Senior Buyer (Maternity leave replacement)

Canada Job Openings

ALDO Group

Montreal

FULL TIME

September 22, 2024

Job Title: Senior Buyer (Maternity leave replacement)
Department:
Looking to unbox your full potential? Find YOUR Fit at the ALDO GROUP.
Join the ALDO Group and thrive in a culture of continuous learning and impactful social responsibility! We offer exceptional training programs and are committed to ethical practices and sustainability. Find YOUR Fit while making a positive difference – apply now!
FIND YOUR FIT

Recognition programs to showcase your talent!
Tools to support and help them to reach their Career Goals. (Training Offers, Scholarship Programs, Linked In Learning and more).
To be part of a company that takes a stand on issues affecting people, the environment, and our partners
Summer Fridays (because Summer is for fun)
Purchase discount on merchandise sold in all our divisions.
Family & Friends events with discounts on our products
Subsidized cafeteria & daycare
Subsidized public transportation and free parking
On-campus gym with access to a trainer
Flex schedules and possibility to work from home
Sick days
Attractive total compensation!

YOUR ROLE

The ALDO Group is looking for an experienced buyer to manage our footwear business. The ideal person is energetic, self-motivated, excited about trends, and possesses a positive attitude.

Operating as a business manager with regards to planning & budgeting
Monitor competition on an ongoing basis
Perform pre-season planning (conceptual assortment planning, open to buy)
Build & Purchase a balanced collection (styles, breadth and depth) based on the needs of the region(s)
Work closely with Product development team to clearly communicate business needs and ensure a strong product offering
Attend product filtering sessions to ensure region(s)’ product needs are met.
Manage department budget pre-determined by Planning
Perform in-season management (repeats, markdowns, etc)
Monitor, analyze & report on product performance (weekly sales, weekly best sellers)
Achieve target budget and margins through consistent strategic buying and inventory management, achieve sell-through targets.
Participate in regional sales strategies
Perform cross-function collaboration activities to ensure Go-to-Market calendar activities are delivered.
Coach and mentor assistant buyers and buyers.

DO YOU HAVE THE PROFILE WE'RE LOOKING FOR?

Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion, Business or a related Degree
6-8 years minimum footwear buying experience
Solid financial and budgetary comprehension
Strong analytical skills
Excellent communication skills
Great attitude and a strong team player
Strong computer skills (Microsoft Word and Excel)
Skilled problem solver and ability to adapt to frequently changing needs of the business
Have an eye for up to the minute fashion trends
Ability to travel outside Canada
Outstanding commercial awareness, with a strong understanding of the high street
Good time management, prioritization, negotiation and organizational skills

WE'RE ON A JOURNEY TO CREATE A WORLD OF LOVE, CONFIDENCE AND BELONGING
The ALDO Group has been on this journey for over 50 years. We believe that our passionate associates are at the heart of our success, and that with them we will lead into our future with kindness.
The ALDO Group is committed to diversity and inclusion, not only now, but for the long term. We strongly encourage people who are Aboriginal, racialized, have disabilities, come from gender and sexually diverse communities and/or have intersectional identities to apply for employment with us. At ALDO Group, we will always strive to take steps to create a diverse and inclusive work environment that promotes equal opportunity and accountability.#Find Your Fit
Job Requirements:

Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion, Business or a related Degree
6-8 years minimum footwear buying experience
Solid financial and budgetary comprehension
Strong analytical skills
Excellent communication skills
Great attitude and a strong team player
Strong computer skills (Microsoft Word and Excel)
Skilled problem solver and ability to adapt to frequently changing needs of the business
Have an eye for up to the minute fashion trends
Ability to travel outside Canada
Outstanding commercial awareness, with a strong understanding of the high street
Good time management, prioritization, negotiation and organizational skills

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Job Snapshot

Employee Type

Full-Time

Location

Montreal, Quebec (Onsite)

Job Type

Other

Experience

Not Specified

Date Posted

09/13/2024

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