Assistant Buyer

About the Role

Are you a self-starter who is curious, analytical, and excited by the fast-paced world of ecommerce and merchandising?

Well.ca is looking for an enthusiastic and passionate Assistant Buyer to join our Merchandising team. In this role, you will work to support the growth and development of a specific category, helping to drive sales, margin, assortment, inventory, and promotional performance.

This is a great opportunity for someone who is commercially minded, highly analytical, and excited to take ownership of their work. You’ll have the opportunity to work closely with vendors and cross-functional teams while developing your merchandising and category management skills in a dynamic ecommerce environment.

Work Schedule:  Monday - Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm

Pay Range: $65,000 - $75,000

Location: Toronto - Hybrid* in-office once per month, or as requested by Management 

Position Status: 12-Month Contract

What You'll Do

Working closely with the Director of Merchandising, you will support the growth and development of your assigned categories, including:

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in merchandising, buying and category management
• Previous experience within ecommerce is an asset
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and turn insights into action
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Commercially minded, with an understanding of how assortment, pricing, promotions, inventory, and margin work together to drive business results
• Undergraduate degree or equivalent experience

Desirable Attributes