General Manager and Chief Executive Officer

General Manager and Chief Executive Officer
BC Liquor Distribution Branch
Ministry of Agriculture and Food
Burnaby, BC

(This position is eligible for flexible work arrangements, such as a hybrid work combination of in-office and work-from-home)

Salary Range $230,400 to $279,000

The BC Liquor Distribution Branch (LDB) is one of two branches of government that provide oversight for the beverage alcohol and non-medical cannabis industries in the province. The LDB is responsible for the wholesale distribution of liquor and cannabis and operates the retails brands BCLIQUOR (BCL) and BC Cannabis Stores (BCCS).

The LDB is committed to government’s goals of making life better for people in B.C., improving services, and ensuring a sustainable province for future generations. The revenue generated by the LDB helps fund essential public services like health care, education, and community programming.

The General Manager & CEO (GM & CEO) provides strategic, commercial, and operational leadership to one of British Columbia’s largest retail and wholesale enterprises. Reporting directly to the Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Food and a member of the Ministry Executive, the GM & CEO is legally responsible for administering the Liquor Distribution Act (LDA) and the Cannabis Distribution Act (CDA). The position oversees the end-to-end wholesale distribution of beverage alcohol and non-medical cannabis across the province, alongside of the public retail banners – BCLIQUOR and BC Cannabis Stores.

The ideal candidate will possess a university degree in business, public administration or related discipline and extensive managerial and supervisory experience. This candidate will have experience in a senior executive role in a large performance-focused retail and wholesale organization with responsibilities for leading change in a complex setting. Additionally, this candidate will have substantial experience working within, or closely interacting with, the public sector, Crown corporations or heavily regulated industries.

A complete role description and listing of qualifications is attached. The appointee will be required to consent to a criminal record check.

The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to reflect the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our executive team and being part of an innovative, inclusive, and rewarding organization.

To apply please email a clear and concise cover letter and resume in one document (.pdf) to Executive Recruitment at: [email protected] by October 19, 2026. Please note the application document must be in .pdf format. Email Executive Recruitment if assistance is needed. Thank you to all who express interest.