Stitches, Urban Planet, Urban Behavior, Sirens, Forever 21, Urban Kids, Suzy Shier, Bluenotes, West 49, Amnesia, Charlotte Russe, Rue 21 and Mandee. Our goal is to sustain performance that exceeds expectations. We treat people with respect and dignity, promote the benefits of diversity and address challenges in a direct and compassionate manner.

The Buyer is responsible for maintaining a strong knowledge base for their category and will balance analytical and creative abilities to positively affect the bottom-line profit of their area. This role will put into practice their vendor interviewing skills and assortment planning, sourcing, approvals and selling strategies. Under close supervision, the Buyer will help plan business opportunities and effectively negotiate with suppliers to be able to achieve their sales targets.

The Junior

Buyer will assist and work as a partner with the Buyer in all areas of merchandising including providing support in purchase order processing. practice interviewing suppliers, communicate regularly to ensure product development, initiation of new orders, PO revisions, cancellations, shipping, packing, arrival dates, etc. Follow up with suppliers on any questions related to purchase orders, price tickets, extension requests, and shipping instructions Create computer file system for all vendor communication Process all purchase orders in a timely fashion Practice assortment planning, sourcing,



approvals and selling strategies Handle purchase order revisions as changes arise in the procurement process. Follows up on a weekly basis to ensure there are no outstanding purchase orders Assist in planning product assortment, focusing on price points, cost, product assortment and trends Finalize and submit the Open Order Report to Senior Management on a weekly basis (end of day Friday) Create Excel reports as required Develop ongoing knowledge of buying; Stay current to fashion trends, market climate and competition Post-secondary education in Fashion and/or related experience required Minimum of 4+ years of working Fashion Merchandising experience Previous work experience with suppliers and buyers an asset Knowledge of the retail industry an asset Illustrator and AS400 skills are an asset Proficient in Microsoft Office Health and Dental Benefits Plan Ongoing Training and Development If chosen to participate in the selection process, accommodations are available upon request.

We will consult with the applicant to provide or arrange suitable accommodation in a manner that takes into account the applicant’s accessibility needs.

Job Types: Full time, Permanent Dental care Life insurance On-site parking Ability to commute/relocate: ~ North York, ON M6A 2W1: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required) AS400: 1 year (preferred) Fashion Buying: 2 years (required)

📌 Temporary Procurement Specialist (Toronto)
🏢 YM
📍 Toronto