senior buyer - retail or wholesale

Government of Canada - Atlantic; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Vancouver is looking for an experienced merchandise buyer. You will be responsible for overseeing distribution, maintaining stock levels, and purchasing merchandise. A Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of experience in business sales and services are required. This is an on-site position with no remote work option, and the job includes supervising a small team.

Benefits

Health care plan

Dental plan

Vision care benefits

Bonus

Other benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years experience in business sales and services.
• Willingness to travel for work.
• Supervise a small team of 1 to 2 people.

Responsibilities

• Study market reports and sales promotion materials.
• Establish and maintain contact with suppliers.
• Oversee distribution of merchandise to outlets.

Skills

Buying

Merchandise needs analysis

Product selection

Analytical

Team player

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education: Bachelor\'s degree

Experience: 5 years or more

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
• 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

• 1 to 2 people

Experience and specialization

Specialization/experience (business sales and services)

• Buying
• Merchandise needs analysis
• Product selection
• Merchandising or window

Additional information

• Transportation/travel information: Willing to travel

Personal suitability

• Team player
• Analytical

Benefits

• Health benefits
  • Dental plan
  • Health care plan
  • Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Bonus

Other benefits

• Other benefits