Assistant Appliance Category ManagerBuyer ON

Leons is currently looking for an Assistant Appliance Category Manager/Buyer ON to join our merchandising team.

About Us:

Leons Furniture has locations from coast to coast is Canadian owned and has a rich history spanning over 110 years. Today as in the past Canadians have turned to us to provide their home furnishing needs and were proud to be expanding our sales teams in every location to meet this challenge.

Many of our most successful associates joined Leons in entry level positions and with hard work determination and desire they were able to achieve a level of success beyond their imaginations. These success stories are our greatest achievement. Let our story be your story. Whatever the position Leons can open the door to a bright and exciting future for you. You bring the can-do attitude and we will provide the tools for your success. Join us today!

Responsibilities:

• Support the Appliance Buyer with management of the home appliances category that includes. assortment planning purchasing supplier relationships merchandise allocation managing inventory levels and business analytics.
• Collaborate with cross functional teams including marketing for product campaigns and promotions.
• Must stay informed about the most recent trends and advancements in technology.
• Demonstrate initiative meticulous attention to detail innovative troubleshooting skills and passion for electronics.
• Drop-Ship / On-line business coordination.
• Tracking and soliciting all earned sell-through allowances Co-op allowances Volume Rebates &c. in a timely manner to ensure the category maximizes profitability and ROI.
• Fostering and maintaining positive relations with all Departments as well as all associates you have contact with in our Stores and Home Office to ensure there is a healthy environment of mutual respect.
• Ensuring Product Knowledge is made available to all sales associates in a timely manner and that the vendor supports our E-learning requirements as well as offer in-store sales support to our sales associates.
• Other duties and responsibilities which may be directed by Leons to perform from time to time.

Requirements:

• Experience and knowledge of the latest industry trends in home appliances.
• Experience supporting the procurement of home appliances including washers dryers fridges ranges dishwashers small appliances etc.
• Previous category management experience.
• Ability to thrive in a fast paced high-growth environment.
• Willingness to demonstrate values of accountability service integrity and innovation.
• Enthusiasm for organization goal setting problem-solving and project management.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting or exceeding prescribed deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills: proficiency with Excel.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Working Requirements:

• In Office at our Toronto/North York Home Office

We offer:

• Comprehensive Employee Benefit Package after 3 months
• Bonus
• Employee Discounts & Partner Discount Programs
• The chance to be part of a financially stable well-respected truly Canadian company with opportunities for growth from coast to coast
• Continuous quality education and training on our products and sales techniques

Compensation:

$40000/yr to $50000/yr plus (income may vary based on volume and location)

Additional Information:

• Artificial Intelligence (AI) Use: Leons may use AI tools to support the recruitment and selection process (e.g. screening resumes scheduling interviews). Final hiring decisions are made by our teams.
• We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. Accommodation is available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment process. Candidates with accommodation needs can email their accommodation requests to.

How to Apply:

If youre ready to bring your expertise to Leons wed love to hear from you.

Please email your application including your CV and a short statement on why you would be a great fit for LFL.