Job Description

Consumer Electronics Product Buyer

Job Overview

We are currently recruiting for a Consumer Electronics Product Buyer to join our team! Based in Calgary, the Buyer is part of a dynamic team responsible for the procurement and marketing of products, evaluating suppliers (based on cost, quality, service, availability, reliability, & selection), monitoring sell through and issuing purchase orders. The overall responsibilities for this role include minimizing commercial risk, enhancing the company's competitive advantage, and meeting/exceeding sales expectations.

Additional responsibilities include the analyzing of market conditions and assisting in the planning and delivery of sales promotions for a variety of media formats. The Buyer will also work with the Retail Management Team to ensure all goods are displayed effectively in the stores and that sales representatives receive the best product training available.

Key Accountabilities

Identify and acquire products for retail sale Identify and address issues related to the procurement process. Establish foreign and domestic suppliers Make decisions affecting sales, gross margin, markdowns and inventory turn Set retail strategy for the category Plan item lifecycles and tailor store assortments Select marketed assortments, recommend, and coordinate final assortments, and assist in consolidating master assortments in the flyer Control department budgets Study and understand sales records and inventory levels Place orders and check shipments Ongoing appraisal of products and services Respond to supplier and business partner inquiries Resolve invoice and/or payment issues related to purchase orders Strong knowledge of the domestic market, competitors Researching and analyzing North American markets to identify trends and opportunities inside of their category

Required Qualifications

We are committed to employment equity and encourage applications from all qualified individuals

Preferred Education and Experience

Supply Chain Management experience would be an asset Demonstrated experience and knowledge of the procurement process Experience in the Consumer Electronics industry Experience in supplier analysis, screening and selection Demonstrated experience in negotiating and executing contractual terms and conditions Experience in marketing media formats, such as print, radio and digital.

Skills and Knowledge

Effective interpersonal skills Excellent written and oral communication skills that include negotiation, facilitation and execution expertise. Ability to deal with competing priorities and manage time appropriately Self-starter who recognizes the need to work independently and in a team environment. Proficiency in MS Office
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Dental care Extended health care Life insurance Store discount
Experience:

Sales: 2 years (preferred) Microsoft Office: 1 year (preferred) Purchasing: 2 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person