wholesale buyer

Overview
Languages
English or French
Education
• Bachelor's degree
• or equivalent experience
Experience
2 years to less than 3 years
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
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Work setting
• Wholesale establishment/store
• Willing to relocate
Responsibilities
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
• Oversee distribution of merchandise to outlets
• Provide customer service
• Review requirements of establishment and determine quantity and type of merchandise to purchase
• Select and purchase merchandise for resale
Experience and specialization
Computer and technology knowledge
• Database software
• Spreadsheet
• MS Excel
• MS Outlook
• MS Word
Specialization/experience (business sales and services)
• Buying
• Merchandise needs analysis
• Product selection
• Distribution
Additional information
Security and safety
• Bondable
• Valid passport
Work conditions and physical capabilities
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Repetitive tasks
• Attention to detail
• Sitting
Personal suitability
• Client focus
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Judgement
• Organized
• Team player

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