Assistant Buyer, Jewellery

## Assistant Buyer, Jewellery Apply:
60 Bloor Street W, Toronto, ON:
Full time:
Posted Today:
RHolt Renfrew offers you an inspiring, fashion-driven environment with opportunities to learn and grow. From our incredible partnerships with iconic luxury brands, to our commitments to corporate social responsibility, you will be inspired every day.

A job at Holt Renfrew offers a competitive total compensation, a generous employee discount, pension, and health & dental benefits, tuition assistance, and continuous learning and development.
** Specific responsibilities include (but are not limited to) the following:
*** Monitor sales and margin performance and interpret variances against budget and forecast
* Assist in purchase order creation, tracking, open to buy reporting
* Check order confirmation from vendors for accuracy and compliance with our purchase order and/or terms of agreement
* Conduct purchase order follow up with vendors and resolve all related distribution issues.
* Support in the forecast preparation
* Assist in monthly/seasonal markdown sessions
* Monitor stock levels and initiate recommendations for repeat orders and consolidations
* Assist in preparation for pre-market analysis
* Participate in creation of financial plans in partnership with Buyers and Planners
* Work with Buyer and Planner to prepare seasonal business review
* Monitor buying office and sample inventory
* Provide sales analysis in-season for recommended repeats, consolidations and RTVs
* Complete/revise store allocations for merchandise on order
* Contribute towards establishing, maintaining and building strong relationships with vendors and internal departments to achieve goals
* Follow-up with stores using appropriate frequency and communication channels consolidations, repeats and RTVs, as well as product and merchandise information
* Initiate and coordinate with vendors and stores in-store product knowledge sessions and contests
* Prepare seasonal store product knowledge and road tour information; manage with the Buyer
* Track line budget performance and activity including plans and actuals.
* Coordinate all required activities for trunk shows, special events and personal appearances with the buyer and vendor.
* Responsible for all sample inventory from ordering, to return of merchandise
* Prepare presentations, media kits, event materials, etc.
* Complies with all Health & Safety policies and requirements
* Ensure compliance with privacy policies, regulations, and cyber security measures.
* Perform other duties, as assigned
** The ideal candidate:
*** Post-secondary degree in a related field or equivalent work experience
* 1-2 years of post-university work experience
* Sound knowledge of purchasing principles and practices / Retail Math
* Previous experience in analysis an asset including use of system-based tools
* Demonstrated leadership and influencing skills with the ability to get things done
* Excellent interpersonal skills; a team player who is able to act as both a leader and an individual contributor as required
* Confident and effective communication (written & verbal) and interpersonal skills
* Is adaptable and comfortable with ambiguity and change
* Highly service-oriented with exceptional organizational and follow up skills
* Passionate about fashion and luxury retailing
* Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
* Holt Renfrew is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. Our future success depends on the perspectives and contributions of all our employees -- their diverse backgrounds, abilities and experiences make our business stronger. If you are contacted for a job opportunity and require accommodation, please email  and let us know so we can…