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Retail is a fast paced, dynamic and often pressurized environment, so attention to detail and the ability to manage pressure and large workloads is key. You will be working closely with the Buying Head/Senior Buyer to design, develop and deliver a comprehensive, profitable and customer focused product range to the business.
Job Responsibilities:
- To achieve key result areas – sales, intake margin, net margin within the Stock/OTB framework as set by Planning/Finance/Merchandising
- To deliver these financial targets by ensuring the correct assortment of core, fashion, seasonal and promotional lines
- Range design, development & sourcing
- To develop, select, buy and deliver a range that represents the values of the Safat Home brand & the needs of the Safat Home customer
- Responsible for negotiating cost prices, establishing terms of trading and payment terms with all suppliers that minimize the cost of goods for Alghanim.
- Identifies world class suppliers that can deliver to the business – securing exclusive supply.
- Manages product & packaging quality through supply base, sourcing office, QC team and protects the reputation of Alghanim.
- Responsible for managing the workload, priorities, output and results of the buying associates
- Uphold the Alghanim core values with both internal and external stakeholders.
Key Tasks
- Design, Develop & source seasonal ranges for sign off by Buying Head/Business Head within set budget framework
- Attend international Trade Fairs and Exhibitions, Supplier Showrooms & Factories to develop and select products, monitor market trends/influences and in order to maintain relationships with key suppliers
- Work closely with the Sourcing office
- Identify market opportunities for range extensions in order to grow the category, in line with overall strategy of the HF business
- Ensure effective delivery of products for all promotional campaigns, seasonal and product launches within the agreed critical path & marketing calendar.
- Interacts with Sales colleagues on a regular basis to ensure that customer feedback is communicated in order to maximise opportunities within the range
- Regular visits to Safat Home stores and competitors’ stores to keep up to date with external market trends, competitors’, ranges, pricing strategies, promotions, etc. and take action accordingly.
- Keeps up to date with global & regional retailers, trends and sourcing shifts
- Sets goals and objectives for the buying associates
- Develop and coach buying associates
- Communicate ideas / suggestions for improvement and efficiencies
Job Details
| Posted Date: | 2020-11-03 |
| Job Location: | Kuwait |
| Job Role: | Purchasing and Procurement |
| Company Industry: | Retail & Wholesale |
Preferred Candidate
| Career Level: | Mid Career |
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