produce buyer

Ararat Trading; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A wholesale establishment in Mississauga is seeking a dedicated Buyer to manage product procurement. The ideal candidate will have 3 to 5 years of experience, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to maintain relationships with suppliers. Responsibilities include arranging products, overseeing stock levels, and selecting merchandise. This is a permanent position with a work term of 30 hours per week.

Qualifications

• 3 years to less than 5 years of experience required.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Must be accurate and exercise good judgment.

Responsibilities

• Arrange product according to planogram.
• Establish and maintain contact with suppliers.
• Maintain adequate stock levels.
• Negotiate prices, discounts, credit terms with suppliers.
• Oversee distribution of merchandise to outlets.
• Select and purchase merchandise for resale.

Skills

Sales

Negotiation

Merchandise needs analysis

Product selection

Distribution

Pricing

Education

College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate

Job description

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

Experience : 3 years to less than 5 years

Work setting

• Wholesale establishment / store

Tasks

• Arrange product according to planogram
• 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
• Review requirements of establishment and determine quantity and type of merchandise to purchase
• Select and purchase merchandise for resale
• Supervise work of other buyers

Supervision

• 3-4 people

Specialization / experience (business sales and services)

• Sales
• Buying
• Merchandise needs analysis
• Product selection
• Negotiation
• Distribution
• Pricing

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Judgement

Screening questions

• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
• Work Term : Permanent
• Work Language : English
• Hours : 30 hours per week