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Loblaw Companies Limited

Sep 10

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid Level
  • Sales & Business Development
    Product
  • Toronto
  • Quick Apply

AI generated summary

  • You need a bachelor's in Retail Management, 3 years of buying experience, retail acumen, passion for apparel, strong communication, teamwork skills, and proficiency in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
  • You will assist with financial planning, create sales reports, analyze inventory performance, liaise with cross-functional teams, and support markdown optimization to achieve sales and inventory targets.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Retail Management or related field.
  • Minimum 3 years of buying office experience.
  • Strong retail business acumen.
  • Strong passion for apparel retail.
  • Must be self-motivated, have solid interpersonal and communication skills and work well in a team environment.
  • Must be proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word and Power Point.

Responsibilities

  • Partners with Senior Buyer to understand all financial aspects of the business including budgeting and forecasting.
  • Assists the Senior Buyer with completion of category and assortment planning and strategies ahead of development including financial planning, commodity work up, key volume item identification, cluster updates and marketing requirements.
  • Create analytical reports relating to sales, inventory and gross margin levels.
  • Create and maintain all weekly and seasonal sales reports that help drive assortment, SKU and receipt planning.
  • Maximize inventory productivity and gross profit return by proposing and evaluating markdowns and promotion efficiency.
  • Analyze product and delivery performance through post mortem style reviews, summarizing findings in a comprehensive recap.
  • Act as a liaison and manage all day-to-day communication with internal cross functional teams including design, sourcing, product development, marketing, visual merchandising, and supply chain.
  • Work closely with Associate Buyer to ensure buys are processed properly and all purchase order deadlines are met.
  • Complete weekly ad hoc reporting.
  • Assists in achieving sales, profit and inventory targets through markdown optimization.

FAQs

What is the role of an Assistant Buyer at Joe Fresh?

The Assistant Buyer supports the Senior Buyer in managing the day-to-day buying strategy execution, focusing on achieving sales, profit, and inventory targets through data analysis and product management.

What qualifications are required for the Assistant Buyer position?

A Bachelor's degree in Retail Management or a related field is required, along with a minimum of 3 years of buying office experience and strong retail business acumen.

What are the essential skills needed for this role?

Candidates should possess strong interpersonal and communication skills, be self-motivated, and proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Is there a focus on diversity and inclusion at Joe Fresh?

Yes, Joe Fresh prioritizes reflecting Canada’s evolving diversity in the products they sell, the people they hire, and the culture they create within the organization.

How does the Assistant Buyer collaborate with other teams?

The Assistant Buyer acts as a liaison and manages day-to-day communication with internal cross-functional teams, including design, sourcing, product development, marketing, visual merchandising, and supply chain.

What is the work environment like for this position?

The work environment at Joe Fresh is fast-paced and collaborative, emphasizing teamwork and the ability to adapt to change.

Are there opportunities for growth within the company?

Yes, Joe Fresh is committed to building a talented team and offers opportunities for personal and professional growth.

What types of reports will the Assistant Buyer be responsible for?

The Assistant Buyer will create and maintain weekly and seasonal sales reports, as well as analytical reports related to sales, inventory, and gross margin levels.

Is accommodation available for applicants with disabilities?

Yes, accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities during the recruitment, assessment process, and when hired.

What is the company culture like at Joe Fresh?

Joe Fresh fosters a culture that champions collaboration, kindness, and inclusivity, seeking individuals who model these values and make authentic connections.

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Loblaw Companies Limited

At Loblaw, we're developing innovative products and solutions. Our focus is on empowering Canadians to Live Life Well.

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1919
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Our Purpose – Live Life Well Loblaw Companies Limited is Canada’s food and pharmacy leader, the nation’s largest retailer, and the majority unit holder of Choice Properties Real Estate Investment Trust. Loblaw – and its portfolio of grocery, health and beauty, financial services and apparel businesses – provides Canadians with an unparalleled mix of value, assortment and convenience, and offers Canadians two of the country’s most recognized brands – President’s Choice and no name. The acquisition of Shoppers Drug Mart, along with the powerful Life Brand and Optimum brand, has only served to reinforce our leadership position in the marketplace. As well, our PC Plus program, omni-channel efforts and multicultural merchandising offerings continued to be points of differentiation for our customer experience. In 2019, Loblaw has been recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, Best Diversity Employers by Mediacorp Canada Inc.