Buyer.Fresh Food - Produce - Central

Azizia Panda United Inc.; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Azizia Panda United Inc. in Riyadh seeks a Buyer to manage product selection, purchasing and stock availability for Super Store operations. You will analyze sales trends, negotiate with suppliers and coordinate replenishment to ensure a smooth product flow and cost efficiency.

Collaborating with store teams, the supply chain and commercial functions, you will prevent shortages, improve product availability and drive profitability while upholding quality and compliance standards.

Responsibilities

• Analyze store demand trends and sales data to determine procurement quantities.
• Coordinate with suppliers to secure product availability and delivery schedules.
• Negotiate purchasing terms, prices and delivery conditions to optimize costs.
• Evaluate supplier performance to ensure quality and reliable supply.
• Monitor inventory levels and replenishment to address shortages or overstock.
• Collaborate with store teams and supply chain to align procurement with needs.
• Verify product specifications and compliance with company guidelines.
• Prepare purchasing reports and cost analyses to support decisions.

Job description

Job Purpose

The Buyer manages product selection, purchasing, and stock availability to support Super Store operations. The role analyzes sales trends, negotiates with suppliers, and coordinates replenishment activities to ensure consistent product flow, cost efficiency, and quality. By working closely with store teams, supply chain, and commercial functions, the role helps prevent shortages, improve product availability, and enhance overall sales performance and customer satisfaction.

Key Accountability

1. Analyze store demand trends and sales data to determine required product quantities to ensure timely and accurate procurement decisions.

2. Coordinate with suppliers to secure product availability and delivery schedules to maintain consistent stock levels across stores.

3. Negotiate purchasing terms, prices, and delivery conditions to optimize cost efficiency to support profitability targets.

4. Evaluate supplier performance to identify improvement needs or risks to ensure product quality and reliable supply.

5. Monitor inventory levels and replenishment exceptions to address shortages or overstock situations to maintain operational stability.

6. Collaborate with store teams and the supply chain department to align procurement plans with operational requirements to support smooth store execution.

7. Verify product specifications, packaging standards, and compliance requirements to ensure all purchased items meet company guidelines.

8. Prepare purchasing reports and cost analyses to provide visibility on procurement performance to support data-driven decision-making.