Simons was founded in 1840 by John Simons in Quebec City. Originally a dry goods store, the family company is known today for accessible and inspired fashion. It is committed to cultivating creativity and building meaningful relationships with its staff, partners, and clientele. The company cares about the environment and about the communities in which it does business.
Simons is recognized as a fashion authority with an original shopping concept. Exclusive collections, emerging local and nationally recognized brands, and pieces by top designer names are all available under one roof in the store’s distinctive zones.
Analytical, organized, and collaborative, the person in this role ensures coordination between internal teams and suppliers, oversees the smooth flow of development processes, negotiates costs and timelines, and contributes to the continuous improvement of our manufacturing practices.
Key Responsibilities
- Assign styles to suppliers based on their capabilities, sourcing strategy, and cost/quality/value criteria.
- Coordinate development activities with internal teams (design, buying, technical design, raw materials) and maintain development calendars.
- Closely monitor key milestones to reduce development lead times and optimize speed to market.
- Negotiate costs and timelines with suppliers and contribute to pricing grid analyses.
- Manage raw material bookings, ensure proper follow-up, and resolve issues with mills or manufacturers.
- Support supplier management, anticipate risks, and contribute to supplier performance evaluations.
- Identify opportunities to improve processes, simplify communications, and optimize timelines.
Desired Profile
- University degree in fashion, supply chain, business administration, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
- Excellent communication skills in both French and English in order to collaborate effectively with all stakeholders.
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple deadlines.
- Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite.
- Ability to collaborate effectively in a constantly evolving environment.
- Availability for international travel.
Key Benefits
- Telemedicine service and employee and family assistance program.
- Group insurance plan and RRSP.
- Up to 40% discount on purchases at Simons.
At Simons, people are at the heart of all that we do. We pay special attention to the well-being of our employees and their families, highlighting important moments that mark their journey, including service anniversaries and significant life milestones.
Creativity, community, and respect are an integral part of our DNA. We offer everyone the opportunity to build a career that’s suited to them, whether that’s at our stores, head office, or Campus in Quebec City. Proud to recognize our teams’ contributions, we provide competitive work conditions as well as a comprehensive and scalable range of benefits. We also promote flexibility and a welcoming, inclusive, and caring work environment, where everybody can reach their full potential.
Take this opportunity to join our dedicated team and make a difference at a company where people are the top priority.
Skills Required
- University degree in fashion, supply chain, business administration, or related field, or equivalent experience
- Excellent communication skills in both French and English
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple deadlines
- Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite
- Ability to collaborate effectively in a constantly evolving environment
- Availability for international travel
What We Do
La Maison Simons is a Canadian department store chain and fashion retailer founded in 1840 in Quebec City. The company operates as a manufacturer and retailer of fashion clothing and accessories, known for offering accessible and inspired styles from the world's design capitals while maintaining a strong devotion to customer care.
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