Buyer

7-Eleven; Calgary; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Professional development

RRSP/DPSP

Job summary

7-Eleven Distribution Canada Corp. (SEDCC) is seeking a Buyer to shape inventory strategies and vendor relations. You will drive daily purchasing decisions to maintain optimal stock levels and maximize fill rates, while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

The role emphasizes data analysis to identify trends and inform long-term category strategies, with a focus on product lifecycle management and profitability. A bachelor's degree and strong negotiation skills are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field.
• Strong negotiating skills and knowledge of standard software platforms.
• Attention to detail with ability to thrive in fast-paced environments.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Utilize purchasing methodologies to drive daily decisions and optimize inventory levels.
• Lead data analysis to identify trends and guide development strategies for product categories.
• Build and maintain vendor relationships for competitive pricing and service quality.
• Ensure data integrity and manage exit strategies for underperforming products.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Data analysis

Vendor relationships

Inventory management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business / Supply Chain

Tools

ERP software

Job description

7-Eleven is an iconic family of brands with over 86,000 locations, surpassing every retailer in the world. We revolutionize convenience, restaurants and fuel through cutting edge innovation — working hard to be the customer's first choice. 7-Eleven empowers our employees to activate awesome and make a meaningful impact in their stores and communities every day. If you're ready to grow, lead and make a difference, come join our team and help shape the future of convenience.

Join Our Team as a Dynamic Buyer!

Are you an experienced professional with a keen eye for market trends and a passion for ensuring top-notch inventory management? 7-Eleven Distribution Canada Corp. (SEDCC) invites you to step into the role of Buyer, where you'll play a pivotal role in shaping our inventory strategies and fostering strong vendor relationships.

Why Join Us?

As a Buyer, you'll be at the forefront of our mission to deliver excellence to our customers while enjoying a supportive team environment and numerous growth opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Utilize cutting-edge purchasing methodologies to drive daily decisions, ensuring optimal inventory levels and maximizing fill rates.
• Spearhead data analysis efforts to identify industry and consumer trends, guiding long-term development strategies for product categories.
• Cultivate and nurture trusted relationships with vendors to secure competitive pricing and enhance service quality for SEDCC and our valued customers.
• Champion product data integrity while devising effective exit strategies for underperforming products, ensuring our inventory remains dynamic and profitable.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, promoting a culture of teamwork and continuous improvement within the department.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field preferred.
• Proven negotiating skills coupled with a comprehensive understanding of industry-standard software platforms.
• Impeccable attention to detail and a track record of thriving in fast-paced, high-stress environments.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a demonstrated ability to work effectively within a team.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement.
• A commitment to your success! We ensure that our teammates receive proper training, enabling them to provide excellent customer service to our customers.
• Career growth opportunities with a strong “promote from within” philosophy, providing advancement opportunities for all levels.
• Optional RRSP/DPSP benefits
• Exciting incentive and rewards programs

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

If an hourly or salary range is included in this ad it represents the range 7-Eleven in good faith believes is the range of compensation for this role at the time of this posting. The Company may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range is only applicable for jobs to be performed in this state. This range may be modified in the future. No amount is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable under the terms and conditions of the applicable policies and plans. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, long-term incentive compensation, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.

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