--- title: 'Department Manager - Bowling Green at Gopuff' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/department-manager-bowling-green-gopuff-bowling-green-tcg3700k9t3x' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-10-25' --- # Department Manager - Bowling Green at Gopuff - **Company:** Gopuff - **Location:** Bowling Green, KY - **Employment:** full-time - **Work type:** onsite - **Posted:** 2023-08-30 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-25 - **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/gopuff/736e3f56-1ba3-4982-b369-fb4ecb4eca3d ## Job description Liquor Barn, Party Mart, and DEP'S (BRS) is a wholly owned subsidiary of GoPuff. An operated retail chain of spirits, beer, wine, and party goods in the Commonwealth of Kentucky. We offer 23 retail locations across the state, including Louisville, Lexington, Danville, Bowling Green, Elizabethtown, Owensboro, and Northern Kentucky, with a delivery radius reaching 80% of Kentucky residents. As a Department Manager, you are responsible for providing excellent customer service while driving sales though BRS products by building relationships with customers while providing the ultimate shopper experience through sales, customer support, and cashier responsibilities. ## Responsibilities Includes, but are not limited to: Provide excellent customer service by greeting and establishing rapport with customers while informing customers of BRS products and services Expert knowledge of BRS products to provide customers with recommendations Drive sales in all departments Replenish and maintain inventory Must pass WSET, Cicerone Certification, Certified Bourbon Steward, ServSafe Certification provided by BRS for specific a department Organize and communicate with vendors and buyers for store tastings Assist in the training of new Store Associates Perform cashier functions and adhere to minor policy while completing customer transactions Assist front end scheduling of store associates Cash management Provide high levels of customer service, driving sales, handling difficult situations, demonstrating organizational skills, multi-tasking Coaching team members and guidance to improve customer experience Ensures all pricing, signage, and display information is correct Maintain store safety standards Store cleanliness and assist in maintaining standards on the sales floor, stock room, lockers, and bathrooms Maintain all safety standards for deliveries Assist in promotions and setup of events ## Qualifications 21 years of age or older Knowledge of wine varietals, countries and regions Ability to work a flexible schedule as business requires (nights, weekends and holidays) Desire to continually develop retail sales skills and knowledge of product and services Two years of management experience Prior experience in a team environment requiring professional communication skills Retail experience in retail spirits industry preferred ## Team player Strong interpersonal skills necessary for establishing customer and team relationships Ability to demonstrate a positive and engaging attitude and demeanor High School Diploma or equivalent This job requires the ability to perform the following: Frequently standing and moving in an assigned location safely and efficiently Carrying or lifting items weighing up to 50 pounds Handling objects, products and equipment safely Bending, kneeling The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. EOE ## What We Offer - Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance (for full-time employees) - 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan - 10% employee discount & FAM Membership - Vacation and Sick Time for eligible employees - EAP through AllOne Health (formerly Carebridge) ## #LI-DNP At Gopuff, we know that life can be unpredictable. Sometimes you forget the milk at the store, run out of pet food for Fido, or just really need ice cream at 11 pm. We get it—stuff happens. But that’s where we come in, delivering all your wants and needs in just minutes. And now, we’re assembling a team of motivated people to help us drive forward that vision to bring a new age of convenience and predictability to an unpredictable world. Like what you’re hearing? Then join us on Team Blue. Gopuff is an equal employment opportunity employer, committed to an inclusive workplace where we do not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, gender, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or familial status, age, ancestry, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. We believe in diversity and encourage any qualified individual to apply. ## About Gopuff ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: Gopuff is an on-demand delivery service that delivers everyday essentials—including snacks, drinks, household items, OTC medications, and alcohol—from local micro-fulfillment centers in as fast as 15 minutes. - **Entity Type**: Private (Series H funded; total funding $3.7B) - **Headquarters**: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States - **Founded**: 2013 - **Founders**: Rafael Ilishayev and Yakir Gola (co-CEOs) ## Core Business - **Primary industry**: Instant commerce / on-demand delivery (Software Development & Logistics) - **Target customers**: B2C (consumers needing quick delivery of household essentials), also B2B via advertising platform (Gopuff Ads) - **Mission/purpose statement**: “Get it fast. Get it done. Get it right.” — offering a relevant and affordable assortment delivered in minutes. ## Products & Services - **Gopuff App**: Mobile ordering platform for 5,000+ products; delivery in ~15 minutes from local micro-fulfillment centers. (SaaS + logistics) - **Gopuff Ads**: Advertising platform for brands to reach customers within the app. (Ad tech) - **Retail Storefronts**: Physical retail locations (e.g., BevMo! and Liquor Barn) acquired and operated as part of the network. (Brick-and-mortar retail) ## Market Standing - **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not disclosed in search results; total funding $3.7B (latest round: $250M venture round in November 2025 led by Eldridge Industries and Valor Equity Partners). - **Key Metric**: Annual Revenue ~$1B (from LinkedIn); Total Funding $3.7B. - **Notable Investors/Partners**: SoftBank Vision Fund (led Series E $750M), Eldridge Industries, Valor Equity Partners; also backed by 7 investors in 2025 round. - **Growth Signals**: 1,315 employees (+4.6% YoY); operates 250+ facilities in 650+ U.S. cities; expanding in UK and other countries; active job postings trending +6.2% yearly. ## Competitive Advantages - **Vertically integrated model**: Owns inventory, micro-fulfillment centers, and delivery fleet, enabling faster and more reliable delivery than marketplace aggregators. - **Proprietary technology**: Optimized logistics and inventory management for 15-minute delivery windows. - **National infrastructure**: 250+ facilities across the U.S. and presence in the UK, giving scale advantages. ## Strategic Focus - Continued expansion of micro-fulfillment network and retail footprint (e.g., BevMo! integration). - Building out advertising revenue stream (Gopuff Ads). - International growth, particularly in the UK (General Manager for UK appointed). - Possibly improving operational efficiency and unit economics after rapid growth phase. ## Why Work Here - **Culture**: Mixed employee reviews — overall rating 2.7/5 on Glassdoor (30% would recommend). Positive mentions of flexible hours, good pay for drivers/operations, and supportive teams. Cons include poor management, lack of breaks, and frequent layoffs. - **Remote/hybrid policy**: Not explicitly stated; many roles are on-site (retail, warehouse, delivery) but some corporate roles (engineering, product) may be hybrid. Headquarters in Philadelphia. - **Notable perks**: Flexible scheduling for part-time roles; hourly wages for drivers around $20/hr; software engineer salaries reported at $122K–$172K. - **Engineering culture**: Technical team includes VP of Product and Engineering, Head of ML & AI (recent departure), and a distributed workforce across 24 countries. Technical roles account for ~2% of headcount. ## Sources 1. [LinkedIn Company Page](https://linkedin.com/company/gopuff) 2. [Indeed Reviews](https://www.indeed.com/cmp/Gopuff?campaignid=mobvjcmp&from=mobviewjob&fromjk=80f666803f1b8c33&tk=1jsktq4mmia5v800) 3. [Glassdoor Reviews](https://www.glassdoor.com/Reviews/Gopuff-Reviews-E926131.htm) 4. [Gopuff Careers Page (Lever)](https://jobs.lever.co/gopuff) 5. 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