retail buyer

Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate. or equivalent experience. Work setting: Wholesale establishment/store. Retail business. Tasks: 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. Select and purchase merchandise for resale. Visit trade shows, showrooms, factories and product design events. Supervision: 5-10 people. Specialization/experience (business sales and services): Sales. Buying. Merchandise needs analysis. Market analysis. Product selection. Negotiation. Distribution. Pricing. Transportation/travel information: Willing to travel. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Fast-paced environment. Work under pressure. Tight deadlines. Repetitive tasks. Handling heavy loads. Attention to detail. Sitting. Combination of sitting, standing, walking. Standing for extended periods. Physically demanding. Personal suitability: Accurate. Client focus. Efficient interpersonal skills. Excellent oral communication. Excellent written communication. Flexibility. Initiative. Judgement. Organized. Team player. Employment terms options: Early morning. Evening. Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years. Employment terms options: Flexible hours. Morning. Day. Health benefits: Dental plan. Disability benefits. Health care plan. Vision care benefits. Financial benefits: Group insurance benefits. Life insurance. Other benefits: Free parking available. On-site amenities. Team building opportunities. Parking available. Location Markham , ON L6B 1A6 Work location On site Salary $ 30.00 to $ 37.00 HOUR hourly (To be negotiated) / 30 to 35 hours per week Terms of employment Permanent employment Full time Early morning, Morning, Day, Evening, Flexible hours Starts as soon as possible Benefits: Health benefits, Financial benefits, Other benefits vacancies 1 vacancy Source Job Bank #3647121 Various locations Markham, ON