Company Description

We’re RCL - Reitmans Canada Limited. We’ve been part of the fabric of Canada’s fashion landscape since 1926, and today, we’re elevating our iconic brands – Reitmans, RW&CO, and PENN. Penningtons – more than ever before.

Our vision is to empower Canadians to live confidently, and our mission is to create collections of uncompromising style and quality for all.

With close to 400 stores nationwide and collections designed right here at home, in Canada, we offer an exceptional customer experience. What drives us? A clear vision, unwavering commitment to our customers, and the passion of our thousands of employees across the country.

Job Description

Fashion Buyer (15-Month Contract)

The Opportunity

When a strong fashion point of view meets data-driven decision making, that’s where great buying happens. As a Fashion Buyer, for our Penn.Pennington brand, you’ll define the assortment — what we buy, how much, at what price, and when it lands — ensuring our customers find pieces they love every time they shop.

Reporting to the Merchandising Director, you’ll play a key role in shaping seasonal strategies, driving performance, and delivering compelling, trend-right assortments across our stores and digital channels.

What You’ll Do

• Curate the assortment – Build seasonal buys that reflect our customer, brand vision, and business strategy.

• Balance creativity with analytics – Partner with Planning and Allocation to forecast demand, manage inventory flow, and optimize sales performance.

• Stay ahead of trends – Identify key fashion trends and translate them into commercially successful product selections.

• Drive strategy – Collaborate on pricing, promotions, visual direction, and product storytelling to maximize impact.

• Lead cross-functional execution – Work closely with Design, Production, Planning, Marketing, and Stores to deliver on time and on budget.

• Coach and collaborate – Share knowledge, support teammates, and help develop future merchandising talent.

Qualifications

What You Bring

• University or College degree in related field of study

• Minimum 5 years of merchandising management/ retail buying experience

• Strong fashion intuition paired with analytical thinking

• Experience building assortments and managing product performance

• A customer-first mindset with a passion for trends and retail

• Ability to manage timelines, priorities, and multiple seasons at once

• bilingual to communicate with partners outside Quebec

Additional Information

What Sets Us Apart:

• Ultimate Flexibility*: Enjoy a hybrid work environment that ensures the perfect balance between work and personal life.
• Well-Being First: Access a comprehensive benefits program designed to take care of you.
• Flexible Time Off*: Paid leave, sick days, and vacation time to recharge and spend quality time with loved ones.
• Exclusive Discounts*: Enjoy 50% off regular-priced items from PENN. Penningtons, Reitmans, and RW&CO.
• Referral Rewards*: Refer your professional network and earn a bonus for helping us grow our talented team
• Growth opportunities*: Annual bonuses, career advancement, and tuition reimbursement to help you reach your professional goals.
• Certain conditions apply

Total rewards are aligned with your employment status, offering different perks depending on whether you're full-time, part-time, or under contract.

Reitmans (Canada) Limited is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse, inclusive, and accessible workplace where everyone belongs. If you are contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise us of any accommodation required throughout the recruitment process. All information provided will be kept confidential and used solely to support an accessible candidate's experience.

The use of Artificial Intelligence may be used for candidate screening purposes.

We thank all applicants. Only selected candidates will be contacted.

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