Job Details - ATG4157 - Senior Buyer

ATG4157 - Senior Buyer

Company: Al Tayer Trends
Operations: Areej
Function: Retail
Location: Dubai, U.A.E.
Closing Date: 31-Oct-2012

Job Brief:

STRATEGIC RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Analyze market trends, consumer preferences , sell through, seasonal demands etc to formulate a buying practice in line with consumer /store demands
  • Attend trade fairs/buying trips to keep abreast of market trends and to introduce a new collection of products.
  • Represent DMM internal and external were applicable.
  • Represent category for strategic beauty projects

 FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Plan and select the range, type, quality and quantity of merchandise according to customer demand, trends, store policies and set prices and sell through targets in conjunction with the Division Merchandising Manager/GM to ensure they are in line with the budget
  • Carry out purchasing activities in line with the brand purchase plans.
  • Maintain profitable relationships with existing suppliers , and monitor the adherence to the contract terms
  • Negotiate with new suppliers on product pricing, payment terms, cost of freight, provision of training, and the extent of their involvement in advertising and promotions, to decide on placing a purchase order with the supplier for the concerned product.
  • Monitor the stock levels in the stores; coordinate with the supply chain to maintain optimal stock levels in line with the consumer demand.
  • Support the promotional activities in the store.  Receive and analyse reports on the activities and provide recommendations to the DMM/GM/Planning when required.
  • Directly work and oversee team to ensure categories internal deadlines are met with affiliated departments, i.e marketing, VM, stores.
  • Proactively work with training to ensure that the product knowledge is up to date and that all staff are knowledgeable on new products/trends.
  • Review buying feedback reports and provide recommendations to DMM/GM as to buying strategy for a respective brand/collection.
  • Prepare periodic reports analyzing the sale turnover and consumer trends per product to arrive at a decision to maintain/liquidate/dispose off the stocks and/or continue/discontinue product lines.
  • Guide, Train and assist with team and associate buyer.

 PEOPLE DEVELOPMENT

  • Provide leadership and direction to colleagues towards the achievement of goals and objectives.
  • Guide and motivate colleagues to enhance performance and produce quality work, and ensure that they are continuously developed for higher level roles.
  • Ensure that team members are acquainted with the changing situation and the developments of ATG
Person Specification:

  • University Degree in any discipline followed by qualification in Retailing or Retail Management/ Purchase/ Sales or related programs.

  • Proven track record in the field of Purchasing & Retailing.

  • Buying experience and expertise typically gained over a period of at least 8-10 years.

  • Good knowledge and experience in the (related) industry through work experience with international principals.
  • Excellent planning, financial, communication and interpersonal skills. Proficient English (Arabic/ French desirable). Keen to travel & develop network of professional & business relationships.

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Position Type:
  • Professional

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