retail buyer

4 weeks ago

Guelph, Canada Royal J&M Distributing Inc. Full time
  • 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 experienceWork setting
  • Business officeTasks
  • 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 eventsComputer and technology knowledge
  • Database software
  • Spreadsheet
  • Internet
  • MS Excel
  • MS OutlookSpecialization/experience (business sales and services)
  • Buying
  • Market analysis
  • Product selection
  • Negotiation
  • PricingTransportation/travel information
  • Willing to travelWork conditions and physical capabilities
  • Fast-paced environment
  • Work under pressure
  • Tight deadlines
  • Attention to detail
  • Sitting
  • Standing for extended periodsPersonal suitability
  • Accurate
  • Efficient interpersonal skills
  • Excellent oral communication
  • Excellent written communication
  • Organized
  • AnalyticalScreening 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 planFinancial benefits
  • Life insuranceOther benefits
  • Other benefits

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