(Associate) Procurement Officer
MacQuarries Pharmasave Group
Associate Buyer – Full Time | NS
MacQuarries Pharmasave Group | Trusted Community Pharmacy Since 1920
Location: Nova Scotia (can work out of our South Shore, Valley or Truro office)
Position Type: Full-Time
Very competitive wages and benefits — let's talk! We are currently looking for an Associate Buyer to join our growing team. The Associate Buyer is responsible for supporting the merchandising strategy and execution for assigned front-of-store categories (e.g., Health & Beauty, General Merchandise, Seasonal, Food, Household, Baby, etc.).
This role manages vendor relationships, negotiates costs and promotions, analyzes sales and margin results, and ensures product assortments align with customer needs and company objectives. The Associate Buyer will play a key role in driving sales, profitability, and customer satisfaction in non-prescription categories across the pharmacy chain. Manage assigned product categories, including assortment planning, SKU rationalization, and lifecycle management.
Monitor sales, margins, and inventory levels; make recommendations for adjustments to improve performance.
Vendor & Supplier Relations
Source new products and evaluate potential suppliers.
Data Analysis & Reporting
Review weekly and monthly category performance reports.
Identify sales trends, customer preferences, and market opportunities.
Work with Supply Chain to ensure accurate forecasting, replenishment, and inventory flow.
2–4 years of experience in retail buying, merchandising, or category management (pharmacy, grocery, or mass retail experience an asset).
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make sound decisions.
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational and project management capabilities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other data analysis/reporting tools.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
Effectively balances customer needs with financial performance.
~ Very competitive salary, based on experience
Extended Health, Dental, and Vision Benefits
Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
A company deeply rooted in Nova Scotia communities since 1920
Vision: To be the Drug Store of choice in every community we serve
Diversity & Inclusion
We value and celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive environment for all employees and customers.
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