Personal Suitability

Initiative; Effective interpersonal skills; Flexibility; Accurate; Team player; Excellent oral communication; Excellent written communication; Client focus; Judgement; Organized

Specialization/Experience (Business sales and services)

Product selection; Pricing; Negotiation; Merchandise needs analysis; Merchandising or window; Market analysis; Buying

Work Location Information Urban area; Outside Canada

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Fast-paced environment; Work under pressure; Repetitive tasks; Attention to detail; Combination of sitting, standing, walking; Tight deadlines

Transportation/Travel Information

Own transportation; Willing to travel; Willing to travel regularly; Willing to travel cross-border; Willing to travel for extended periods; Valid driver's licence; Travel expenses paid by employer

Work Setting Retail business; Wholesale establishment/store

Business Equipment and Computer Applications

Spreadsheet; MS Access; MS Excel; MS PowerPoint; MS Word; Internet; Database software; Quick Books; Planogram software; MS Outlook

Specific Skills

Visit trade shows, showrooms, factories and product design events; Select and purchase merchandise for resale; Oversee distribution of merchandise to outlets; Negotiate prices, discounts, credit terms and transportation arrangements with suppliers; Maintain adequate stock levels; Establish and maintain contact with suppliers; Review requirements of establishment and determine quantity and type of merchandise to purchase; Arrange product according to planogram; Study market reports, trade periodicals and sales promotion materials and visit trade shows, showrooms, factories and product design events

Experience 1 year to less than 2 years

Education College/CEGEPor equivalent experience

Languages English