assistant buyer

Sultan Tropical Import Limited; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading import company in Mississauga is looking for an individual to manage product arrangement and supplier relations. Responsibilities include maintaining stock levels, negotiating prices, and providing customer service. Candidates should have a relevant college diploma and 2-3 years of experience in similar roles. This is a permanent position offering 30 hours of work per week.

Qualifications

• 2 years to less than 3 years of relevant experience.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Arrange product according to planogram.
• Establish and maintain contact with suppliers.
• Oversee distribution of merchandise to outlets.

Skills

Attention to detail

Customer service

Negotiation

Education

College, CEGEP or non-university certificate

Job description

Education

Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Experience

Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years

Tasks

• 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
• Select and purchase merchandise for resale

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Repetitive tasks
• Attention to detail

Work Term

• Permanent
• Work Language: English
• Hours: 30 hours per week