Assistant Buyer

**Job description**

**ROCKIN’ CANADA SINCE 1977**

We are Canada’s record store. With stores from coast to coast, Sunrise Records offers the best in music, vinyl, movies, t-shirts, and toys If you’re a passionate music lover, entertainment buff, or a pop culture aficionado, come rock your career with us

**WHY IT ROCKS TO WORK HERE**

♪ Good vibes only at our rockin’ head office with our casual dress code; enthusiastic, driven team; and significant cupcake budget

♪ Passionate about music, movies, and pop culture? Our staff discount will help you build your collections

♪ Opportunity for growth and ownership of roles

**THE GIG**

We are looking for an amazing person to join our team as an Assistant Buyer at our head office in Ancaster, ON. The Assistant Buyer will be responsible for:
♪ Assisting the Buyer with the selection of the right product mix;
♪ Writing, placing, and tracking purchase orders;
♪ Communicating with vendors and building positive, long-term relationships;
♪ Preparing competitive retail and pricing strategies;
♪ Planning, monitoring, and maintaining suitable inventory levels;
♪ Preparing budgets and forecasting purchasing trends;
♪ Compiling reports on product performance and statistics; and

♪ Other duties as assigned.

**THE ROCK STAR**

♪ Degree in business, economics, marketing, or related field preferred;
♪ Previous experience in the merchandising or retail industry is a plus;
♪ Excellent interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills;
♪ Strong analytical and organizational skills;
♪ Ability to multi-task and perform under pressure;
♪ Experience with merchandising software systems is a plus;
♪ Proficiency in Microsoft Office, emphasis on Excel; and

♪ A passion towards music, movies, and entertainment.

**THE DETAILS**

♪ Permanent, full-time Assistant Buyer position at Head Office in Ancaster, ON

♪ Competitive salary commensurate with experience

♪ Comprehensive benefits plan
- Thank you to all applicants. Only those moving forward in the process will be contacted._

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Store discount
- Vision care

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

**Education**:

- Secondary School (preferred)

**Experience**:

- purchasing: 1 year (preferred)

Ability to Commute:

- Ancaster, ON L9G 4V5 (required)

Work Location: In person