Work setting

• Wholesale establishment/store
• Retail business

Responsibilities

Tasks

• 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
• Supervise work of other buyers

Supervision

• 3-4 people

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

• Spreadsheet
• Internet
• MS Outlook
• MS Word

Specialization/experience (business sales and services)

• Sales
• Buying
• Merchandise needs analysis
• Product selection
• Negotiation
• Pricing
• Product development
• Merchandising or window

Additional information

Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Repetitive tasks
• Handling heavy loads
• Attention to detail
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Standing for extended periods
• Physically demanding

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Judgement
• Organized
• Team player
• Analytical