Buyer/Demand Planner

MOTHERS WORK PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading omni-channel retailer in Singapore seeks a Buyer to optimize inventory and enhance sales. The successful candidate will analyze trends, negotiate with vendors, and ensure timely product availability. An ideal candidate has a university degree and at least 3 years in buying or sales support. Experience in FMCG or baby products is preferred. This role includes responsibility for both offline and online stores.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Negotiate with vendors regarding terms, conditions, margins, cost, and exclusivity.
• Forecast market demand and manage product inventory.
• Analyze performance of stock and promotions to determine effectiveness.
• Monitor stock movement and identify action points for aging/slow moving products.

Skills

Fluency in English

Analytical skills

Meticulousness

Proficiency in MS Office Excel

Self-starter

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 the sales data through Excel tools and propose product orders, and process orders with suppliers and ensure timely delivery of the product to store. You will be given/support a portfolio of brands with accountability for attaining budgeted sales, gross margin and building market share consistent in meeting company’s growth.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate with vendors regarding terms, conditions, margins, cost, rebates and exclusivity to create competitive edge
• Forecast market demand, manage product inventory and coordinate with overseas vendor on shipment schedule accordingly
• Analyse and propose annual & quarterly purchasing budget for brands given for offline and online stores based on company sales target.
• Review brands category given monthly-- purchase and actual sales, improve online and offline stock cost efficiency
• Analyse performance of stock and promotions to determine effectiveness of the product assortment and promotion strategy to drive market share
• Monitor stock movement and identify action points for aging/slow moving products through sales analysis reports
• Coordinate with the stores and vendors on all replenishment activities, visual merchandising, new product range, promotions mechanics and pricing
• Continuously keeping 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 products/baby products an advantage.
• Fluency in English
• Analytical, meticulous, sensitive and high level of 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