Buying Coordinator, Womenswear

SSENSE; Montreal; Hybrid; CAD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology platform in Montreal is seeking a Buying Coordinator for Womenswear to support Buyers in a dynamic retail environment. The ideal candidate will manage purchase orders, contribute to market analysis, and generate sales reports. Must have a Bachelor's degree, a year of relevant experience, and be proficient in Excel and Google Sheets with excellent communication skills in both French and English. This role offers extended health benefits and a hybrid work model.

Benefits

Extended health and dental benefits

Parental top up program

Generous Employee Discount

Access to telemedicine

Savings and retirement plan matching contributions

Gender affirmation coverage

Qualifications

• A minimum of one year of relevant experience, preferably within the fashion and retail industry.
• Intermediate level in Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets.
• Availability to come to the office twice a week (Tuesdays and Wednesdays).

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely and accurate entry of purchase orders in compliance with department standards.
• Maintain strong cross-departmental communication to facilitate smooth operations.
• Contribute to the development of the industry report by highlighting new trends and brands.
• Generate accurate weekly intercross-departmental sales data reports.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Written and verbal communication in English and French

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Buying, or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Google Sheets

Job description

Company Description

SSENSE is a global technology platform operating at the intersection of culture, community, and commerce. Headquartered in Montreal, it features a mix of established and emerging luxury brands across womenswear, menswear, kidswear, and Everything Else™. SSENSE has garnered critical acclaim as both an e-commerce engine and a producer of cultural content, generating an average of 100 million monthly page views.

Job Description

SSENSE is seeking a Buying Coordinator, Womenswear to provide essential support to both Buyers and Assistant Buyers within a dynamic and fast-paced retail environment. The core responsibility of this role is to ensure the timely and accurate execution of purchase orders (POs) and the delivery of critical business reports. The Coordinator will work closely with the Buying team, fostering strong collaboration across departments to support efficient business operations.

What You Will Do

• Purchase Order (PO) Management: Ensure timely and accurate entry of purchase orders in compliance with department standards. This includes reviewing order confirmations, flagging discrepancies promptly, and identifying carryover products in the system.
• Operational and Cross-Departmental Support: Facilitate smooth day-to-day operations by maintaining strong cross-departmental communication and following up on tasks to ensure timely completion. Provide support to Buying team members on ad hoc projects and assist with product and inventory inquiries from customer service.
• Market Analysis and Trend Reporting: Contribute to the development of the industry report by highlighting new trends, brands, and top investments. Participate in providing insights on emerging category trends or brands within the industry to the Buying leadership.
• Sales Data and Performance Reporting: Generate accurate weekly intercross-departmental sales data reports and vendor-facing reports to track performance against plan and key business metrics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Buying, or a related field.
• A minimum of one year of relevant experience, preferably within the fashion and retail industry.
• Intermediate level in Microsoft Excel or/and Google Sheet.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both French and English. French is required as it is the language in the Quebec province.
• Availability to come to the office twice a week (Tuesdays and Wednesdays).

What Sets You Apart

• Analytical and Detail-Oriented: Ability to approach tasks with a highly analytical mindset and a strong attention to detail.
• Organizational and Time Management: Solid ability to organize tasks, manage time effectively, and prioritize competing demands.
• Interpersonal Skills: Strong interpersonal abilities and a natural aptitude for building productive relationships across teams.

Why Join Us

• Extended health and dental benefits, including comprehensive mental health programs and coverage.
• Parental top up program.
• Generous Employee Discount.
• Access to telemedicine and employee and family assistance program.
• Savings and retirement plan matching contributions.
• Gender affirmation coverage.
• Opportunity to work with cutting edge technologies and an innovative team that’s pushing the boundaries of technology.

SSENSE is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you need special accommodations, let us know. We will do our best to accommodate you!

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