Company Introduction
T&T Supermarket Inc. was found in 1993 with two stores in BC. Since then, it has expanded rapidly to become Canada’s largest Asian supermarket chain with 27 stores across the country: 12 in Metro Vancouver, 6 in Alberta, and 9 in Ontario (7 in GTA and 1 in Ottawa, 1 in Waterloo).
The Role
The Assistant Buyer is responsible to provide assistance and support to the Buyer and the
team by coordinating closely with other internal departments, generating and analyzing performance data /
reports, following up on various project timelines, prepare sensory and other matters related to private label
products.
Major Responsibilities:
Assist Buyer to communicate and follow up with local and overseas vendors and details related to products assigned
Liaise with internal departments and various stores in the Western Region on promotional campaigns, marketing materials, project timelines, follow up actions and other matters related to various product launch
Generate periodic or ad hoc reports timely and accurately that are related to store sales, inventory, category and special event.
Provide data analysis, administrative, clerical support and other duties or tasks as assigned by the superior
Responsible for preparing marketing and promotion materials which include translating messages in both English and Chinese
Perform any other duties as assigned by the superior(s)
Knowledge, Skills and Ability Requirements:
Possess good knowledge, passion and awareness in Asian Grocery products is strongly preferred
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization and with external stakeholders
Strong written and verbal communication skills in English and Chinese (Cantonese and/or Mandarin) is an asset
Completed post-secondary degree, able to work independently with minimum supervision and as part of a team
Ability to prioritize and deliver multiple assignments promptly and accurately
Some experience on handling overseas suppliers will be an asset
Intermediate to Advanced user of MS Excel, MS Word and Outlook
Safety Statement
Safety continues to be T&T Supermarket’s top priority. We’ve established health and safety policies and measures to ensure our Stores, Food Processing & Production Centres and Warehouse & Distribution are as safe as possible.
Benefit
Staff purchase discount
Paid annual leave, sick leave, marriage leave and bereavement leave
Discounted staff meals
Life and AD&D Insurance
Shift
5 days work week
T&T Supermarket is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, age, veteran status, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.