merchandiser

Additional Information

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

Tasks

• Arrange product according to planogram
• Establish and maintain contact with suppliers
• Maintain adequate stock levels
• 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
• Visit trade shows, showrooms, factories and product design events

Specialization/experience (business sales and services)

• Buying
• Merchandise needs analysis
• Market analysis
• Product selection
• Negotiation
• Pricing

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Repetitive tasks
• Handling heavy loads
• Attention to detail

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Judgement
• Organized
• Team player

Workplace information

• Remote work available
• Work Term: Permanent
• Work Language: English
• Hours: 30 to 40 hours per week