Category Buyer - Stationery - Linen - Toys - Retail - MNC - UAE

Vesat Management; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the UAE is seeking a retail purchasing professional to achieve sales and gross profit margin targets. The ideal candidate will have an MBA or any degree with experience in buying within the retail sector, particularly in categories like stationary, linen, and toys. Gulf experience is essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Experience in retail industry in buying or purchasing.
• Gulf experience is a must.

Responsibilities

• Achieve sales and gross profit margin targets.
• Develop category/sub-category strategies.
• Manage inventory levels.

Skills

Inventory Management

Sales Target Achievement

Supplier Identification

Education

Any Degree / MBA

Job description

Sales and gross profit margin achievement – category and store-wise, develop category/sub-category strategies and product mix. Achieve sales targets and gross profit margins. Identify new products and suppliers to improve variety and assortment.

Required Candidate Profile

Any Degree / MBA with experience in the retail industry in buying or purchasing, stationary, linen, and toys, reporting to the Buying Head. Manage inventory levels. Gulf experience is a must.