Senior Buyer

GMG; Dubai; On-site; AED 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

GMG is seeking a Senior Buyer to oversee end-to-end buying for the Sports business unit in the United Arab Emirates. You will source, select, and negotiate with suppliers to secure high-quality, profitable products while optimizing inventory and customer satisfaction.

You will collaborate with Category Management and cross-functional teams, leveraging SAP and Power BI to drive informed decisions. You will lead assortments, analyze market trends, manage POs, and monitor performance against

Qualifications

• Strong negotiation skills.
• Excellent analytical abilities with data in SAP/Power BI/Excel.
• Solid understanding of retail buying cycles, assortment planning and inventory management.
• Organized and detail-oriented, able to manage multiple brands/seasons/suppliers under pressure.
• 5 years in procurement; 3 years in retail buying.
• Experience with inventory management.
• SAP ERP knowledge.
• Experience in sports retail.

Responsibilities

• Lead product selection and procurement for assigned categories, building compelling assortments.
• Conduct market and competitor research to identify opportunities and gaps.
• Negotiate terms with suppliers to maximize margin and value.
• Manage purchase orders, tracking, and on-time deliveries aligned with calendars.
• Use SAP, Power BI and other tools to analyze sales, stock and purchasing data.
• Coordinate with Merchandising, Allocation, and Logistics teams for smooth product flow.
• Monitor purchasing performance against budgets and financial targets.
• Assess supplier performance and drive continuous improvement in quality and terms.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and prepare leadership reports.
• Provide guidance to Buyers and Assistants to promote best practices.

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Retail buying

Organized & detail-oriented

Procurement experience

Tools

SAP

Power BI

Excel

Job description

Role Summary:

The role holder is responsible for overseeing the end-to-end buying process across the assigned Sports business unit, ensuring that product selections reflect market trends, consumer preferences, and the company’s strategic objectives. The position focuses on sourcing, selecting, and negotiating with suppliers to secure high-quality, commercially viable products at competitive prices while optimizing profitability and enhancing customer satisfaction. The Senior Buyer works closely with the Category Manager and cross-functional teams, leveraging tools such as SAP and Power BI to drive informed decisions and strengthen the company’s position in retail sports.

Core Responsibilities:

• Lead the product selection and procurement process for assigned categories, building assortments that resonate with target consumers and support brand positioning.
• Conduct market and competitor research, analyzing consumer behavior and emerging trends to identify new opportunities and gaps in the range.
• Negotiate commercial terms with suppliers and vendors, including cost prices, payment terms, rebates, and delivery conditions, to maximize margin and value.
• Manage purchase order placement, tracking, and follow-up to ensure on-time, in-full deliveries in alignment with seasonal calendars and promotional plans.
• Use SAP, Power BI, and other tools to analyze sales, stock, and purchasing data, monitor inventory levels, and forecast future requirements.
• Work with Merchandising, Allocation, and Logistics teams to ensure smooth product flow, resolve supply chain challenges, and maintain healthy stock levels.
• Monitor purchasing performance against budgets and financial targets, recommending actions such as rebuys, cancellations, rephasing, or markdown support.
• Assess supplier performance regularly, maintaining strong relationships and driving continuous improvement in quality, service, and commercial terms.
• Ensure compliance with company procurement policies, documentation standards, and ethical guidelines, preparing clear and accurate reports for leadership.
• Provide subject-matter expertise and guidance to Buyers and Assistant Buyers, supporting their development and contributing to best-practice ways of working.

Role Requirements:

• Strong negotiation skills with the ability to secure favorable commercial terms
• Excellent analytical abilities; comfortable working with data in SAP, Power BI, and Excel to support buying decisions.
• Solid understanding of retail buying cycles, assortment planning, and inventory management.
• Organized and detail-oriented, able to manage multiple brands, seasons, and suppliers under pressure.
• 5 years in procurement. 3 years in retail buying
• Experience with inventory management.
• SAP ERP knowledge required.
• Experience in sports retail.