Terms: This is a temporary, full time job, which requires working days.

Salary: will be negotiated and depends on the skills and experience of the applicant.

Education: The applicant should have completed high school, completed college or technical training.

Experience: at least a full year’s experience.

Business Equipment and Computer Applications: Word processing software, Spreadsheet software, Database software, Keyboarding, General office equipment, Internet browser

Work Setting: Wholesale establishment

Specialization/Experience: Merchandising, Buying, Merchandise needs analysis, Market analysis, Product selection, Distribution, Pricing

Type of merchandise: Food and beverages

Specific Skills/Activities: Select and purchase merchandise for resale, Review requirements of establishment and determine quantity and type of merchandise to purchase, Study market reports, trade periodicals and sales promotion materials, Negotiate prices, discounts, credit terms and transportation arrangements with suppliers, Establish and maintain contact with suppliers, Customer service oriented, Maintain adequate stock levels, Advanced computer skills

Transportation/Travel Information: Own transportation, Own vehicle, Public transportation is not available

Work Location Information: Urban area

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities: Fast-paced environment, Work under pressure, Tight deadlines, Repetitive tasks, Handling heavy loads, Attention to detail, Sitting, Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Essential Skills: Reading text, Document use, Numeracy, Writing, Oral communication, Working with others, Problem solving, Decision making, Critical thinking, Job task planning and organizing, Significant use of memory, Finding information, Computer use, Continuous learning

Profile: for GFS Edmonton

Our purpose is to serve our customers with the highest quality food service products and services.

This job in no longer available

The contact information has been removed

Order Number: 4922644

Post date: 2010-03-18