Category Buyer, Front Store

Location: Richmond, BC (On-site)
Language: Strong written and verbal communication skills required in English
Duration: 6-month contract with potential to become permanent
Background Check Requirement: A background check is required as part of the hiring process

About the Opportunity

Our client, a well-established organization in the retail and healthcare space, is seeking a Category Buyer, Front Store to join their team. This role plays a key part in ensuring the right products are available at the right time, balancing operational efficiency with a strong understanding of customer needs and market trends.

You will collaborate closely with internal teams, vendors, and marketing partners to drive purchasing strategies, enhance product offerings, and support overall category growth. This is an opportunity to make a direct impact on both the customer experience and the organization’s success through thoughtful decision-making and data-driven insights.

What’s in it for You

• A collaborative, team-oriented environment that values innovation and initiative
• Opportunities to influence merchandising and purchasing strategies
• Exposure to cross-functional teams including marketing, operations, and vendors
• A workplace that supports growth, learning, and continuous improvement

Your Responsibilities

• You’ll manage purchase orders end-to-end, ensuring timely delivery and optimal inventory levels
• You’ll analyze trends and forecasting data to support inventory planning and replenishment strategies
• You’ll collaborate with marketing to align purchasing with promotions, product launches, and seasonal initiatives
• You’ll maintain accurate item records, pricing, and product data to support operational efficiency
• You’ll build strong vendor relationships, resolving issues related to quality, packaging, and supply
• You’ll contribute to merchandising strategies by identifying opportunities for category growth and competitive pricing

Skills and Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in purchasing, merchandising, or inventory management
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and forecast demand
• Experience working with ERP systems or inventory management tools
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and time management
• Experience in retail, pharmaceutical, or consumer goods industries is an asset

Why Partner with Altis

If you’ve never worked with a staffing agency before, we make it easy. We work with top employers across Canada who have great jobs to fill, each vetted and verified by our team. When you apply for a job with Altis, we get to know you as a candidate and learn what your strengths are. Then, if you’re a solid match, we handle all the logistics, advocating for you as a candidate for the role, providing access to coaching and connecting you directly with the hiring manager. And rest assured, all our services are free of cost for candidates.

We appreciate the time and effort all applicants invest in their submissions. Please note that only candidates shortlisted for this role will be contacted directly. However, your profile will remain under consideration for future opportunities that align with your experience and career goals. All qualified applicants will receive fair consideration for employment. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities including those who identify as women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions. Our human recruiters review all applications and always make the final hiring decision. On occasion, we also use AI-assisted tools to help review applications.