotions, assortment, and other metrics with vendors/suppliers for assigned categories of products managed;
• Analyze sales and profit performance for assigned categories and suppliers/vendors and make appropriate business decisions related to results;
• Assist procurement team in appropriate inventory management and creation of purchase orders for products handled through our self-distribution process. Negotiate favorable costs and terms;
• Dedicate appropriate time and effort into innovation of assortment and merchandising for assigned categories. Responsible for driving sales growth with new items and promotions;
• Complete full Category Review Process with all assigned categories minimally once per year;
• Accountable to full financial performance of the assigned categories;
• Provide strong customer service to Team Members;
• Manage relationships with Strategic Vendor Partners and garners support (financial, resources) to sustain the strategic vision;
• Develop Category Business Plans (CBP) for managed categories (if applicable);
• Work collaboratively with all Team Members to create effective vendor relationships establish strategic relations with key suppliers, and manage vendor funding to drive profitable category growth;
• Approve section sizes and adjacencies in schematic plans for individually managed categories;
• Assist with creation of business case for capital expenditures (shelving, fixtures, and store layout) to present to Senior Management;
• As required by specific department work with support staff and distribution center staff to maintain appropriate inventory levels, acceptable turns and good code dating for items purchased into the distribution centers;
• Perform other duties as assigned.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Business or related field or equivalent work experience, preferred;
• Three (3) to five (5) years of experience in product negotiation and procurement;
• Knowledge of supplier and logistic systems, as well as knowledge of the federal grade/product standards and regulations;
• Understanding of store operations and merchandising methodologies and practices;
• Ability to integrate with local management, be part of a team, and drive business results;
• Ability to be persuasive and relentless in reinforcing the best interests of the company;
• Effective communicator, particularly when it comes to discussing Human Resources/Compliance matters with management or regular employees;
• Must have a great deal of integrity;
• Ability to work well under pressure and multitask;
• Bilingual (English and Spanish) preferred..

PHYSCIAL DEMANDS AND WORK CONDITIONS:

The physical demands and work conditions below representative those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Some requirements may be modified to accommodate individuals with disabilities:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, and use the hands to handle objects, tools, or controls;
• Successful performance requires vision abilities that include close vision and the ability to adjust focus;
• The work environment is typical of an office and retail store. The noise level ranges from quiet to loud;
• Ability to drive and flexible to travel to all company locations as required.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER NOTICES

The job duties, elements, responsibilities, skills, functions, experience, educational factors, and the requirements and conditions listed in this job description are representative only and not exhaustive of the tasks that an employee may be required to perform. The Employer reserves the right to revise this job description at any time and to require employees to perform other tasks as circumstances or conditions of its business or the work environment change.

At Heritage Grocers Group, how we work is defined by shared values that include integrity, respect and collaboration. But it's more than that, it's smart and highly driven people united in purpose to serve one another.

Bring your energy and unique perspective and you'll have the opportunity to grow with us professionally, personally, and financially. You'll be part of a team that genuinely cares about helping you succeed, and you'll work alongside talented colleagues, establishing friendships and making a difference in our communities.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Chief Merchandising Officer, the Director, Center Store has oversight to center store categories in terms of itemization, innovation and financial performance. Center Store categories include, but are not limited to, Grocery, Beverage, Beer/Wine, Liquor, Dairy, Deli, Frozen Foods, HBA and General Merchandise. The Director of Center qualifies vendors, evaluates bids, and negotiates prices and terms for purchased goods and services. The role is responsible for organizing and articulating the near and long-term strategic vision of the department and communicating that vision across the organization. The Role is also responsible for daily management of the department team of Category Managers, Purchasing Assistants, as well as a dotted line leadership of the schematics, replenishment, merchandising and support teams. The Role requires direct management of some categories.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The essential duties and responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• General oversight of the performance of the Center Store Department's Category Management Team.
• Negotiate costs, promotions, assortment and other metrics with vendors/suppliers for assigned categories of products managed.
• Analyze sales and profit performance for assigned categories and suppliers/vendors and make appropriate business decisions related to results as well as for the entire department.
• Assist procurement team in appropriate inventory management and creation of purchase orders for products handled through our self-distribution process. Negotiate favorable costs and terms.
• Dedicate appropriate time and effort into the innovation of assortment and merchandising for assigned categories and the department overall.
• Responsible for driving sales growth with new items and promotions.
• Complete full Category Review Process with all assigned categories minimally once per year.
• Accountable to full financial performance of assigned categories and the financial performance of the entire department.
• Provide strong customer service to Team Members.
• Manage relationships with Strategic Vendor Partners and garners support (financial, resources) to sustain the strategic vision.
• Develop Category Business Plans (CBP) for managed categories.
• Work collaboratively with all Team Members to create effective vendor relationships; establish strategic relations with key suppliers and manage vendor funding to drive profitable category growth.
• Approve section sizes and adjacencies in schematic plans for individually managed categories.
• Assist with creation of business case for capital expenditures (shelving, fixtures, and store layout) to present to Senior Management.
• Provide daily performance and administrative leadership of the department team.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in business or related field or equivalent work experience, preferred.
• Five (5) to seven (7) years of experience in product negotiation and procurement.
• Knowledge of supplier and logistic systems, as well as knowledge of the federal grade/product standards and regulations.
• Understanding of store operations and merchandising methodologies and practices.
• Ability to integrate with local management, be part of a team, and drive business results.
• Ability to be persuasive and relentless in reinforcing the best interests of the Company.
• Effective communicator, particularly when it comes to discussing Human Resources/Compliance matters with management or the department.
• Ability to work well under pressure and multitask.
• Bilingual (English and Spanish) preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK CONDITIONS:

The physical demands and work conditions below represent those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Some requirements may be modified to accommodate individuals with disabilities:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, and use the hands to handle objects, tools or controls.
• Successful performance requires vision abilities that include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
• The work environment is typical of an office and retail store. The noise level ranges from quiet to loud.
• Ability to drive and flexibility to travel to all company locations as required.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER NOTICE

The job duties, elements, responsibilities, skills, functions, experience, educational factors, and the requirements and conditions listed in this job description are representative only and not exhaustive of the tasks that an employee may be required to perform. The Employer reserves the right to revise this job description at any time and to require employees to perform other tasks as circumstances or conditions of its business or the work environment change.

Location: Dallas–Fort Worth, TX

Type: Full-Time Executive

Industry: Specialty Retail • Grocery • CPG • Food Manufacturing

Reports to: CEO

Sara’s Mediterranean Market is one of the fastest-growing specialty food companies in Texas, known for our award-winning bakery, curated grocery experience, and high-volume fresh food departments. With over 30 years of history and a major expansion underway—including a new 35,000 sq ft flagship in Frisco and rapidly growing manufacturing capabilities through BMF Baking Co.—we are building a world-class, multi-unit, multi-channel enterprise.

We are now seeking a transformational Chief Operating Officer (COO) to help us scale from a founder-led organization to a sophisticated, operationally excellent, financially disciplined company capable of doubling and tripling in value over the next 3–5 years.

The COO will be the operational engine of the company—responsible for building systems, people, financial discipline, and scalable infrastructure across all locations. This executive will oversee day-to-day operations, drive the P&L, and partner directly with the CEO to execute our long-term vision.

This role is perfect for a leader who has grown high-volume grocery, specialty retail, or food manufacturing operations and knows how to take a family-owned business into its next era of disciplined, sustainable growth.

Operational Excellence

• Own all store operations across departments: grocery, produce, bakery, grill, and butcher shop
• Standardize SOPs and operational systems across locations
• Build a high-performance culture with clear expectations, KPIs, and accountability
• Improve efficiency, reduce shrink, and elevate customer experience

Financial Discipline & P&L Management

• Lead weekly/monthly P&L reviews with department heads
• Build budgeting, forecasting, and labor models
• Create inventory, waste, and cost-control systems
• Partner with CFO on financial strategy, reporting, and capital planning

Expansion & New Store Development

• Lead the execution of our new Frisco flagship (35,000 sq ft, 2026 opening)
• Build repeatable store-opening playbooks for future growth
• Manage vendor relationships, construction timelines, and critical-path decisions

Leadership & Organizational Development

• Coach and develop department leaders and GMs
• Create scalable reporting structures and performance dashboards
• Strengthen communication and alignment across the company

• A proven operational leader with 10+ years in grocery, specialty retail, or food manufacturing
• Experienced running $50M–$200M+ P&Ls
• Strong in financial management, decision-making, and execution
• Obsessed with systems, discipline, efficiency, and accountability
• Comfortable building an organization that can scale from 2 stores → 5 → 10
• A strategic partner who ensures the CEO can focus on vision, partnerships, and growth
• A builder who thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment

• Whole Foods Market
• H-E-B
• Wegmans
• Sprouts
• Fresh Market
• High-growth CPG or food manufacturing
• Multi-unit grocery/retail operators

• Rare opportunity to transform a 30-year family brand into a category-defining regional chain
• Direct impact on doubling or tripling enterprise value
• A leadership team deeply committed to growth, quality, and guest hospitality
• Competitive executive compensation package
• Ability to build the systems, culture, and structure that will shape the company for the next decade

If you are a builder, a disciplined operator, and a leader who can turn vision into execution, we’d love to meet you.

Apply directly via LinkedIn or email your resume to:

As a member of our underwriting support team, you will provide high level support to the underwriting function. In this role, you will assist in the preparation of new business quotes and policy issues, as well as rating both new business and renewal applications, while maintaining accuracy and targeted due dates.

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• Complete portfolio process (RPA) prior to renewal date
  
  
• Complete pre-underwriting process of renewals by Underwriter due date and new business submissions
  
  
• Coordinate the pre-underwriting process which includes, but is not limited to:
  
  
• Review of application
  
  
• Request for add'l info from agent or PMA staff
  
  
• Classification of exposures
  
  
• Ordering RMA, D&B, MVR's and synopsis
  
  
• Completion of loss trend and development
  
  
• Analysis of large claims and loss trends
  
  
• Review of prior audits
  
  
• Complete new business, renewal and financial notification forms.
  
  
• Attend and fully participate in all Team and Underwriting Meetings
  
  
• Meet with assigned underwriter weekly to discuss and prioritize work processes and tasks
  
  
• Process work in a timely and accurate manner
  
  
• Rate and issue WC new business and renewal policies. Provide instruction to the Rating Center for completion of PAL lines new business and renewal policies.
  
  
• Issue WC and Auto state filings as required.
  
  
• Review correspondence including: Mid-term endorsement requests, Cancellation requests, WC Bureau letters. Respond to inquiries within UA authority.
  
  
• Maintain Corporate Underwriting Image Standards.
  
  
• Contact producers and insureds to obtain information and expedite service.
  
  
• Visits Agents with an Underwriter for the purpose of establishing contact and acquainting them with work routines.
  
  
• May assume a major role in training new hires, special projects, and learning & presenting new material to other Underwriting Assistants.
  
  
• Demonstrate commitment to Company's Code of Business Conduct and Ethics, and apply knowledge of compliance policies and procedures, standards and laws applicable to job responsibilities in the performance of work.
  
  

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• High School diploma or equivalent.
  
  
• 3 years commercial underwriting assistant experience working with small and mid-sized accounts.
  
  
• Experience working with internal/external clients
  
  
• Ability to maintain professional, proficient working relationships
  
  
• Strong team skills.
  
  

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