Junior buyer

Al Tayer Insignia; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading luxury retail group in Dubai is seeking a Junior Buyer for Babywear and Kidswear to drive sales through strategic product selection and vendor management. The role involves extensive market analysis and collaboration with the buyer to enhance brand performance across retail and e-commerce channels. Ideal candidates should possess strong buying experience in non-clothing categories and demonstrate excellent analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in non-clothing categories such as strollers, car seats, kids furniture.
• Ability to analyze complex situations and communicate clearly.
• Strong understanding of market trends for relevant categories.

Responsibilities

• Develop product strategy and execute with brands.
• Communicate with suppliers and support the Buyer.
• Analyze market trends to optimize product assortment.

Skills

Strong buying background

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Team management

Job description

About Us

Mamas & Papas is a UK-based nursery brand dedicated to inspiring and supporting parents, helping them feel confident, capable, and enjoy every moment with their little ones. If you’re as passionate about parenting as we are, we’d love to hear from you.

As a leader in luxury retail in the Middle East, Al Tayer Group's retail division, Al Tayer Insignia, hosts a portfolio of some of the world’s best luxury brands in fashion, jewellery, home, and department store categories. It also has a strong presence in lifestyle retail, representing brands in Beauty, Home, Fashion, and Hospitality sectors. Our brands include Bloomingdales, Harvey Nichols, Armani, Gymshark, and The White Company.

About The Role

We are looking for a Junior Buyer - Babywear and/or Kidswear with Non-clothing category experience who will work closely with the buying lead. This person will own a section of the departmental buy (e.g., a category) and drive sales through high-quality merchandise at advantageous prices. The Junior Buyer manages brand relationships and oversees the end-to-end product process.

The ideal candidate will have a strong buying background in Non-clothing categories such as strollers, car seats, kids furniture, etc. The role covers Mamas & Papas stores and e-commerce across the GCC region.

What You’ll Be Doing

Strategic Roles and Responsibilities:

• Develop a detailed understanding of the department and market trends for the category. Collaborate with the Buyer/line manager to define product strategy and execute it with the principal brand(s) through the right assortment.
• Incorporate store team and customer feedback to build the assortment for the category.
• Present performance insights and analysis regularly to VP of Buying, Head of Buying, and other senior management. Respond promptly to feedback and requests.

Functional Roles and Responsibilities:

• Research industry trends and source new brands or product areas to include in the portfolio.
• Maintain communication with suppliers, assist with ordering, delivery, and payments to minimize issues.
• Support the Buyer in sourcing high-quality merchandise at the best prices from domestic and international suppliers to maximize sales and margins.
• Place re-orders in consultation with buyers and communicate relevant information to planning and supply chain teams.
• Keep accurate vendor agreement records and forward completed agreements to Merchandise Planning.
• Consolidate buying feedback and prepare reports and recommendations for the brand portfolio.

People Management Roles and Responsibilities:

• Take responsibility for team outcomes, promote accountability, and set performance standards. Provide balanced feedback and monitor progress.
• Build relationships across teams, handle difficult situations tactfully, and listen with empathy.
• Analyze complex situations, seek diverse information, and define problems before solving them.
• Communicate clearly and adapt messaging for different stakeholders.
• Continuously develop skills, seek growth opportunities, and apply strengths to new challenges.
• Make high-quality decisions efficiently, seek input, and distinguish opinions from facts.