Coordonnateur·trice, Achats // Buying Coordinator

SSENSE has garnered critical acclaim as both an e-commerce engine and a producer of cultural content, generating an average of 100 million monthly page views.

About the Role:

The Buying Coordinator provides essential support to Buyers and Assistant Buyers within a dynamic and fast-paced retail environment. The primary responsibility of this role is to ensure the accurate and timely execution of purchase orders (PO) and the delivery of critical business reports. He/She will work closely with the buying team, fostering strong cross-departmental collaboration to support efficient business operations.

What You Will Do:

• Purchase Order (PO) Management: Ensure timely and accurate entry of purchase orders in compliance with departmental standards. This includes reviewing order confirmations, promptly reporting discrepancies, and identifying back-ordered products within the system.
• Operational and Cross-functional Support: Facilitate smooth daily operations by maintaining strong interdepartmental communication and following up on tasks to ensure timely completion. Provide support to buying team members on ad-hoc projects and assist with product and inventory inquiries from customer service.
• Market Analysis and Trend Reporting: Contribute to the development of industry reports by highlighting new trends, emerging brands, and major investments. Provide insights on emerging category or brand trends within the industry.
• Sales Data and Performance Reporting: Generate accurate weekly cross-departmental sales reports as well as vendor-facing reports to track performance against company goals and key performance indicators (KPIs).
  
  

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Purchasing, or a related field.
• A minimum of 1 year of relevant experience, preferably in the fashion and retail industry.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel and/or Google Sheets.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both French and English.
  
  

What Sets You Apart:

• Analytical and Detail-Oriented: Ability to approach tasks with a highly analytical mindset and keen attention to detail.
• Organization and Time Management: Strong ability to organize tasks, manage time effectively, and prioritize competing demands.
• Interpersonal Skills: Strong interpersonal skills and a natural ability to build productive relationships across teams.
  
  

Why Join Us:

• Extended health and dental benefits, including comprehensive mental health programs and coverage.
• Parental top up program.
• Generous employee discount on ssense.com.
• Access to telemedicine and employee and family assistance program.
• Savings and retirement plan matching contributions.
• Gender Affirmation Coverage.
• Opportunity to work with cutting edge technologies and an innovative team that’s pushing the boundaries of technology.
  
  

SSENSE is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you need special accommodations, let us know. We will do our best to accommodate you!