Steve Beckner is an experienced and passionate Product Category, Merchandising, and Procurement professionalwith over 28 years of experience in the wine and spirits industry. Currently a Category Manager of Wine at Giant Eagle Inc., Steve excels in understanding customer demand and sourcing high-quality wines that enhance the customer experience and drive sales. He is highly skilled in leveraging strategic vendor relationships and negotiations to increase profit margins and revenue. Steve’s expertise in business analytics, managing key performance indicators, and applying continuous improvement strategies has made him a standout in his field. His commitment to improving processes, reducing expenses, and enhancing supplier performance makes him a valued member of the wine industry.