YM Inc. was founded on the strength of a single retail store in the heart of downtown Toronto in 1975, under the name Stitches. Today we are one of North America’s leading apparel retailers operating over 700 stores across Canada and the United States under the following banners: Stitches, Urban Planet, Urban Behavior, Sirens, Urban Kids, Suzy Shier, Bluenotes, West 49, Mandee and Charlotte Russe.

Our goal is to sustain performance that exceeds expectations. We are committed to creating a culture where people feel valued and inspired to achieve results. We give our people the appropriate tools, freedom and authority to make decisions. They are accountable for their actions and we recognize their efforts and reward their results. We attract and nurture the best people by providing leadership opportunities, career development and continuous learning. We are committed to leading by example and with integrity. We treat people with respect and dignity, promote the benefits of diversity and address challenges in a direct and compassionate manner. We engage people in our goals and objectives; we listen and act on new ideas where possible. That is our Philosophy.

Position Overview:

The Buyer is responsible for using their sense of style, knowledge of fashion trends and understanding of their target customers’ needs to create a focused fashion assortment. This role is responsible for selecting and developing apparel from manufacturers.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Negotiate with vendors to develop merchandise with the best possible price/value relationship in the marketplace
• Develop and correspond with vendors regarding product development, order placement, delivery follow up, initiation of new orders, PO revisions and cancellations, shipping, packing and pre-ticketing
• Lead the creation of specification and detail packages for private label programs to be developed
• Implement product assortment focusing on cost, price points, key items, vendor, promotions, for areas of responsibility in concert with supervisor
• Access all buying functions in AS400 and The Eye
• Open Order Report – complete all received orders, ensure accuracy of information on report and list vessel information for import orders. Finalize and submit the Open Order Report to Senior Management on a weekly basis (end of day Friday)
• Analyze performance and plans to look for sales and margin opportunities that can exceed plans
• Analyze business reports, OTB, Buying Plans, Assortment Plans, Open Order, Velocity and Class Sales Ranking Reports
• Coordinate needs with Allocation Analysts, Assistant Buyers and General Merchandise Manager
• Visit stores to audit product assortment, allocation, visual set up and presentation
• Participate in sales, product and merchandise meetings
• Stay abreast of fashion trends, market climate, competition, promotional and test strategies

Qualifications:

• Post-secondary education in Fashion and/or related buying experience required
• Minimum of 3 years of working Fashion Merchandising experience
• Previous work experience in product development an asset
• Knowledge of the retail industry an asset
• Illustrator and AS400 skills are an asset

This position requires in office work. When required to attend the office, strict safety protocols are in place. We are currently utilizing a virtual hiring process and interview candidates by phone or Zoom/Teams.

YM Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. If chosen to participate in the selection process, accommodations are available upon request. We will consult with the applicant to provide or arrange suitable accommodation in a manner that takes into account the applicant’s accessibility needs.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Store discount
• Vision care

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• North York, ON M6A 2W1: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• Fashion Buying: 3 years (required)
• Fashion Merchandising: 3 years (preferred)
• Product Development: 1 year (required)

Work Location: In person

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