retail buyer

• Work Term : Permanent
• Work Language : English
• Hours : 35 to 40 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
• or equivalent experience

Asset languages

• Mandarin
• Cantonese

Tasks

• Study market reports, trade periodicals and sales promotion materials
• Arrange product according to planogram
• 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
• Provide customer service
• Review requirements of establishment and determine quantity and type of merchandise to purchase
• Select and purchase merchandise for resale
• Supervise work of other buyers
• Visit trade shows, showrooms, factories and product design events
• Supervise other jewellers or watch repairers
• Examine, cut, shape and polish diamonds and precious and synthetic gems
• Appraise gemstones and diamonds to identify rare specimens and to detect peculiarity affecting stone values

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

Merchandise management certificate or course

Computer and technology knowledge

• Spreadsheet
• Internet
• MS Access
• MS Excel
• MS Outlook
• MS PowerPoint
• MS Word

Area of specialization

E-commerce

Specialization / experience (business sales and services)

• Sales
• Buying
• Merchandise needs analysis
• Market analysis
• Negotiation
• Pricing
• Merchandising or window

Security and safety

• Valid passport
• Criminal record check

Transportation / travel information

• Own transportation
• Own vehicle
• Willing to travel
• Willing to travel for extended periods
• Valid driver's licence
• Travel expenses paid by employer

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Handling heavy loads
• Attention to detail
• Sitting
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Physically demanding
• Hand-eye co-ordination

Own tools / equipment

• Cellular phone
• Computer

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Judgement
• Organized
• Team player
• Analytical

Screening questions

• Are you available for shift or on-call work?
• Are you available for the advertised start date?
• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Are you willing to relocate for this position?
• Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?
• Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
• Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?
• What is the highest level of study you have completed?

Green job

Involves duties and responsibilities that lead to positive environmental outcomes

Financial benefits

• Bonus
• Commission
• Night shift premium
• Pension plan

Other benefits

• On-site housing options
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Variable or compressed work week
6 days ago