Senior Buyer Accessories

Career Raiser; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Career Raiser seeks a Senior Accessory Buyer in Dubai to drive ROI for the Merchandise Division. You will manage markups, margins and inventory turns while collaborating with the Planner on quarterly and monthly plans.

Strong vendor negotiation and trend pursuit will help differentiate our assortment. Ideal candidates have a business degree, 3+ years in retail buying, mens buying experience, and excellent organization and communication skills.

Qualifications

• College degree in a business-related field.
• 3+ years of experience in a retail buying role.
• Mens buying experience is required.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities.
• Computer literate and proficient communicator.

Responsibilities

• Deliver ROI for the Merchandise Division.
• Operate within plan objectives for mark-ups, margins and turns.
• Develop departmental strategy with Planner on a quarterly calendar.
• Review and revise department plans monthly with Planner.
• Develop store strategies with Planner for product mixes and timing.
• Search and negotiate the best deals to stay competitive.
• Pursue new vendors, concepts and trends to differentiate us.
• Manage flow of merchandise to maximize turnover.

Skills

Retail buying

Vendor negotiation

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in business

Tools

MS Excel

ERP/Inventory software

Job description

Description

A successfulretail chain has an immediate opportunity for a Senior Accessory Buyer. The position is based in Dubai. This is a career opportunity with a company that recognizes talent and rewards performance.

Reporting directly to the Divisional Merchandise Manager, the goal of theBUYERis

• Deliver the planned return on investment for the Merchandise Division
• Operate within merchandise plan objectives regarding the following items: mark-ups, mark-downs, margins and inventory turns.
• Develop departmental strategy and plans in conjunction with Planner on a quarterly planning calendar.
• Review and revise department/class plans on a monthly basis and work with Planner to implement any revisions.
• Develop store strategies in conjunction with Planner regarding product mixes, delivery timing, fixture rollouts and special events.
• Interpret and analyze statistical reports and take appropriate action to maximize trending business and minimize down-trending business.
• Search and negotiate the best deal and value in the marketplace to ensure that we are priced below competition.
• Pursue new vendors, concepts, items and trends to set us apart from the competition.
• Manage flow or merchandise to maximize merchandise turnover.
• Take on additional duties as needed

Desired Skills & Experience:

• College degree in a business-related field
• 3 plus years of experience in a retail industry buying position
• Mens buying experience is required
• Strong organizational skills; detail-oriented with the ability to handle multiple priorities
• Computer literate
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills both verbal and written

Qualified candidate will be offered an attractive salary and benefits package.