Junior Buyer in Markham, Ontario at Kiokii Inc

About the Role

We are looking for a detail-oriented, analytical, and proactive Junior Buyer to support our merchandising and purchasing team in sourcing products, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring inventory is aligned with business needs.

• Support the purchasing process by preparing purchase orders, tracking deliveries, and ensuring products arrive on time
• Communicate with suppliers to request quotations, confirm orders, resolve shipment issues, andmaintainstrong working relationships
• Assistwith product sourcing, vendor research, and supplier evaluations to support purchasing decisions
• Monitor inventory levels and collaborate with merchandising, planning, and operations teams to ensure product availability
• Analyze sales, inventory, and purchasing data toidentifytrends and support inventory planning and replenishment
• Support product launches, seasonal assortments, and new store openings by coordinating purchasing timelines and product availability
• Assistin monitoring supplier performance, including quality, cost, and delivery metrics, and recommend opportunities for improvement
• Maintainaccuraterecords and documentation within internal systems
• Collaborate with cross-functional teamsto support business objectives
• Prepare regular purchasing reports and provide insights to support inventory management and buying strategies

What You'll Need

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Merchandising, Retail Management, or a related field
• 1–3 years of experience in buying, purchasing, procurement, merchandising, inventory planning, or a related role (internship or co-op experience is also considered)
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret sales and inventory data
• Advancedproficiencyin Microsoft Excel and familiarity with Microsoft Office applications
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communicationand relationship management skills when working with suppliers and cross-functional teams
• Experience working with ERP(NetSuite, SAP, etc.),purchasing, or inventory management systems is an asset
• Knowledge of retail buying, inventory management, or supply chain processes is preferred
• Experience in beauty, fashion, lifestyle, or consumer retail industries is an asset
• Passion for retail, product trends, and delivering an exceptional customer experience

Vacancy type: BACKFILL

Kiokii Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. If you require accommodation during the interview process, please contact Human Resources.

The Company utilizes AI-assisted technology in the initial screening of resumes to enhance efficiency and consistency in the recruitment process. This technology does not make hiring decisions independently. All applications are subject to human review prior to any employment decision.