Assistant Buyer - toronto

Bilinguallink; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Vacation pay

Weekly pay

Free parking

Shuttle service from YYZ

Job summary

Bilinguallink is seeking an Assistant Buyer for a Mississauga, ON-based role. The position is a temporary assignment with an on-site schedule Monday–Thursday and work-from-home Fridays, offering $28–$30/hour plus vacation pay.

YYZ-accessible parking or shuttle service, with the opportunity for extension based on business needs. The role requires 2+ years in a similar position, strong Excel skills, and proven analytical abilities to support category management and vendor relations in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Advanced with Excel and reporting tools.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
• Prior experience in retail, merchandising, buying, or supply chain is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Analyze product performance and identify opportunities for growth and risk mitigation.
• Manage purchase orders, including order creation, changes, cancellations, and delivery tracking.
• Act as a liaison between internal buying teams and vendors to resolve issues such as out-of-stocks, pricing discrepancies, and new product launches.
• Review daily and weekly reports, providing insights and highlighting key trends or concerns.
• Support merchandising initiatives including planogram development and store setup coordination.
• Assist with planning product availability for new store openings and promotional activities.
• Collaborate with vendors to support item setup, product sourcing, and issue resolution.
• Other duties as assigned and uncovered.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Excel

Reporting tools

Time management

Retail/CPG experience

Tools

Reporting tools

Job description

Assistant Buyer (retail/CPG) – Mississauga, ON

Temporary Assignment (until the end of November, potential extension)

$28–$30/hour + vacation pay

We are currently seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Assistant Buyer to join a dynamic and fast-paced merchandising team. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in a high-volume retail environment, supporting category management and vendor relationships.

Location & Work Model

• Mississauga (conveniently located near YYZ)
• On-site Monday–Thursday, work from home Fridays
• Free parking available OR complimentary shuttle service from YYZ (ideal for UP Express commuters)

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze product performance and identify opportunities for growth and risk mitigation
• Manage purchase orders, including order creation, changes, cancellations, and delivery tracking
• Act as a liaison between internal buying teams and vendors to resolve issues such as out-of-stocks, pricing discrepancies, and new product launches
• Review daily and weekly reports, providing insights and highlighting key trends or concerns
• Support merchandising initiatives including planogram development and store setup coordination
• Assist with planning product availability for new store openings and promotional activities
• Collaborate with vendors to support item setup, product sourcing, and issue resolution
• Other duties as assigned and uncovered

What You Bring

• At least 2 years in a similar position with preference of retail or CPG experience
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
• Advanced with Excel and reporting tools
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment
• Prior experience in retail, merchandising, buying, or supply chain is an asset

Why Apply?

• Competitive hourly rate with vacation pay on top paid weekly
• Hybrid work model for better work-life balance
• Opportunity to gain valuable experience with an established retail operation
• Potential for extension based on business needs

Vacancy Status: This posting is for an existing vacancy.