Coordonateur(trice) des achats - Femme/Women's Buying Coordinator
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- Montreal, QC
- Permanent
- Full-time
Departement : Women's BuyingReports to: Buying ManagerAre you an expert communicator with a finger on the pulse of emerging footwear trends? Browns Shoes is currently seeking a passionate and experienced buying coordinator for the women's department to join our growing buying team.About Browns:Founded in Montreal in 1940, Browns Shoes was built on one principle: putting the customer first. Unwavering in our mission to provide an unforgettable shopping experience, Browns remains the intersection where luxury meets affordability, and every customer is heard. From humble beginnings as a mom-and-pop shop, Browns grew to become North America’s leading independent footwear retailer with over 70 stores Canada-wide. Today, we’re proud to offer a top-notch selection of trending styles and exclusive collections that keep our customers coming back for more.About the Role:As the buying coordinator, you’ll play a crucial role in supporting our buyers and ensuring only the top footwear styles hit our shelves.Working from our office in Ville Saint-Laurent, you’ll provide crucial administrative support to our buying team. You’ll be a primary contact for our vendors, negotiating and coordinating orders, pricing, and timely merchandise deliveries. You’ll also collaborate with our buyers on exciting Browns projects and events and conduct regular visits to local Browns stores.What You’ll Do:Participate in Exciting Buys: Be at the forefront of merchandise selection, offering your insights and feedback to influence our inventory.Budget Guardian: Assist in managing the buyer’s budget, providing regular updates to keep our spending on track.Vendor Liaison: Send orders, follow up on confirmations and deliveries, and ensure seamless communication with our vendors.Store Communication: Maintain strong relationships with store contacts and conduct weekly store visits to stay connected with the pulse of our retail locations.Sample Management: Oversee the sample division and keep the sample room organized and efficient.Trip Preparation: Support buyer trip preparations, from syncing iPads to labeling photos and more.Order Processing: Create and manage purchase orders with precision.Sales Analysis: Conduct vendor-specific sales analysis to inform buying decisions.Monthly Reports: Provide end-of-month notes to keep our buying team informed and aligned.Innovative Ideas: Contribute fresh ideas for products, in-store events, and more to keep our offerings exciting.Website Merchandising: Ensure our online store reflects accurate product information and attributes.Cost Detailing: Create detailed spreadsheets for cost and style during buys.Inventory Management: Coordinate warehouse replenishments and manage inventory shifts as needed.What’s In It for You:As part of the Browns family, you’ll have access to first-rate employee benefits and exciting events, including:Group InsuranceEmployee Assistance ProgramEmployer Contributions to your RRSPEmployee discountHybrid work environment$500 annual exercise reimbursementSubsidized cafeteria and free breakfastFree coffee, tea, and hot chocolateFree weekly yoga sessionFree on-site parkingWhat We’re Looking For:Experience: 1-2 years of previous experience in a similar role.Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook).Educational Background: A CEGEP or University degree is preferred.Proven ability to juggle multiple tasks with ease and efficiency.Strong problem-solving, time management and organizational skills.Ability to maintain a high level of professionalism in all interactions.Apply Now!If you have a passion for fashion, apply to become our new Ladies Buying Coordinator and help shape the future of fashion by submitting a resume outlining your relevant experience.While we appreciate your interest in this role, please note that only selected candidates will be contacted.Thank you for your interest in Browns!All of our store managers, district managers and sales directors started out on the floor at our stores and worked their way up through the company, so they understand the needs of their front-line employees on a personal level—they were there once, too.