Assistant Manager - Buyer (Hardware, Toys, Apparel & Beddings)

Makro Philippines; Makati; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Makro Philippines is seeking an Assistant Manager - Merchandising / Buyer to source, purchase, and manage assigned product categories including Hardware, Toys, Apparel, and Beddings. The role covers assortment, supplier sourcing, pricing, inventory, and commercial execution in a fast-growing start-up retail environment.

You will run buying activities independently, negotiate terms, monitor trends, and collaborate with Operations, Marketing, Supply Chain, and Finance to drive sales growth and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Retail Management, Supply Chain, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in buying, merchandising, procurement, category management, or related commercial function.
• Strong experience in supplier negotiations, sourcing, and commercial analysis.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and reporting tools.
• Able to work independently in a fast-paced retail environment.

Responsibilities

• Source and evaluate new products, suppliers, and market opportunities.
• Manage categories to fit demand and business objectives.
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, rebates, and promotional support with suppliers.
• Monitor market trends and product performance to support buying decisions.
• Ensure timely execution of purchasing plans and supplier commitments.
• Build relationships with local and international suppliers and develop new supplier partnerships.
• Coordinate with suppliers on deliveries, product quality, replenishment, and issue resolution.
• Monitor inventory levels and sales trends to maintain availability while minimizing excess stock.
• Analyze pricing, margins, profitability, sales performance, and inventory turnover, and prepare reports and recommendations to improve category performance.
• Collaborate with Operations, Marketing, Supply Chain, and Finance on category initiatives and promotional activities.
• Support new product launches, merchandising programs, and store requirements, ensuring proper merchandising standards and product presentation in stores.

Skills

Sourcing

Merchandising

Negotiation

Analysis

Supplier relations

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Excel

Reporting tools

Job description

Ayala Corporation has formed a joint venture with CP AXTRA, Thailand’s leading wholesale and retail operator, to bring Makro back to the Philippines. The venture aims to introduce a differentiated wholesale format and assortment to the Philippines to address unmet local demand for high-quality, fresh food products.

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Role Overview

The Assistant Manager - Merchandising / Buyer sources, purchases, and manages assigned product categories, including Hardware, Toys, Apparel, and Beddings. The role covers product assortment, supplier sourcing, pricing, inventory management, and commercial execution to support sales growth and profitability. As part of a growing start-up retail business, we’re looking for a proactive, analytical buyer who can run buying activities independently and take ownership of their categories.

Key Responsibilities:

• Source and evaluate new products, suppliers, and market opportunities
• Manage assigned categories and ensure an assortment mix that fits customer demand and business objectives
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, rebates, and promotional support with suppliers
• Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and product performance to support buying decisions
• Ensure timely execution of purchasing plans and supplier commitments
• Build and maintain relationships with local and international suppliers, and develop new supplier partnerships
• Coordinate with suppliers on deliveries, product quality, replenishment, and issue resolution, and conduct supplier performance reviews
• Monitor inventory levels and sales trends to keep products available while minimizing excess stock, working with Supply Chain and Warehouse teams on planning and replenishment
• Analyze pricing, margins, profitability, sales performance, and inventory turnover, and prepare reports and recommendations to improve category performance
• Collaborate with Operations, Marketing, Supply Chain, and Finance on category initiatives and promotional activities
• Support new product launches, merchandising programs, and store requirements, ensuring proper merchandising standards and product presentation in stores

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Retail Management, Supply Chain, or a related field
• Minimum 3 years of experience in buying, merchandising, procurement, category management, or a related commercial function
• Strong experience in supplier negotiations, sourcing, and commercial analysis
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and reporting tools
• Strong pricing, margin, and profitability analysis skills
• Proactive, with strong execution, problem-solving, and decision-making ability
• Able to work independently, manage multiple priorities and product categories, and thrive in a fast-paced retail environment
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Experience in Hardware, Toys, Apparel, Beddings, General Merchandise, or similar categories is an advantage but not required
• Candidates from major retailers, wholesalers, department stores, supermarkets, specialty retailers, or well-structured commercial organizations are encouraged to apply