Decor Buyer & Merchandising Strategist

Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS); United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail group in the UAE is seeking a skilled professional for Homeware buying. Responsibilities include developing business plans, conducting market analysis, and managing vendor relationships. The ideal candidate has 5-7 years of buying experience in the retail sector. This role offers the opportunity to leverage strong negotiation and analytical skills to maximize profits and drive category performance.

Qualifications

• Must have 5-7 years of relevant experience from Homeware buying, preferably from Retail industry.
• Good knowledge of Homeware category.
• Good knowledge of Retail Industry and products.

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive business plans that align with company goals.
• Conduct Category SWOT analysis and assess market opportunities.
• Monitor and review performance of category business plans.

Skills

Vendor management

Strong negotiation skills

Planning and organizing skills

Strong Analytical skills

Commercial business acumen

Market research

Competition study

Education

5-7 years of relevant experience in Homeware buying

Good knowledge of Homeware category

Good knowledge of Retail Industry and products

Job description

A leading retail group in the UAE is seeking a skilled professional for Homeware buying. Responsibilities include developing business plans, conducting market analysis, and managing vendor relationships. The ideal candidate has 5-7 years of buying experience in the retail sector. This role offers the opportunity to leverage strong negotiation and analytical skills to maximize profits and drive category performance.