Are you a self-starter with a desire to achieve results in a fast paced environment? Well.ca is looking for an enthusiastic and passionate Buyer to join their growing Merchandising team. The ideal candidate will be a team player with strong experience that is ready to take on any challenge.
Responsibilities:
The Buyer will own the growth and development of a specific category, including:
· Owning the aggressive revenue, margin, and SKU count targets for your categories
· Sourcing new vendors and distributors and setting them up to do business at Well.ca with the purpose of onboarding a steady line up of new and innovative brands
· Building seasonal programs by creating a robust assortment, meeting targets, and solidifying the position of Well.ca as a gifting destination
· Managing inventory levels and proactively de-listing unproductive SKUs and vendors maximizing sales and turns
· Setting strategic pricing for all SKUs for the category and determining promotional pricing
· Building weekly promotions, in conjunction with key vendors, to meet promotional targets and generate traffic and excitement to Well.ca
· Maximizing relationships with vendors, including securing coop and rebate dollars
· Creating insight on category/SKU performance and regularly adapting the category to shifts in market trends
· Working with the Marketing team to develop a robust promotional calendar
· Related duties connected with making the category and business successful
Qualifications:
· Proven Buyer experience with a minimum of 3-5 years experience
· Previous Buying experience within the Retail industry is an asset
· Track record of success working for a top-tier retailer or brand
· Undergraduate degree or equivalent experience
· Strong analytical skills
Desirable Attributes:
· A can-do self-starter who is tenacious and creative in finding ways to get things done
· A person who is naturally curious, analytical, and innovative, and questions the status quo
· Someone who is energetic, hard working and brings a professional attitude to work
· A team player who can help contribute to Well.ca’s amazing culture
· Someone who’s already a huge Well.ca user and fan
Conditions of Employment:
- Criminal background check
- Fully vaccinated against Covid-19
**Well.ca is offering fully vaccinated employees a $150 bonus with proof of vaccination.**
Please note: If you cannot be vaccinated due to a disability or a sincerely held religious belief, Well.ca will engage in an interactive process to determine if you can be reasonably accommodated without creating undue hardship for Well.ca or a direct threat to the health or safety of yourself or others.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Buying: 3 years (Required)
