Senior Merchandise Buyer – Accessories

Reitmans (Canada) Limited; Montreal; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ultimate flexibility

Well-being program

Flexible time off

Exclusive discounts

Referral rewards

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Reitmans (Canada) Limited is seeking a Senior Merchandise Buyer – Accessories to shape the future of a growing category within our iconic brands. You will build compelling assortments, develop products, and identify new opportunities to grow the Accessories business.

You’ll work cross-functionally with Design, Planning, Marketing, and E-commerce to bring a cohesive product vision to life, driving growth and optimizing margins in a fast-paced retail environment.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in buying, merchandising, or product development within retail (ideally accessories).
• Great eye for product, taste level, and understanding of how customers build wardrobes.
• Proven ability to develop assortment strategies and translate opportunities into offerings.
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Solid understanding of financial planning, sales analysis, margins, and inventory management.
• Ability to balance creativity, customer needs, and commercial objectives.
• Strong communication and presentation skills to influence cross-functional partners and leadership.
• Bilingual in French and English, with ability to communicate with suppliers outside Canada.

Responsibilities

• Own the vision: Build and execute an Accessories strategy reflecting the brand and driving growth.
• Curate the assortment: Develop well-balanced collections with trends, style, quality, and value.
• Partner with Design to ensure accessories complement the full wardrobe.
• Lead product development and work with vendors to turn ideas into products.
• Build strong vendor relationships, negotiate pricing and terms, maximize quality and profitability.
• Own category performance, analyze trends and results, identify growth opportunities.
• Collaborate with Planning, Design, Marketing, Visual Merchandising and E‑commerce to align product vision.
• Present strategies and direction to leadership with fresh ideas and collaboration.

Skills

Vendor negotiation

Retail buying

Merchandising

Assortment planning

Cross-functional

Bilingual FR/EN

Job description

For 100 years, Reitmans (Canada) Limited (RCL) has defined the Canadian retail fashion landscape with its three iconic brands, Reitmans, RW&CO. and PENN. Penningtons. We’re excited about what we’ll build together next.

Our vision is to empower Canadians to live confidently, and our mission is to create collections of uncompromising style and quality for all.

We believe great people do their best work alongside other great people. Here, you’ll have a voice, be challenged to grow and be part of a team driven by curiosity, bold thinking and ownership.

Come raise the bar of Canadian fashion with us.

Job Description

Are you passionate about product, have a great eye for style, and love turning ideas into collections that customers connect with? Do you enjoy combining creativity with business strategy to drive growth?

AtReitmans, we’re looking for a Senior Merchandise Buyer – Accessories to help shape the future of a growing category within our brand.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who brings a strong product vision, a strategic mindset, and a collaborative approach. You’ll play a key role in building compelling assortments, developing products, and identifying new opportunities to grow the Accessories business.

We’re looking for someone who understands our customer, sees the bigger picture of her wardrobe, and knows how accessories can bring a complete look together.

What You’ll Do

• Own the vision: Build and execute a compelling Accessories strategy that reflects our brand, connects with our customer, and drives growth.
• Curate the assortment: Develop exciting, well-balanced collections with a strong eye for trends, style, quality, and value.
• Think head-to-toe: Partner closely with Design to ensure accessories complement the full Reitmans wardrobe and bring every look together.
• Bring product to life: Lead product development and work with vendors to turn ideas into commercially successful products.
• Make smart deals: Build strong vendor relationships, negotiate pricing and terms, and maximize quality and profitability.
• Drive the business: Own category performance, analyze trends and results, and identify opportunities to grow sales and improve margins.
• Connect the dots: Collaborate with Planning, Design, Marketing, Visual Merchandising, and E-commerce to bring a cohesive product vision to life.
• Influence and inspire: Present strategies and product direction to leadership, bringing fresh ideas, strong recommendations, and a collaborative mindset.

Qualifications

What We’re Looking For

• Strong experience in buying, merchandising, or product development within the retail industry, ideally in accessories.
• A great eye for product, strong taste level, and a genuine understanding of how customers build their wardrobes.
• Proven ability to develop assortment strategies and translate business opportunities into compelling product offerings.
• Strong negotiation skills and experience managing vendor relationships.
• A solid understanding of financial planning, sales analysis, margins, and inventory management.
• Ability to balance creativity, customer needs, and commercial objectives.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence and inspire cross-functional partners and leadership.
• Bilingual in French and English, with the ability to communicate effectively with suppliers and business partners outside Canada.
• A collaborative, curious, and growth-oriented mindset.
• Comfortable taking ownership, making decisions, and navigating a fast-paced retail environment.

Why This Role?

Accessories is an important growth opportunity for Reitmans, and this role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact on the category’s direction.

You’ll have the opportunity to bring your product vision to life, influence how our customers complete their looks, and collaborate with teams who are passionate about building a stronger brand.

If you’re someone who loves great product, thinks strategically, and gets excited about building something with real growth potential, we’d love to meet you!

Additional Information

What Sets Us Apart:

• Ultimate Flexibility*: Enjoy a hybrid work environment that ensures the perfect balance between work and personal life.
• Well-Being First: Access a comprehensive benefits program designed to take care of you.
• Flexible Time Off*: Paid leave, sick days, and vacation time to recharge and spend quality time with loved ones.
• Exclusive Discounts*: Enjoy 50% off regular-priced items from PENN. Penningtons, Reitmans, and RW&CO.
• Referral Rewards*: Refer your professional network and earn a bonus for helping us grow our talented team
• Growth opportunities*: Annual bonuses, career advancement, and tuition reimbursement to help you reach your professional goals.

*Certain conditions apply

Total rewards are aligned with your employment status, offering different perks depending on whether you’re full-time, part-time, or under contract.

Reitmans (Canada) Limited is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse, inclusive, and accessible workplace where everyone belongs. If you are contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise us of any accommodation required throughout the recruitment process. All information provided will be kept confidential and used solely to support an accessible candidate’s experience.

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We thank all applicants. Only selected candidates will be contacted.