Buyer (Executive/Senior Executive/Assistant Manager)

NSK Grocer; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A retail company in Kuala Lumpur is looking for dynamic Buyers to join their procurement and merchandising team. This role is pivotal for implementing effective merchandising strategies, ensuring a competitive product assortment, and maintaining strong vendor partnerships. Candidates should have 3-5 years of experience in purchasing or retail buying and possess strong multitasking and negotiation skills. Proficiency in Mandarin, Bahasa Malaysia, and English is required. The company is focused on delivering value to its customers through a curated product range.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of relevant experience in purchasing, merchandising, or retail buying.
• Proficiency in Mandarin, Bahasa Malaysia, and English is required.
• Strong analytical mindset.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research and evaluate appealing product lines.
• Participate in vendor selection considering price and quality.
• Stay informed on market trends to develop effective strategies.
• Negotiate optimal deals with vendors.
• Maintain relationships with existing vendors and identify new opportunities.

Skills

Strong multitasking abilities

Excellent negotiation skills

Decision-making and problem-solving skills

Strong communication abilities

Proficient in numerical data

Education

Diploma, Advanced Diploma, Bachelor's Degree, or Postgraduate Diploma

Job description

As part of business growth and expansion, we are strengthening our procurement and merchandising team. With new store openings, broader product categories, and a growing customer base, we are seeking dynamic and experienced individuals to join us as Buyers. This strategic hiring initiative aims to support our expanding operations by ensuring a competitive and well‑curated product assortment across all locations. If you are passionate about sourcing, market trends, and building strong vendor partnerships, we welcome you to be part of our journey in delivering value and variety to our customers.

Objective

• To implement effective merchandising strategies that support and achieve sales targets.
• To ensure a competitive and diverse product assortment that meets retailer expectations.
• To standardize product and visual displays across all store locations, ensuring brand consistency.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct research and evaluate appealing product lines to meet departmental needs.
• Participate in vendor selection, considering price, quality, distribution costs, and other critical factors.
• Stay informed on market trends and consumer preferences to develop impactful promotional and marketing strategies.
• Collaborate with potential vendors to negotiate optimal deals for the company.
• Maintain strong relationships with existing vendors while proactively identifying new sourcing opportunities.
• Liaise with line managers throughout the planning and procurement process to align vendor partnerships with company goals.
• Work collaboratively with cross‑functional teams in the planning and launch of new product ranges.
• Analyze consumer buying behavior and anticipate future retail trends to inform purchasing decisions.
• Partner with suppliers to enhance business relationships and overall vendor performance.
• Provide strategic direction for merchandise assortment and classification for each store.
• Conduct market research, study competitors, attend trade fairs, and assess pricing and merchandising strategies to stay competitive.

Job Requirements

• Diploma, Advanced Diploma, Bachelor’s Degree, or Postgraduate Diploma in any related field.
• 3–5 years of relevant work experience in purchasing, merchandising, or retail buying.
• Strong multitasking abilities with the capacity to manage complex and competing priorities.
• Excellent negotiation, decision‑making, and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities; analytical mindset with proficiency in numerical data.
• Proficiency in Mandarin, Bahasa Malaysia, and English is required to effectively communicate with a diverse client and vendor base, including Mandarin‑speaking stakeholders.