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produce buyer

European MarketWindsor, ONJob Bankpublished 09/29/2026
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Must-have:E-CommerceSecurityLead

Education:

Other trades certificate or diploma.

Work setting:

Wholesale establishment/store. Retail business.

Tasks:

  • Arrange product according to planogram.
  • Establish and maintain contact with suppliers.
  • Maintain adequate stock levels.
  • Negotiate prices, discounts, credit terms and transportation arrangements with suppliers.
  • Provide customer service.
  • Review requirements of establishment and determine quantity and type of merchandise to purchase.
  • Select and purchase merchandise for resale.
  • Supervise work of other buyers.

Supervision:

3-4 people.

Computer and technology knowledge:

  • Spreadsheet.
  • Internet.
  • MS Outlook.
  • MS Word.

Specialization/experience (business sales and services):

  • Sales.
  • Buying.
  • Merchandise needs analysis.
  • Product selection.
  • Negotiation.
  • Pricing.
  • Product development.
  • Merchandising or window.

Security and safety:

Criminal record check.

Work conditions and physical capabilities:

  • Fast-paced environment.
  • Work under pressure.
  • Tight deadlines.
  • Repetitive tasks.
  • Handling heavy loads.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Combination of sitting, standing, walking.
  • Standing for extended periods.
  • Physically demanding.

Personal suitability:

  • Accurate.
  • Client focus.
  • Efficient interpersonal skills.
  • Excellent oral communication.
  • Excellent written communication.
  • Flexibility.
  • Initiative.
  • Judgement.
  • Organized.
  • Team player.
  • Analytical.

Screening questions:

  1. Are you available for shift or on-call work?.
  2. Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?.
  3. Are you currently a student?.
  4. Do you have experience working in this field?.
  5. Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting for the position (English or French)?.

Employment terms options:

Early morning. Evening. Shift.

Experience:

3 years to less than 5 years.

Employment terms options:

Morning. Night. On call. Day. Weekend. Overtime available.

Green job:

Involves duties and responsibilities that lead to positive environmental outcomes.