Overview
Assistant Buyer - Toys with regional purchasing experience preferred. Experience in toys is advantageous.
Responsibilities
- Assist senior managers with creating orders, acquiring goods, and managing inventory.
- Conduct market research to identify suppliers that meet company price and quality requirements.
- Advise retailers on pricing strategies based on acquisition cost and market trends.
- Maintain records of current and prospective suppliers and their performance; possess strong data access skills.
- Handle physical and digital purchasing documents; obtain quotes and determine vendor requirements for the organization.
- Negotiate pricing and other terms with vendors to ensure best prices and profit margins.
- Aim to reduce costs and consolidate supplier needs; provide ongoing support to management.
- Develop and nurture relationships with key distributors and customers.
- Establish and implement purchasing and contract management policies and procedures.
- Work experience in toy shops is a plus; proactive in seeking opportunities and staying aligned with organizational needs.
Job Requirements
- i. Bachelor’s degree preferred in economics, statistics, mathematics, supply chain management, or related fields.
- ii. Knowledge of toys is required.
- iii. Ability to work in a collaborative team environment.
- iv. Proficiency in Windows and Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).
- v. Open to taking direction.
- vi. Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- vii. Adaptable to a fast-changing environment and flexible with working hours.
Job Details
- Job Type: Permanent
- Salary: AED 4,000.00 – AED 7,000.00 monthly
- Education: Bachelor’s degree required
- License/Certification: UAE Driving License required