Retail Buyer: Supplier Negotiations & Stock Planning

Old Faithful Shop; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A retail company in Metro Vancouver is seeking a Retail Buyer. The role requires studying market trends, maintaining supplier relationships, and ensuring stock levels are adequate. Candidates should possess negotiation skills and have a high school diploma. This full-time position offers an hourly wage between $34.62 and $37.00, based on experience, with a work schedule between 30 to 40 hours weekly. Applications accepted until January 6, 2026.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience as a buyer or in retail.
• Authorized to work in Canada.

Responsibilities

• Study market reports and sales promotion materials.
• Establish and maintain contact with suppliers.
• Maintain adequate stock levels.
• Negotiate prices and transportation arrangements with suppliers.
• Oversee merchandise distribution to outlets.
• Determine quantity and type of merchandise to purchase.
• Select and purchase merchandise for resale.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Market analysis

Supplier relationship management

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

A retail company in Metro Vancouver is seeking a Retail Buyer. The role requires studying market trends, maintaining supplier relationships, and ensuring stock levels are adequate. Candidates should possess negotiation skills and have a high school diploma. This full-time position offers an hourly wage between $34.62 and $37.00, based on experience, with a work schedule between 30 to 40 hours weekly. Applications accepted until January 6, 2026.