The Company: 1896124 ONTARIO INC. (operating as KB Rugs)
Corporate Office: 1425 Dundas Street East, Mississauga, ON, L4X 2W4
Work Location: 1425 Dundas Street East, Mississauga, ON, L4X 2W4
Start Date: ASAP
Type of Position: Full time, permanent
Positions Available: 1
Hours per Week: 40
Salary: $67,000 – $70,000 / year (To be negotiated)
Benefits:
• 10 days vacation
• Group insurance benefits
Language
• English
Education
• Completed college/CEGEP or university degree
Experience
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in product procurement for carpet/rug retail store
• Experience procuring carpet/rugs from Asia, Europe or the Middle East
Transportation/Travel Information
• Willing to travel regularly
• Travel expenses paid by employer
Work Setting
• Retail business
Business Equipment and Computer Applications
• MS Excel
• MS Outlook
• MS PowerPoint
• MS Word
Geographical Areas of Specialization
• Carpets/rugs from Asia, South East Asia and Europe (including Pakistan, India, Iran, Afghanistan, Turkey and Belgium)
General Skills and Duties
Specific Skills
• Establish and maintain contact with suppliers
• Maintain adequate stock levels
• Negotiate prices, discounts, credit terms and transportation arrangements of carpets/rugs with foreign suppliers
• Oversee distribution of merchandise to outlets
• Review requirements of establishment and determine quantity and type of merchandise to purchase
• Select and purchase merchandise for resale
• Study market reports, trade periodicals and sales promotion materials
• Visit trade shows, showrooms, factories and product design events
Additional Skills and Duties
• Select the merchandise to be stocked and purchased, including the type and quantity of products to be procured
• Expand the number of store products and build business opportunities with overseas suppliers
• Work closely with suppliers and store employees to ensure timely deliveries and maintaining optimal inventory level and product quality
• Analyze financial results, conduct variance analyses and take appropriate actions to ensure purchasing goals are being met
• Generate reports on product selection, sales, pricing and market trends
Specialization/Experience (Business sales and services)
• Buying
• Merchandise needs analysis
• Market analysis
• Product selection
• Negotiation
• Distribution
• Pricing
• Product development
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
Personal Suitability
• Accurate
• Client Focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Initiative
• Judgement
• Organized
• Team player
How to Apply
• By email: sales@kbrugs.ca
About KB Rugs
For many years, KB Rugs has been the main source of supplying hand-made, hand knotted, and high-end machine-made rugs for every valued customer. We supply a large range of high-quality rugs directly sourced from Pakistan, India, Iran, Afghanistan, Turkey, and Belgium. Each rug is constructed in relentless precision and dedicated to detail. KB’s products reflect the expertise and time of the weaver, as well as the intricate patterns, designs, and fine materials that make each rug promising and mesmerizing. High in demand, we offer a range of Oriental, Indian, Persian, Traditional and Modern rugs, ensured to transform your space. With our vast online selection, consumers can explore, select, and purchase products with just a click of a button.
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