Buyer

D.C. Global Talent Inc.; Riyad Al Khabra; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail recruitment firm in Riyadh seeks Arabic-speaking Fashion & Lifestyle Buyers passionate about trend-driven retail. Ideal candidates should have experience from the UAE market, a strong understanding of consumer trends, and be socially savvy. This role offers a gross salary of SAR 12,000/month, private health insurance, and compliance with Saudi Labor Law.

Benefits

Private health insurance

21 business days paid annual vacation

Qualifications

• 3–4 years as a Fashion/Lifestyle Buyer in the UAE market.
• Strong understanding of consumer preferences.
• Influence from Saudi Arabia's emerging lifestyle trends.

Responsibilities

• Identify and source products reflecting global trends.
• Develop buying plans to achieve commercial goals.
• Apply margin management and inventory turnover principles.
• Collaborate with Marketing and Operations on campaigns.
• Use social media and trend analysis for buying decisions.
• Drive sell-through rates and optimize inventory.

Skills

Understanding of evolving trends

Commercial buying logic

Social media savvy

Creative mindset

Job description

Fashion & Lifestyle Buyer

Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Language Requirement: Fluent Arabic (Mandatory)
Industry: Fashion & Lifestyle Retail
Gross Monthly Salary: SAR 12,000 + Perks + Bonus

Role Overview

We are looking for Arabic-speaking Fashion & Lifestyle Buyers with a strong passion for vibrant, experiential, and trend-driven retail. The ideal candidates will bring fresh perspectives from the UAE market, coupled with an understanding of Saudi Arabia’s neo-classical lifestyle trends and evolving consumer behavior.

Key Responsibilities

• Trend-Driven Buying: Identify and source products that reflect global trends, local preferences, and the vibrant lifestyle of Saudi consumers.

• Assortment Planning: Develop range plans, buying plans, and OTB strategies to achieve commercial goals.

• Commercial Decision-Making: Apply buying fundamentals, including margin management, MOQ, sell-through, and inventory turnover.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with Marketing, Planning, and Operations to ensure alignment on product launches and campaigns.

• Market Insights: Leverage social media, trend analysis, and consumer behavior insights to make informed buying decisions.

• Performance Goals: Drive sell-through rates, maintain healthy margins, and optimize inventory ageing.

Qualifications & Profile

• Experience: 3–4 years as a Fashion/Lifestyle Buyer in the UAE market.

• Skills: Strong understanding of evolving trends, consumer preferences, and commercial buying logic.

• Personality: Social media savvy, creative, and commercially driven.

• Lifestyle Awareness: Strong influence from Saudi Arabia’s emerging neo-classical lifestyle.

Compensation & Benefits

• Gross Salary: SAR 12,000/month.

• Private health insurance.

• 21 business days paid annual vacation, including flight tickets.

• Employment terms compliant with Saudi Labor Law.