Assistant Buyer in Retail Pharmacy

WB Health And Beauty; Alor Setar; On-site; MYR 20,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail pharmacy company is seeking an Assistant Buyer to manage purchasing, inventory, and distribution in Alor Setar, Kedah. The ideal candidate will have 1-2 years of experience in retail buying, strong analytical and negotiation skills, and a diploma in a related field. The role offers a competitive salary, bonuses, health insurance, and flexible work arrangements.

Benefits

Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses

Comprehensive health insurance

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

Discounts on health and beauty products

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in retail buying or merchandising.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret sales reports.
• Good communication skills for supplier negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Forecast and plan product demand for adequate stock levels.
• Liaise with suppliers for favorable purchasing terms.
• Monitor inventory levels and order new stock as required.

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Education

Diploma in Business, Marketing or related field

Job description

Join WB HEALTH AND BEAUTY SDN. BHD. as an Assistant Buyer in our Retail Pharmacy team based in Alor Setar, Kedah. This is a full-time position where you will play a key role in managing the purchasing, inventory and distribution of products across our pharmacy network.

What you'll be doing

• Forecast and plan product demand to ensure adequate stock levels across our pharmacy stores
• Liaise with suppliers to negotiate favourable purchasing terms and secure the best prices for our customers
• Monitor inventory levels and order new stock as required to meet customer demand
• Work closely with our store managers to understand local market needs and trends
• Analyse sales data and make recommendations to improve product assortment and inventory management
• Support the Buyer with special projects and other duties as required

What we're looking for

• 1-2 years of experience in retail buying, merchandising or store operations
• Strong analytical and data analysis skills to interpret sales reports and forecast demand
• Good negotiation and communication skills to liaise effectively with suppliers
• Familiarity with retail pharmacy operations and industry trends
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Diploma in Business, Marketing or a related field

What we offer

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses
• Comprehensive health insurance and wellness programs
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance
• Discounts on our wide range of health and beauty products

About us

WB HEALTH AND BEAUTY SDN. BHD. is a leading retailer of pharmacy and wellness products in Malaysia. We are a trusted brand known for our high-quality products, exceptional customer service and commitment to community wellbeing.

If you are excited about this opportunity, please apply now to join our team.

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