chief buyer - retail or wholesale
The role involves establishing supplier contacts and negotiating prices, discounts, and transportation arrangements. The buyer is responsible for determining merchandise requirements and maintaining adequate stock levels for resale.
- On-site
- Nepean, ON
- Posted Jun 26, 2026
- Apply by Aug 22, 2026
- 1 position
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Job summary
Overview Languages English or French Education College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years 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. Responsibilities Tasks Establish and maintain contact with suppliers Maintain adequate stock levels Negotiate prices, discounts, credit terms and transportation arrangements with suppliers Review requirements of establishment and determine quantity and type of merchandise to purchase Select and purchase merchandise for resale Additional information Personal suitability Efficient interpersonal skills Organized Benefits Health benefits Dental plan Health care plan
What you’ll do
The role involves establishing supplier contacts and negotiating prices, discounts, and transportation arrangements. The buyer is responsible for determining merchandise requirements and maintaining adequate stock levels for resale.
Requirements
Candidates need a college diploma or equivalent experience and between 2 to 3 years of relevant experience. Proficiency in English or French is required.
Benefits
• Health benefits • Dental plan • Health care plan
Listed skills
- OrganizationPreferred
- Inventory managementPreferred
Other relevant skills
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- Supplier Relations
- Inventory Management
- Price Negotiation
- Procurement
- Merchandise Selection
- Interpersonal Skills
- Organization
Job areas
- Retail
- Logistics
- Manufacturing
- Management & Leadership
Additional details
- Minimum education
- College diploma
- Minimum experience
- 2+ years
- Apply by
- Aug 22, 2026
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
- Seniority
- Entry level