This is a great career opportunity with one of Canada's dominant national retailers. Toronto-based, you'll be responsible for:
Reviewing sales/financial analyses for various product categories, post mortem on what sold and did not sell, and determine which categories have potential to move upward
Scanning business and industry-wide trends for their class, scan competitive landscape, analyze consumer data
Identifying trends in consumer lifestyle, style and technology for your category
Provide significant input for exceeding top-line goals into class level targets by buying period
Review current vendor lines and attend relevant trade shows for new potential
Provide significant input into assortment guidelines based on merchandise strategy at class level around critical item type, breadth and depth comparisons and space allocation
Establish expected turn and in-and-out dates at class level based on item type
Candidate qualifications
5 – 7 years proven merchandising experience managing a larger retail portfolio. You may have been involved in seasonal, housewares, lifestyle, decor or home fashion areas
Strong negotiation skills demonstrated through several successful vendor negotiations
Ability to build effective relationships cross functionally both internally and with vendors
Ability to multi-task and prioritize key business priorities and see them through to completion
Strong analytical ability to extrapolate pertinent information from various sources (customer reports, vendor reports, and spreadsheets) and analyze data for decision making purposes
University degree in a related field
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to adapt to a fast pace, cross-functional and dynamic environment
DIVERSITY is key to the company; we welcome applicants regardless of race, gender, age, and those with disabilities.
We're looking for talent with leading edge retail experience. In return, our Client offers a competitive salary, bonus, shares and career growth for achievers.
All inquiries will be treated in strict confidence. For an initial exchange of information, please contact Wolf Gugler at (888) 848-3006 or apply here.