Buyer (Fruits & Vegetables) - Everyday Goods

GMG; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A global well-being company in Dubai is looking for a Buyer to manage procurement and selection of products for the Everyday Goods division. The ideal candidate will lead supplier relationships, leverage market trends for buying decisions, and collaborate with various teams to ensure competitive promotional activities. Strong negotiation skills and market analysis are essential. This role is pivotal in aligning product offerings with customer demand and business goals.

Responsibilities

• Developing and implementing strategic product selection and sourcing strategies.
• Conducting market research to identify trends and negotiating terms with suppliers.
• Monitoring purchasing data and sales trends to manage inventory.
• Collaborating with Marketing, Logistics, and Finance teams.
• Driving ongoing process improvement for operational efficiency.

Skills

Persuading and negotiating skills

Communication skills

Market analysis skills

Stock Management

Decision Making

Job description

Who we are

GMG is a global well-being company retailing distributing and manufacturing a portfolio of leading international and home-grown brands across sport everyday goods health and beauty properties and logistics sectors. Under the ownership and management of the Baker family for over 45 years GMG is a valued partner of choice for the worlds most successful and respected brands in the well-being sector. Working across the Middle East North Africa and Asia GMG has introduced more than 120 brands across 12 countries. These include notable home-grown brands such as Sun & Sand Sports Dropkick Supercare Pharmacy Farm Fresh Klassic and international brands like Nike Columbia Converse Timberland Vans Mama Sitas and McCain.

Job Summary

The incumbent as the Buyer for GMG is responsible for managing the procurement and selection of products for the Everyday Goods division by leading the suppliers relationship negotiations and aligning both category teams and suppliers. The incumbent will leverage market trends and data to make buying decisions that align with GMGs goals ensuring that the divisions promotional activities and offers remain competitive and appealing to customers.

Job Responsibilities

• Developing and Implementing strategic product selection and sourcing strategies that align with GMGs business goals and customer preferences.
• Conducting market research to identify trends negotiating terms with suppliers and managing vendor relationships to secure quality products cost-effectiveness and timely delivery.
• Monitors purchasing data and sales trends to manage inventory levels and make recommendations for product assortment and pricing adjustments based on customer demand.
• Collaborates with Marketing Logistics and Finance teams to ensure alignment on promotional activities budget adherence and efficient supply chain operations.
• Ongoing process improvement to maximize profitability maintain compliance with company policies and drive operational efficiency.

Technical Competencies

• Persuading and negotiating skills
• Communication skills
• Market analysis skills
• Stock Management
• Decision Making