Associate Buyer

Rogers Communications

  • Toronto, ON
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 15 days ago
Are you ready to take your career to new heights and be a part of a dynamic team at Rogers Sports & Media? We believe in creativity, innovation, and collaboration in everything we do, and we are looking for people who share this mindset to join us. With a monthly reach of 30 million Canadians, you can help shape the future of sports, news, e-commerce, and entertainment. At Rogers, we value diversity and inclusivity and believe that every voice matters. Join us today and be a part of a team that is redefining the future of media.Who we're looking for:We're looking for an Associate Buyer. Your primary responsibility will be to manage all of the products and programs in your given sub-category with an effort to meeting and exceeding all of your targets. You will work with your vendor base and all internal departments to ensure that the vision for the product is executed. You will ensure that you are constantly ahead of all marketplace trends and innovations so that your items are all the best value and that you promote the company’s vision. The purpose of this position is to provide a training ground for future potential buyer position openings.What you'll do:
  • Support Buyer and DMM to develop programs and strategies in order to meet and exceed all KPIs.
  • Oversee omni-channel Home and Seasonal sourcing and purchasing.
  • Be constantly aware of all new product and category innovations utilizing all available revenues (social platform, trade publication, business trend news, competitors etc) and working with the vendor network.
  • Manage product life cycles and inventory levels to ensure that all targets are met. Manage products to ensure we are "in stock" at all times, review and maintain inventory levels on a constant and regular basis.
  • Assist as required, source new, process orders, manage National Brand pricing and cost credits.
  • Work with TV Sales and Programming to ensure that the vision for the show is effectively and accurately communicated to the customer.
  • Main liaison between cross functional teams - provide cross functional teams (Content, Digital, Marketing, Creatives, customer service, etc) with relevant information in a timely fashion to ensure efficient seamless process.
  • Provide direction to Merchandise Assistants to ensure key tasks are completed on-time; item set-up, product data entry, pricing adjustments.
  • Complete sales analysis reporting for the programs managed on a weekly (or as needed) basis. Ensure all analysis is distributed then kept on file for future reference.
  • Manage all marketing initiatives (samples, features/benefits) such as recommendations for monthly mailer, print material, presell catalogue, price changes, icons.
  • Other duties as required.
What you bring:
  • Passionate, hard-working, dedicated, innovative and forward thinking
  • 2+ years Retail Buying/Merchandise/Marketing/Business Development experience, experience with buying for Home and Lifestyle would be an asset
  • Thrive in collaboration, an excellent team player
  • Exceptional communication (verbal and written) and collaboration skills with both internal and external clients
  • Equal ability to think and do; proactive
  • Well-developed negotiation and vendor relationship skills
  • Innovative and strong creative problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with considerable autonomy
  • Results orientated and track record of overachieving
  • Excellent organizational, planning and prioritization skills
  • Flexibility in hours of work to ensure requirements of team and business are met
What's in it for you?We believe in investing in our people and helping them reach their potential as valuable members of our team. As part of our team, you’ll have access to a wide range of incredible resources, growth opportunities, discounts, and perks, including:
  • Discounts:
  • Enjoy up to 50% off Rogers Services and Blue Jays Tickets, 25% off TSC items, and a 20% discount on all wireless accessories sold in Rogers stores.
  • Company matching contributions to charities you support
  • Growth & Development Opportunities:
  • Self-driven career development programs (E.g. MyPath program)
  • Rogers First:
  • Priority in applying to internal roles of interest
  • Wellness Programs:
  • Homewood employee & family assistance program
  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) & Virtual therapy sessions
  • Low or no-cost fitness membership with access to virtual classes
  • Our commitment to the environment and diversity:
  • Work for an organization committed to environmental protection
  • Strong commitment to diversity and inclusion with employee resource groups supporting equity-deserving groups including groups representing People of Colour, 2SLGBTQIA+, Indigenous Peoples, Persons with
Disabilities and Women. We all bring something different, and we know what makes us different makes us great.​To protect our people, brand and assets, a pre-employment background check will be conducted. As part of our selection process, all candidates must clear a criminal background check. Additionally, a credit check and drivers abstract may be required depending on the role.Schedule: Full timeShift: No SelectionLength of Contract: No SelectionWork Location: 59 Ambassador Dr (096), Mississauga, ONTravel Requirements: No SelectionBackground Check(s) Required: Canadian Criminal Record CheckPosting Category/Function: No Selection & No SelectionRequisition ID: 327799To support career growth, collaboration, and high-performing teams, all Corporate Employees are expected to work onsite a minimum of four (4) days per week starting October 6, 2025, increasing to five (5) days per week effective February 2, 2026. We believe that in-person connection strengthens our culture and drives industry-leading performance.At Rogers, we believe the key to a strong business, is a diverse workforce where equity and inclusion are core to making everyone feel like they belong. We do this by embracing our diversity, celebrating our different perspectives, and working towards creating environments that empower our people to bring their whole selves to work. Everyone who applies for a job will be considered. We recognize the business value in creating a workplace where each team member has the tools to reach their full potential by removing any barriers for equal participation. We work with our candidates who are experiencing a disability throughout the recruitment process to ensure that they have what they need to be at their best. Please reach out to our recruiters and hiring managers to begin a conversation about how we can ensure that you deliver your best work. You matter to us! For any questions, please visit the Recruitment Process FAQ.Posting Notes: Rogers Sports & Media

Rogers Communications