Purchasing Specialist
Company: Mind Games
Role summary
Purchasing Specialist is a full-time role at Mind Games in Markham, Ontario, Canada (on-site). Posted 2026-09-05. Experience level: 2-5.
- Job title
- Purchasing Specialist
- Company
- Mind Games
- Location
- Markham, Ontario, Canada
- Work arrangement
- on-site
- Employment type
- full-time
- Category
- Retail
- Experience level
- 2-5
- Date posted
- 2026-09-05
Mind Games is looking for a Purchasing Specialist to join their team full-time. This role offers a great opportunity to manage procurement processes, negotiate with vendors, and ensure the timely acquisition of goods and services. It's a fantastic chance to grow within a dynamic company.
Job description
<p>About Us:</p><p>Mind Games is North America's premier destination for board games, puzzles, toys, collectibles, and everything pop culture! With retail locations spanning Canada and the United States, and an ever-expanding e-commerce presence, we’re passionate about delivering fun, imagination, and innovation to our customers. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a detail-oriented and driven Purchasing Specialist to join our team at our Markham office.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Manage the end-to-end purchasing process for toys, games, collectibles, and specialty merchandise.</li><li>Build and nurture strong relationships with vendors, distributors, and manufacturers.</li><li>Negotiate pricing, payment terms, and delivery schedules to optimize profitability.</li><li>Monitor inventory levels and sales trends to effectively plan restocks and new product acquisitions.</li><li>Collaborate closely with merchandising and retail teams to ensure the right products reach the right stores at the right time.</li><li>Review purchase orders for accuracy and guarantee timely processing.</li><li>Analyze sales performance and product lifecycle to make informed purchasing decisions.</li><li>Track shipments and proactively resolve any issues related to delivery or product discrepancies.</li><li>Research new trends, products, and suppliers to continuously expand our assortment.</li><li>Coordinate with accounting and warehouse teams on invoicing and receiving matters.</li></ul><p>Qualifications</p><ul><li>4+ years of purchasing or buying experience, preferably in retail (toys, collectibles, or pop culture-related categories are a plus).</li><li>Hands-on experience with NetSuite is required.</li><li>Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.</li><li>Proficient in Microsoft Excel and inventory management systems.</li><li>Keen analytical and organizational skills, with exceptional attention to detail.</li><li>Ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.</li><li>Passion for games, toys, and pop culture is a definite asset!</li></ul><p>Why Join Us?</p><ul><li>Be part of a fun, passionate team within a dynamic and growing company.</li><li>Employee discounts on the latest and greatest games, toys, and collectibles.</li><li>Opportunities for career growth and professional development.</li><li>Creative and collaborative work environment where your ideas matter.</li></ul><p>Ready to bring your expertise and enthusiasm to Mind Games? Apply now and help us shape the future of fun!</p><p><strong><span style="font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Helvetica',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: #383f44; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-CA;">Perks & Benefits</span></strong></p><ul type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal" style="color: #383f44; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt; background: white;"><span style="font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Helvetica',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-CA;">Salary: $45,000 - $55,000 per year</span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color: #383f44; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt; background: white;"><span style="font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Helvetica',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-CA;">Casual dress code</span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color: #383f44; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt; background: white;"><span style="font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Helvetica',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-CA;">Employee discount on all the fun stuff</span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color: #383f44; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt; background: white;"><span style="font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Helvetica',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-CA;">Work surrounded by products and people you love</span></li></ul><p><span style="font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Helvetica',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-CA;"><span style="color: black; mso-color-alt: windowtext;">This is an existing position.</span></span></p><p><strong><span style="font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Helvetica',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: #383f44; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-CA;">Ready to join the Mind Games team and help us shape the future of fun?</span></strong></p><p><span style="font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Helvetica',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: #383f44; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-CA;">Apply now and bring your marketplace magic to life!</span></p><p><span style="color: black; mso-color-alt: windowtext;">Location: Head Office, 380 Bentley St, Unit 1, Markham ON L3R 3L2</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 7.5pt; line-height: normal; background: white;"><strong><span style="font-size: 10.5pt; font-fam