Buying Coordinator

Lounsbury Furniture Limited; Moncton; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Appliance and Electronics Buyer to enhance their retail operations. This full-time position will involve sourcing and managing inventory while collaborating with the Sales Team and suppliers. The ideal candidate will possess a keen understanding of market trends, excellent negotiation skills, and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively. Join a fun and dynamic work environment where your contributions will directly impact the success of the business. If you are passionate about appliances and electronics, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

Competitive Wages

Pension Plan

Fun and dynamic work environment

Employee discounts on cars and furniture

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Business or Supply Chain Management required.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Source and manage inventory for appliances and electronics.
• Build relationships with suppliers for timely delivery and quality.
• Coordinate product transfers and assist with inventory counts.

Skills

Negotiation Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Market Trend Analysis

Inventory Management

Task Prioritization

Education

Post-secondary education in Business

Supply Chain Management

Job description

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Lounsbury Furniture in Moncton is looking for an Appliance and Electronics Buyer to support our two retail stores.

Reporting to the Director of Operations, the Appliance and Electronics Buyer is responsible for sourcing, purchasing, and managing inventory for appliances and electronics. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of market trends, excellent negotiation skills, and the ability to build and maintain relationships with suppliers. Additionally, the Appliance and Electronics Buyer will assist in developing the monthly marketing flyer lineup.

This position is full-time from Monday to Friday and requires you to work on-site.

Why work with us:

• Competitive Wages
• Pension Plan
• Fun and dynamic work environment
• Employee discounts on cars and furniture

Responsibilities

• Work with the Sales Team, Vendors, and Director of Operations to update the core product lineup every quarter.
• Meet regularly with the Sales team to discuss promotions, product support, and lineup changes.
• Set minimum and maximum inventory levels to manage stock efficiently.
• Plan and organize monthly sales flyers.
• Manage appliance pricing by reviewing promotions, discounts, and dealer support.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure timely delivery and quality of products.
• Ensure price tags are updated on time.
• Coordinate product transfers between locations to maintain stock levels.
• Assist with inventory counts on a monthly, quarterly, and yearly basis.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• Experience in shipping and receiving administration is an asset, including knowledge of tariffs, fuel surcharges, and currency exchange.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks effectively and work independently.
• A keen interest in building strategies for the appliance category.
• High attention to detail and ability to handle multiple tasks at once.
• Well-organized with a strong ability to follow through on tasks.