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Loblaw Companies

Retailer operating grocery and pharmacy chains

Assistant Buyer - Multiple Teams

MerchandisingConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeToronto, ON, Canada$44k - $60.5k /yrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Merchandising is required.
  • One to two years of buying office experience is required.
  • Strong knowledge of and passion for apparel are required.
  • Proficiency in Excel, Pivot Tables, Word, and PowerPoint is required.
  • The candidate must be self-motivated and have solid interpersonal skills and the ability to function well in a team environment.

Responsibilities

  • Support and follow up for the Senior Buyer in all aspects of the category business, participate in all activities of the buying process, and follow up on daily activities in the buying office.
  • Assist in achieving sales, profit, and inventory targets with an understanding of financial metrics.
  • Ensure all purchase order deadlines are met and execute updates as necessary.
  • Oversee sample tracking, ensure approvals are completed in a timely manner, and communicate approvals to vendors.
  • Ensure correct pricing information, including markdowns and promotional pricing, is uploaded into systems.
  • Resolve systematic issues to minimize store scanning issues.
  • Validate all marketing assets, including flyers, in-store signage, and campaigns, before their effective dates.
  • Partner and work closely with internal and external teams, including visual, marketing, product development, design, space planning, supply chain, and vendors.
  • Monitor category sales weekly and propose actions to the Senior Buyer or Senior Director as necessary, including markdowns, promotional events, and delivery follow-up.

About the Company

Loblaw Companies

Retailer operating grocery and pharmacy chains

Loblaw operates a nationwide network of grocery stores and pharmacies in Canada, serving as a one-stop destination for food, health, and beauty. Its stores use a self-serve format to keep prices lower and offer private-label lines, including No Name and President’s Choice, alongside national brands; it also provides pharmacy services through Shoppers Drug Mart. The company differentiates itself with its scale, integrated grocery and pharmacy offerings, and strong private-label brands that drive value and convenience across many locations. Its goal is to be Canada’s leading retail destination for food, health, and beauty by delivering value and a seamless shopping experience across a connected network.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Brampton, Canada
Founded
1919

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