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Retail Sales Buyer – Apparel, Giftware, Convenience

by Fanshawe College

Reference #: RSO 40840
Position Type: Full-time
Location: London, ON
Date Posted: Mar 22, 2023
Fanshawe College

Job Description

Retail Sales Buyer – Apparel, Giftware, Convenience (RSO 40840)
Retail Operations
Retail, Residence and Conference Services

Location: London
Employment Group: Support
Hours:  35 hours per week.  
Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Some weekends and evenings at the start of the academic term, or during special events such as graduation or the College Open House.
Pay Details:  $28.56 per hour
Closing Date:  Open Until Filled

Working at Fanshawe College
Fanshawe College is committed to the principles of hybrid work and may offer this option to employees whose work can be performed in an alternate location, without adverse impact to the operations of the College, inclusive of our Student and Staff experience. Confirmation of hybrid work options available to you will be clarified upon hire and may be subject to change based on the duties required of your position. Successful candidates will be required to perform work within Ontario and must be available to work on campus, as required.

Note: This is a full-time Support position (35 hours per week).

Duties: Under the general supervision of the Manager, Campus Stores Operations, the incumbent is responsible for the overall purchasing of program specific uniforms, purchasing, merchandising and promotional activities of the Red Zone (clothing store) and Variety Store with the goal in mind of meeting/exceeding sales and margin targets both in store and on fanshaweretail.ca. The incumbent will also be responsible for GM and uniform special orders and representing the Red Zone and Variety Store at annual events such as Employee Appreciation, Open House and Graduation.


QUALIFICATIONS
  • Post-secondary 2-year diploma related to Business with a Purchasing/Supply Chain Management focus
  • Minimum 3 year’s purchasing experience in a retail clothing and fashion environment preferably the education sector, relating to general merchandise
  • An equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered; preference will be given to applicants meeting the education requirements
  • Exceptional knowledge of retail merchandising and inventory techniques such as open to buy purchasing, just in time, cycle counts, inventory turns, markdowns, etc.
  • Strong communication skills
  • Be innovative and creative
  • Experience in working with an online point of sale system
  • Knowledge of accounting principles related to revenue, payables, discounting, and various pricing procedures
  • General retail and merchandising experience including marketing and promotions
While transcripts are not required for the interview, they are mandatory prior to any offer of employment.

How to Apply:
For more information and how to apply, please visit the Fanshawe College website at:  https://jobs.fanshawec.ca/

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be acknowledged.

Fanshawe College is an equal opportunity employer.  We are committed to equity, value diversity, and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds.

Fanshawe College provides accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If a job applicant requires an accommodation during the application process or through the selection process, the hiring manager and the Recruitment Coordinator leading the recruitment will work with the applicant to meet the job applicant's accommodation needs.
 
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Job Location

London, ON