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Ref: HP397-255
Job description / Role
Leading diversified retail business with operations throughout the GCC is expanding their fashion brand portfolio. As part of this ongoing growth plan they are seeking to recruit an experienced and suitably qualified Retail Buyer / Category Manager for a position in one of their brands that has been operating successfully in the Gulf for a number of years.
Reporting to the Merchandise Manager you will have responsibilities outlined below:
- Development of annual buying / merchandise plan for your brand / category being home & furniture
- Negotiation with international principal partner & suppliers on range of merchandise
- Develop successful assortment / range plan for each store
- Finance management of your category ensuring strong sales against budget and margin
- Oversee the inventory / logistics / stock delivery / control / warehouse delivery
- Managing stock movements between stores in the region and accountability
- Placing orders as required within line with the buying / OTB plan
- Regular international travel to both Principals head office and international trade shows
- Work on seasonal catalogues / marketing campaigns as required
Requirements
- Minimum of 5 years recent commercial Retail Buying experience served in a retail company with proven experience in buying Furniture / Homewares category ideally for a Gulf retailer / brand
- Experience of managing a category business plan / OTB
- Proven negotiation skills in dealing with suppliers
- Understanding of merchandise planning function, strong analytical skills essential
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office particularly Excel
- Strong market research and ability to ensure high quality and best sellers are sold through
About the Company
Quantum Search is a Dubai based Recruitment Consultancy established in 2008. Our vision is to deliver a high quality, timely and professional recruitment service across a number of key industry sectors in the middle management to executive boardroom levels with leading customers across the Middle East region. We make a firm commitment to all our clients, whether you are seeking staff or seeking a new career… we don’t distinguish on the quality of service commitment to you as our customer. “People first” is our commitment to you….
Retail Sectors: * Fashion * Luxury goods * Home wares * Supermarkets * Food & Beverage * Technology & Electronics * Department Stores * Cosmetics & Fragrance
Skills Recruited * General Management * Finance * Human Resources * Training Managers * Area Managers * Information Technology * Marketing & Public Relations * Leasing & Property Management * Project Manager / Retail Architect * Retail Buying * Merchandise Planning * Store Management * Visual Merchandisers * Brand Management