buyer - retail

Additional Information

• Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years

Tasks

• Establish and maintain contact with suppliers
• Negotiate prices, discounts, credit terms and transportation arrangements with suppliers
• 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
• Study market reports, trade periodicals and sales promotion materials and visit trade shows, showrooms, factories and product design events
• Supervise work of other buyers

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Standing for extended periods
• Work Term: Permanent
• Work Language: English
• Hours: 30 hours per week