Buyer/Demand Planner

MOTHERS WORK PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading premium omni-channel retailer is seeking a buyer to support purchasing operations. The successful candidate will be responsible for analyzing sales data, forecasting market demand, and ensuring product availability. Key responsibilities include negotiating with vendors, managing inventory, and coordinating shipments. Candidates should possess a university degree and at least 3 years of relevant experience in buying or sales support, with strong analytical skills and proficiency in Excel. Join a company that has been trusted by generations of parents and offers high-quality products.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of relevant experience in buying or sales support.
• Experience in FMCG or baby products is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate with vendors regarding terms and conditions.
• Forecast market demand and manage product inventory.
• Analyze and propose purchasing budgets for brands.

Skills

Fluency in English

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Proficiency in MS Office Excel

Independent work

Education

University degree

Job description

We are looking for a buyer to support the efficient and effective operations of our purchasing department at Motherswork. Reporting to the head buyer, you will be responsible for the analysis of sales trends and inventory to forecast sales, with a view to optimizing the inventory assortment and availability to maximize sales. This individual will be accountable for ensuring that the stores (both offline and online) have the right product at the right time in the right quantities. You will regularly report and analyze sales data through Excel tools, propose product orders, process orders with suppliers, and ensure timely delivery of products to stores. You will support a portfolio of brands with accountability for attaining budgeted sales, gross margin, and building market share in line with the company’s growth.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate with vendors regarding terms, conditions, margins, cost, rebates, and exclusivity to create a competitive edge.
• Forecast market demand, manage product inventory, and coordinate with overseas vendors on shipment schedules.
• Analyze and propose annual and quarterly purchasing budgets for brands for offline and online stores based on company sales targets.
• Review brand categories monthly—purchase and actual sales—to improve online and offline stock cost efficiency.
• Analyze performance of stock and promotions to determine effectiveness of the product assortment and promotion strategy, driving market share.
• Monitor stock movement and identify action points for aging/slow‑moving products through sales analysis reports.
• Coordinate with stores and vendors on all replenishment activities, visual merchandising, new product range, promotion mechanics, and pricing.
• Continuously track and source trending baby and FMCG products suited to local parenting demands.

Requirements

• University degree with at least 3 years of relevant experience in buying or sales support; experience in FMCG or baby products is an advantage.
• Fluency in English.
• Analytical, meticulous, sensitive, and high‑level proficiency in MS Office Excel.
• Self‑starter and independent.

About us

Motherswork is a leading premium omni‑channel retailer for mother and baby products in Asia. With over 25 years of experience, we are trusted by generations of parents for our carefully curated selection of over 300 premium international and local brands. Our mission is to support women through motherhood and beyond by offering high‑quality products, expert guidance, and a seamless shopping experience—both online and offline.

Operating flagship stores in Singapore and China, we have expanded our footprint into Vietnam, Malaysia, and Thailand through both physical and digital channels. Our products are available via Motherswork retail stores, e‑stores, department stores, and leading e‑commerce platforms such as Lazada, Shopee, and Amazon.

Motherswork is part of The Parentinc, Southeast Asia’s #1 Parenting Platform across Content, Community, and Commerce. Together with our sister brands—theAsianparent, which reaches over 30 million mothers monthly, and Mama’s Choice, a fast‑growing D2C brand offering safe, natural, and halal products, we are committed to helping parents raise healthy, happy families across the region.

www.motherswork.com.sg; www.motherswork.com.vn; www.motherswork.com.my; www.theparentinc.com; FB: mothersworksg; IG: @motherswork @motherswork.vietnam @motherswork.thailand @motherswork_malaysia