Junior Buyer

Job description / Role

Charterhouse is working with a GCC based fashion and sports brand in their search for a young, energetic and enthusiastic Buyer based in Qatar.

As the Buyer you will be in charge of making key decisions throughout the buying process. You will select new products, review the old, find suppliers, negotiate prices and ensure that all products are consistently delivered on time.

You will also maintain healthy relationships with existing suppliers whilst constantly looking for new clients and opportunities. Interpreting reports, forecasting future sales stock and coordinating all activities to ensure cost effective procurement of all merchandise will also be key roles in this position.

Requirements

The successful candidate should have a strong passion for products and merchandise and have excellent negotiation and influencing skills. It is essential you have previous experience in retail buying and a relevant retail or business qualification. Your merchant and retail abilities should demonstrate a thorough knowledge of the market place, competitors and customer needs.

About the Company

The Charterhouse brand and business was launched in Dubai and the Middle East in April 2004 by a team of international recruiters and management consultants, after its inception in Sydney, Australia in September 2003. Charterhouse Middle East is now positioned as the leading regional recruiter within its area of disciplines and functional markets.

Charterhouse offers professional and bespoke contingency and retained search services to all sectors of the market. Service quality is guaranteed, thanks to a particular focus on flexibility. Charterhouse was the first international search and selection business to establish Dubai as its base. The growth in the Middle East region has been mirrored by Charterhouse globally, with offices now in Qatar, Hong Kong, Singapore, Melbourne and Sydney.