Buyer

Job title:

Buyer

Company

Aldo Group

Job description

Job Title: BuyerDepartment: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, LinkedIn 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 ROLEThe ALDO Group is looking for a Buyer to manage our ladies Accessories business. The ideal person is energetic, self-motivated, excited about trends, and possesses a positive attitude.Key Responsibilities

• 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.

DO YOU HAVE THE PROFILE WE’RE LOOKING FOR?

• Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion, Business or related Degree
• 2-3 years minimum 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
• Outstanding commercial awareness, with a strong understanding of the high street
• Good time management, prioritisation, negotiation and organizational skills

WE’RE ON A JOURNEY TO CREATE A WORLD OF LOVE, CONFIDENCE AND BELONGINGThe 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.#FindYourFit

• Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion, Business or related Degree
• 2-3 years minimum 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
• Outstanding commercial awareness, with a strong understanding of the high street
• Good time management, prioritisation, negotiation and organizational skills

Expected salary

Location

Montreal, QC

Job date

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 00:39:23 GMT

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