Retail Buyer

Work Term: Permanent

• Work Language: English

• Hours: 37.5 hours per week

• Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

• Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years

• Business/commerce, general

• Business statistics

• Merchandising and buying operations

• or equivalent experience Work setting :

• Business office Tasks :

• Establish and maintain contact with suppliers

• Maintain adequate stock levels

• Negotiate prices, discounts, credit terms and transportation arrangements with suppliers

• Oversee distribution of merchandise to outlets

• Review requirements of establishment and determine quantity and type of merchandise to purchase

• Select and purchase merchandise for resale

• Study market reports, trade periodicals and sales promotion materials and visit trade shows, showrooms, factories and product design events

• Visit trade shows, showrooms, factories and product design events Computer and technology knowledge :

• Database software

• Spreadsheet

• Internet

• MS Excel

• MS Outlook Specialization/experience (business sales and services) :

• Buying

• Market analysis

• Product selection

• Negotiation

• Pricing Transportation/travel information :

• Willing to travel Work conditions and physical capabilities :

• Fast-paced environment

• Work under pressure

• Tight deadlines

• Attention to detail

• Sitting

• Standing for extended periods Personal suitability :

• Accurate

• Efficient interpersonal skills

• Excellent oral communication

• Excellent written communication

• Organized

• Analytical Screening questions :

• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?

• Are you willing to relocate for this position?

• Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?

• What is the highest level of study you have completed? Health benefits :

• Health care plan Long term benefits :

• Life insurance

• Other benefits