Category Buyer

VRI Crew; Manila; On-site; PHP 260,000 - 460,000; Full time

Job summary

VRI Crew seeks a Buyer responsible for sourcing, selecting, and negotiating with suppliers to ensure a competitive product assortment for Home, Apparel, and Seasonal categories. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical and negotiation skills, be detail-oriented, and thrive in a fast-paced retail environment.

The role requires at least 1 year of buying experience, proficiency in MS Office, excellent communication, and a keen eye for market trends.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in Buying.
• Experience in Home/Apparel/Seasonal categories preferred.
• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Proficient in MS Office; excellent communication and analytical skills.
• Team player with keen eye for trends and market opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Sourcing and procurement – Identify and evaluate potential suppliers to ensure quality, price, and service.
• Product selection and buying – Analyze market trends and customer preferences to curate the best product mix for Home & Apparel.
• Supplier negotiation and relationship management – Build and maintain strong supplier relationships & negotiate terms.
• Inventory and stock management – Coordinate with inventory team to monitor stock levels and timely replenishment.
• Sales and profitability analysis – Monitor product performance and advise on promotions, markdowns, or reorders.
• Purchase order processing – Prepare and manage purchase orders with accurate and timely deliveries.
• Collaboration with other departments – Align buying decisions with merchandising, marketing, and store operations.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Negotiation skills

MS Office proficiency

Team player

Trends awareness

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job Summary: We are looking for a Buyer who will be responsible for sourcing, selecting, and negotiating with suppliers to ensure a competitive product assortment for our Home/Apparel/Seasonal categories. The ideal candidate must possess strong analytical and negotiation skills, be detail-oriented, and work well in a fast-paced retail environment.

Qualifications: At least 1 year of experience in Buying, preferably in any of the following Home/Apparel/Seasonal categories Strong negotiation and supplier management skills

Proficient in MS Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.) Excellent communication and analytical skills Must be a team player with a keen eye for trends and market opportunities

Willing to work on-site and able to commute or relocate to Binondo, Manila

Duties & Responsibilities: Sourcing & Procurement – Identify and evaluate potential suppliers to ensure the best quality, price, and service.

Product Selection & Buying – Analyze market trends and customer preferences to curate the best product mix for the Home & Apparel categories. Supplier Negotiation & Relationship Management – Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers while negotiating competitive prices, terms, and conditions. Inventory & Stock Management – Work closely with the inventory team to monitor stock levels and ensure timely replenishment.

Sales & Profitability Analysis – Monitor product performance and make data-driven recommendations for promotions, markdowns, or reorders. Purchase Order Processing – Prepare and manage purchase orders while ensuring accuracy and timely deliveries.

Collaboration with Other Departments – Coordinate with merchandising, marketing, and store operations to align buying decisions with business goals. Market Research – Keep up with industry trends, competitor pricing, and emerging customer preferences to maintain a competitive edge.