Strategic Buyer: Merch & Inventory Optimization

Robinsons Department Store; Quezon City; On-site; PHP 500,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

Robinsons Department Store is seeking a Buyer to source and purchase merchandise, ensuring the right price, quantity, and terms to meet demand and business goals. You will focus on assortment planning, inventory optimization, supplier evaluation, and in-store execution across all locations.

Responsibilities include stock management, supplier performance monitoring, and collaboration with Store Operations to drive displays and promotions, with regular store visits to maintain sales and margins.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in any four-year course, preferably business or related.
• Preferably merchandising experience in a service-oriented company.
• Strong understanding of retail operations, merchandising cycles, and consumer buying behavior.
• Up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, competitor activities, and their impact on business performance.

Responsibilities

• Select, source and purchase merchandise aligned with sales trends, customer demand, and profitability targets.
• Manage stock levels, replenishment, and inventory movement across all stores.
• Monitor product and supplier performance; recommend product rationalization and inventory disposal as needed.
• Evaluate new products and suppliers; negotiate pricing, terms, and discounts.
• Collaborate with Store Operations on product displays, promotions, and merchandising strategies.
• Conduct regular store visits and competitive checks to improve sales and margin performance.
• Prepare housekeeping reports, business reviews, and merchandising documentation.

Skills

Merchandising

Retail operations

Supplier evaluation

Negotiation

Forecasting

Education

Four-year degree (Business or related)

Job description

Robinsons Department Store is seeking a Buyer to source and purchase merchandise, ensuring the right price, quantity, and terms to meet demand and business goals. You will focus on assortment planning, inventory optimization, supplier evaluation, and in-store execution across all locations.

Responsibilities include stock management, supplier performance monitoring, and collaboration with Store Operations to drive displays and promotions, with regular store visits to maintain sales and margins.