Buyer

Vistek•Toronto, ON

22h

About The Position

You will manage a complex portfolio of approximately 5,000 SKUs across multiple leading brands, owning the full product lifecycle—from product selection and launch through to replenishment and phase-out. This is a highly visible role that directly impacts sales performance, inventory health, and customer experience.

Requirements

5+ years experience in buying or demand planning
Experience managing large SKU portfolios
Product lifecycle management knowledge
Retail or e-commerce experience
Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset
Experience in demand planning and buying
Proactive/Self-motivated
ERP and planning system proficiency
Agility and flexibility working in a changing technology-based product knowledge market
Business acumen and vendor management skills
Strategic and hands-on capability

Nice To Haves

Experience with professional and consumer Photo and Video imaging products
Purchasing in a retail environment experience
Netstock software familiarity
Advanced Excel skills

Responsibilities

Own end-to-end lifecycle management of assigned professional and consumer photo and video image equipment categories
Identify and onboard new products aligned with market trends and customer demand
Optimize product assortment to drive sales, margin, and inventory efficiency
Analyze and maintain demand forecasts using historical, seasonal, and promotional data
Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, and vendors to improve demand planning and accuracy
Monitor trends and adjust forecasts to support business objectives
Manage inventory levels and Month-on-Hand (MOH) targets across all SKUs
Ensure high in-stock rates while minimizing excess and aged inventory
Identify and action slow-moving or underperforming products
Build and maintain strong vendor relationships
Manage purchase orders, pricing, and delivery timelines (ETAs)
Coordinate with internal teams to ensure smooth product flow
Responsible for the coordination of accurate product data, pricing, and forecasting inputs
Leverage analytics to inform purchasing decisions
Continuously improve processes