Wholesale buyer
1408845 Ont inc
Overview
Languages
English
Education
- Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
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.
Work setting
- Wholesale establishment/store
- Retail business
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
- Visit trade shows, showrooms, factories and product design events
Experience and specialization
Type of product
- Toys
- Cards
- Home electronics
- Sports equipment and clothing
- Office supplies
Computer and technology knowledge
- Database software
Specialization/experience (business sales and services)
- Sales
- Buying
- Merchandise needs analysis
- Product selection
- Negotiation
- Distribution
- Pricing
- Merchandising or window
Sales experience
- Medical equipment and supplies