Job Description
Support the Director and Buyer(s) with vendor performance management, generating data, conducting analysis, and preparing presentation material.
Maintain all system data for the category, ensuring we have end-to-end accuracy in all aspects of our Produce product portfolio, including vendor costing.
Facilitate vendor onboarding activities and provide administrative ownership of new product creation in collaboration with our Vendor Onboarding and Data Operations teams.
Collaborate with our supply chain, merchandising, private label, and international sourcing teams to resolve product availability and fulfilment challenges.
Support the Director and Buyer(s) with other ad-hoc administrative activities as assigned.
Commitment to promoting a workplace of inclusiveness and belonging
What you bring:
A curious mentality and positive, self-motivated demeanor.
Post-secondary education or equivalent experience
1+ years in a procurement, supply chain or retail merchandising role.
Previous retail experience is an asset
Confident, with an ability to prioritize many projects at the same time and collaborate with cross-functional collaborators.
Financial, business and retail knowledge.
Strong relationship-management skills and a winsome communication style.
Skilled in using Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
Our commitment to Sustainability and Social Impact is an essential part of the way we do business, and we focus our attention on areas where we can have the greatest impact. Our approach to sustainability and social impact is based on three pillars – Environment, Sourcing and Community – and we are constantly looking for ways to demonstrate leadership in these important areas. Our CORE Values – Care, Ownership, Respect and Excellence – guide all our decision-making and come to life through our Blue Culture. We offer our colleagues progressive careers, comprehensive training, flexibility, and other competitive benefits – these are some of the many reasons why we are one of Canada’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Greenest Employers & Canada’s Top Employers for Young People.
If you are unsure whether your experience matches every requirement above, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are looking for varied perspectives which include diverse experiences that we can add to our team.
We have a long-standing focus on diversity, equity and inclusion because we know it will make our company a better place to work and shop. We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.
Please Note:
Candidates who are 18 years or older are required to complete a criminal background check. Details will be provided through the application process.
Maintain all system data for the category, ensuring we have end-to-end accuracy in all aspects of our Produce product portfolio, including vendor costing.
Facilitate vendor onboarding activities and provide administrative ownership of new product creation in collaboration with our Vendor Onboarding and Data Operations teams.
Collaborate with our supply chain, merchandising, private label, and international sourcing teams to resolve product availability and fulfilment challenges.
Support the Director and Buyer(s) with other ad-hoc administrative activities as assigned.
Commitment to promoting a workplace of inclusiveness and belonging
What you bring:
A curious mentality and positive, self-motivated demeanor.
Post-secondary education or equivalent experience
1+ years in a procurement, supply chain or retail merchandising role.
Previous retail experience is an asset
Confident, with an ability to prioritize many projects at the same time and collaborate with cross-functional collaborators.
Financial, business and retail knowledge.
Strong relationship-management skills and a winsome communication style.
Skilled in using Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
Our commitment to Sustainability and Social Impact is an essential part of the way we do business, and we focus our attention on areas where we can have the greatest impact. Our approach to sustainability and social impact is based on three pillars – Environment, Sourcing and Community – and we are constantly looking for ways to demonstrate leadership in these important areas. Our CORE Values – Care, Ownership, Respect and Excellence – guide all our decision-making and come to life through our Blue Culture. We offer our colleagues progressive careers, comprehensive training, flexibility, and other competitive benefits – these are some of the many reasons why we are one of Canada’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Greenest Employers & Canada’s Top Employers for Young People.
If you are unsure whether your experience matches every requirement above, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are looking for varied perspectives which include diverse experiences that we can add to our team.
We have a long-standing focus on diversity, equity and inclusion because we know it will make our company a better place to work and shop. We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.
Please Note:
Candidates who are 18 years or older are required to complete a criminal background check. Details will be provided through the application process.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Associate Buyer, Produce position is now open for candidates interested in the Remote Jobs sector. This role in Cambridge offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Remote Jobs is a plus.