As a valued London Drugs family member, the opportunities for career growth are unlimited! Here is a great chance for you to grow your skills and experience.

Our Richmond Head Office currently has opportunities for:

Buyer – General Merchandise

The Buyer – General Merchandise, is accountable for the buying functions that support the Merchandise, Marketing and Operational Standards within a Division. This includes, but is not limited to, planning and selecting a range of products to sell in retail outlets.

When making purchasing decisions, the Buyer must consider the following factors:

Customer demand, including price, quality and availability
Market trends
Store policy
Financial budgets.

Keeping up to date with market trends and reacting to changes in demand are key elements of the role. Buyers source new merchandise and review existing items to ensure products remain competitive. By fully understanding customer needs, they are able to maximize profits and provide a commercially viable range of merchandise at competitive prices.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Buyer’s function encompasses all aspects of the buying cycle, i.e. product selection, inventory management, advertising, training and any other function required to increase sales, revenues, and results for the company, such as:

Meet with vendors and negotiate contracts and promotions.
Maintain relationships with existing vendors and source new vendors for future products.
Enhance profit opportunities through areas such as rebates, cash discounts, and promotional allowances.
Review and evaluate performance indicators, such as sales and discount levels.
Be cognizant of all relevant product trends, the significance of such trends and their possible impact on London Drugs.
Track and analyze trends in consumer buying patterns to determine which products should be sold.
Maintain vendor lists, company reports, assessments of achieved results, inventory turns, gross margins achieved, and return on investments.
Attend local and International tradeshows to select and assemble a new collection of products, and to stay abreast of industry standards.
Test sample products, and to report the results of such tests.
Oversee management of minimal defective returns.
Review all product records and correct any errors or omissions as they occur.
Ensure stock levels can support all store inventory requirements and promotions by liaising with store personnel to ensure supply meets demand.
Liaise with other departments within the organizations to ensure projects are completed.
Travel throughout Canada, the United States, Europe or Asia on business as required.

The successful candidate will have the following:

Good communication skills, both written and verbal
Adapts easily to change.
Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills.
Sound judgment and ability to effectively problem solve as required
Ability to work quickly and accurately under pressure.
Highly organized and able to multitask effectively and work under changing priorities.
Ability to relate to all levels of personnel.
Ability to exercise professional judgment, delegate and follow-up.
The ability to conceptualize, analyze, organize, and plan
Ability to maintain the confidentiality of London Drugs as well as a corporate image
Proven abilities of inventory management

If you are a well organized, self-motivated, individual who has a positive attitude, a desire to support Company initiatives, and a commitment to achieving Company objectives, then we have the opportunity for you to excel!

If you are interested in exploring opportunities but not sure where to start, talk to your Manager about this posting.

London Drugs is an equal opportunity employer. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work applicable to this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

London Drugs is 100% Canadian owned and is focused on local customers' satisfaction. Across Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba and British Columbia, London Drugs' 79 stores employ more than 8,000 staff dedicated to providing our customers with a superior shopping experience.

At London Drugs, we believe in fostering a culture that treats employees like family. We are committed to providing our employees with a supportive and encouraging environment that promotes professional development and advancement. By fostering this approach, we aim to create an atmosphere where every employee feels supported, appreciated, and motivated to contribute their best to the organization.

When we consider employees for new opportunities or promotions, we see them as integral members of our work family. Our commitment to treating employees like family is reflected in our practices of open communication, recognition of achievements, and providing opportunities for continuous learning and skill development. We want our employees to feel a strong sense of belonging and commitment to their success within the organization.

Therefore, we focus on promoting from within and we invite you to view all live postings to help advance your career with us. We also hold Manager-In-Training programs and LD Career Weeks to help better educate, prepare and support you with your career advancement journey.

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