Retail Buyer

In collaboration with the Retail Operations Manager, the Retail Buyer is responsible for planning, selecting, purchasing, and displaying athletic and fashion items that are sold in Granite Gear. The Retail Buyer manages product selection to maximize sales and operating surplus in support of the financial goals of Granite Gear. In addition to developing and maintaining ongoing relationships with selected vendors, the Retail Buyer stays abreast of current and future market trends. As well, the Retail Buyer is responsible for procuring and managing internal department orders in regards to uniforms, giveaways, or any other projects involving the Granite Club or Team Granite logo being used on merchandise.
Benefits of working for the Club
- Healthy and delicious daily food offerings in our Staff Caf.
- Indoor parking for Employees.
- Exciting and diverse Employee events for both Staff and their friends and family.
- Discounted Goodlife Fitness and GTA yoga studio memberships.
- An Employee Wellness Program focused on both physical and mental health.
- Employee amenities including a comfortable Employee resting lounge, Employee on-site gym, free wi-fi and Employee computer stations

Primary Responsibilities
Purchasing
- Liaise with existing suppliers
- Place orders with suppliers ensuring inventory levels meet budgeted plan
- Source and build relations with new suppliers
- Source and select new products through catalogs, vendor meetings and trade shows
- Monitor market changes, competitor prices and products
- Analyze past sales patterns to anticipate trends in Member buying patterns
- Liaise with Members and Staff to measure Member reaction to product
- Recommend clearance sales timelines in accordance to the products’ expected lifecycle and vary delivery schedules to help control inventory levels

Visual Merchandising
- Plan store layouts to promote key lines in collaboration with the visual merchandiser
- Collaborate and provide the proper information needed to the Visual Merchandiser to maximize sales and react to product trends and inventory levels by remerchandising and floor refreshes
- Monthly removes and installs window displays and push displays based on the timeline approved by the Retail Manager
- Collaborates with the Store team during Sales Events to efficiently execute sale set up and maintain visual standards during off price events
- Works with the Retail Manager and Visual Merchandiser to develop and install environmental displays and Member communication to meet visual standards
- Constantly reviews and communicates best-in-class merchandising concepts and tactics from both industry and non-industry retailers
- Works with the Retail Manager to develop an annual marketing/promotion plan for sales. Acts as liaison with Communications and MarCom to roll out promotions.
- Work with the Retail Manager on the promotion of the Granite Gear operation including Granite News submissions, contributions to the website, and internal opportunities for marketing and promotion
- Provide sales support as required
- Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications
- Minimum 3-5 years direct experience working in a retail buying position
- Must be a self-starter, accountable, highly organized, flexible, a problem solver, have strong interpersonal and writing skills, and be a team player.
- Accuracy and attention to detail is critical
- Strong multi-tasking skills
- College/University Degree in related field an asset.

Please note that duties will be added, deleted or assigned as required.

About the Club
The Granite philosophy of uncompromising quality is showcased in its state-of-the-art athletic facilities, world-class events and programs for all ages, delectable dining experiences and personalized services, each tailored to suit the varied needs and desires of its diverse and sophisticated Membership.

The Granite Club is Canada's premier private Members' family, athletic, recreation and social club. Located in north Toronto, we offer our 11,000 Members the highest standard of facilities, programs and services.
We strive to recruit enthusiastic, dedicated individuals with a passion for providing exceptional service. We’ll reward all your hard work with a competitive salary and
extensive benefits.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
As part of Granite Club policy, a condition of employment is to perform a criminal background check and a vulnerable sector search demonstrating a satisfactory criminal record prior to commencing employment.
The Granite Club is committed to providing fair and accessible employment practices. If selected for an interview, we will be happy to work with you to ensure your interview is accessible and accommodation is provided based on the information you provide to the Granite Club Recruiter.