senior buyer - retail or wholesale

Government of Canada - Central; City of Langley; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A public sector organization in Metro Vancouver seeks an experienced Buyer. You will be responsible for market analysis, maintaining supplier relationships, and managing stock levels. Candidates must have a relevant college diploma or equivalent experience and 3-5 years in business sales and services. This position is onsite only, with no remote work option.

Benefits

Commission

Qualifications

• 3 years to less than 5 years of experience in business sales and services required.
• Certificate or diploma from a 1-2 year program or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Study market reports, trade periodicals, and sales promotion materials.
• Negotiate prices, discounts, credit terms, and transportation arrangements with suppliers.
• Supervise work of other buyers.

Skills

Buying

Market analysis

Product selection

Education

College, CEGEP or non-university certificate or diploma

Job description

Overview

Languages: English or French

Education

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

Experience

3 years to less than 5 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
• Provide customer service
• Review requirements of establishment and determine quantity and type of merchandise to purchase
• Supervise work of other buyers

Experience and specialization

Specialization/experience (business sales and services)

• Buying
• Market analysis
• Product selection

Benefits

• Commission