Buyer

Job description / Role

We are currently looking for a Buyer to work for a Luxury Department Store in Qatar.

Key Responsibilities:

* Create and execute buying product strategy through research, selection and purchasing products.
* Build and maintain relations with suppliers and manage price negotiation.
* Negotiate terms with vendors to improve gross margin.
* Ensure clear communication with suppliers and brands to meet deadlines.
* Work alongside the buying director and keep the team updated on orders through weekly reports.
* Update an international market appraisal related to Qatar pricing and key international markets.
* Update inventory and ensure stocks levels are appropriate.
* Analyse the market trends, sales turnover and gross profits.
* Liaise with design team for brand layouts in store.

Requirements

Key Requirements:

* Candidate must have a Bachelor's degree.
* Minimum 5 years of experience as a Buyer within Fashion retail.
* Strong communication skills and maintaining relations with the brands.
* Critical thinking and negotiation skills.
* Excellent computer skills (Microsoft).
* Candidate must speak/read/write English fluently (French would be a plus).
* Good knowledge of Arabic culture, market and local fashion trends is highly valued.
* Candidate must be flexible to travel.

About the Company

Robert Walters is one of the world's largest specialist professional recruitment consultancies with 53 offices spanning 24 countries.

We've helped thousands of professionals find permanent, contract and interim roles with leading global corporations, small to medium sized companies and innovative start ups. Our specialist recruitment focus includes: accountancy and finance, banking, engineering, operations, legal, IT, sales, marketing, procurement & logistics, HR and support/administration.