assistant buyer

Additional Information

• Education: College/CEGEP
• Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years

Tasks

• 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
• Obtain price quotations from catalogues and suppliers

Computer and technology knowledge

• MS Excel
• MS Word

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Attention to detail

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Organized

Screening questions

• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Are you willing to relocate for this position?
• Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
• Work Term: Permanent
• Work Language: English
• Hours: 35 hours per week