Buyer - retail

BC Foods Corporation; Canada; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

BC Foods Corporation seeks a procurement professional to manage supplier relationships and stock levels. The role involves negotiating pricing and terms, coordinating distribution of merchandise to outlets, and ensuring excellent customer service.

Fluency in English and a relevant college diploma are required, with 2–3 years of related experience. The position is on-site with duties centered on market analysis, stock planning, and collaboration with suppliers to optimize assortment and

Qualifications

• 2 years to less than 3 years of related experience.
• Proficiency in English is required.

Responsibilities

• Study market reports, trade periodicals and sales promotion materials.
• 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.

Skills

Analytical

Attention to detail

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Client focus

Organized

Team player

Initiative

Judgement

Flexibility

Education

College/CEGEP diploma (1–2 years)

Job description

Languages

English

Education

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

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

On Site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Responsibilities

• Study market reports, trade periodicals and sales promotion materials
• 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

Additional Information

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

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

Personal Suitability

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