Purchasing Specialist, Apparel

4 weeks ago


Laval, Quebec, Canada FGL Sports Full time

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee the timely receipt and dispatch of samples
  • Coordinate with the marketing team to obtain required images
  • Collaborate closely with buyers and the Owned Brands product manager
  • Manage the product seeding program across various Owned Brands
  • Support Owned Brands buying presentations
  • Take high-quality photos of samples for each buyer to create a comprehensive catalogue
  • Provide business insights and information relevant to Owned Brands, in collaboration with the Lead OB
  • Offer resources for purchasing concerning Owned Brands requests
  • Utilize the system inventory directory to sell inventory and manage older stock (discounted) - virtually or physically
  • Provide assistance for setting up franchisee shows (if necessary)
  • Build integration files with accurate information provided by the OB team (class, color codes, sizing, etc.)
  • Ensure the overviews received by the OB team match the integration files
  • Offer support to analysts during busy periods
  • Provide service to franchisees regarding Owned Brands claims and guarantees
  • Perform other tasks as the private label portfolio evolves

Requirements

  • DEC in business administration or relevant education/experience
  • Fluency in both French and English
  • Autonomy, authenticity, and teamwork skills
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Strong relationship-building skills and a personable demeanor
  • Flexibility in a multi-tasking environment
  • 1-3 years of retail sales/service experience
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills
  • Analytical and decision-making skills
  • General knowledge of sporting goods products
  • Proficiency in computers and Microsoft Office suite (especially Excel and PowerPoint)
  • Ability to remain intuitive in difficult/contentious situations

About Us

FGL Sports, part of the Canadian Tire family, is proud to be Sports Experts. With over 50 years of tradition in customer focus, Sports Experts is headquartered in Laval, Quebec. We promote a wide selection of sports equipment, clothing, and footwear from renowned and exclusive brands. Joining Sports Experts means working with an experienced team that will welcome you. We are the destination to stay fit and live well.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging

We are committed to fostering an environment where belonging thrives, and diversity, inclusion, and equity are infused into everything we do. We believe in building an organizational culture where people are consistently treated with dignity while respecting individual religion, nationality, gender, race, age, perceived ability, spoken language, sexual orientation, and identification. We are united in our purpose of making life in Canada better.

Accommodations

We stand firm in our Core Value that inclusion is a must. We welcome and encourage candidates from equity-seeking groups such as people who identify as racialized, Indigenous, 2SLGBTQIA+, women, people with disabilities, and beyond. If you require any accommodations in applying for this role or throughout the interview process, please make them known when contacted, and we will work with you to meet your needs.



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