Category Buyer - Sports Retail

RTC-1 Employment Services; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent recruitment firm is seeking a Buyer in Dubai for sports retail. The ideal candidate will have over 6 years of experience in category buying within the UAE and a strong understanding of seasonal buying cycles. Responsibilities include developing category strategies, managing product lifecycles, and negotiating with suppliers. Open to any nationality, candidates under 40 years old are preferred, with immediate joiners encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years UAE experience as a Buyer or Category Buyer in retail sports.
• Open to any nationalities under 40 years old.
• Immediate joiners are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute category strategies aligned with sports trends.
• Plan and buy assortments for sportswear and accessories.
• Negotiate cost prices, margins, and delivery schedules.

Skills

Commercial and negotiation skills

Understanding of seasonal buying cycles

Demand planning

Job description

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute category strategies aligned with seasonal sports trends and commercial goals
• Plan and buy assortments for sportswear, footwear, equipment, and accessories
• Select suppliers and brands based on performance, quality, innovation, and consumer appeal
• Negotiate cost prices, margins, terms, rebates, and delivery schedules
• Manage product lifecycle from selection to in-store and online launch

Qualifications

• Open to any nationalities from 40 years old and below
• Minimum of 6 years UAE experience as a Buyer or Category Buyer in retail sports, multi-brand sports retail or omnichannel retail
• Strong commercial and negotiation skills with understanding of seasonal buying cycles and demand planning
• Immediate joiners are highly preffered