About this role
Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years. or equivalent experience. Work setting: Retail business. On-site customer service. Tasks: Study market reports, trade periodicals and sales promotion materials. 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. Provide customer service. Review requirements of establishment and determine quantity and type of merchandise to purchase. Select and purchase merchandise for resale. Provide expertise in response to clients needs. Supervision: 1 to 2 people. Staff in various areas of responsibility. Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses : Merchandise management certificate or course. Merchandising and buying program or course. Computer and technology knowledge: Database software. Spreadsheet. Internet. MS Excel. MS Outlook. MS PowerPoint. MS Word. Enterprise resource planning (ERP) software. Specialization/experience (business sales and services): Sales. Buying. Merchandise needs analysis. Market analysis. Product selection. Negotiation. Pricing. Product development. Merchandising or window. Security and safety: Criminal record check. Transportation/travel information: Public transportation is available. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Fast-paced environment. Work under pressure. Tight deadlines. Attention to detail. Combination of sitting, standing, walking. Physically demanding. Personal suitability: Accurate. Client focus. Efficient interpersonal skills. Excellent oral communication. Excellent written communication. Initiative. Judgement. Organized. Team player. Analytical. Screening questions: Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?. Do you have experience working in this field?. Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?. Experience: 5 years or more. Employment terms options: Day. Health benefits: Disability benefits. Health care plan. Other benefits: On-site amenities. Paid time off (volunteering or personal days). Support for newcomers and refugees: Supports newcomers and/or refugees with foreign credential recognition. Support for youths: Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth. Support for mature workers: Applies hiring policies that discourage age discrimination . Supports for visible minorities: Applies hiring policies that discourage discrimination against members of visible minorities (for example: anonymizing the hiring process, etc.).