Buyer

Job description / Role

We are currently looking for a Buyer to work for a Leading Multinational Retailer in Dubai, UAE.

Responsibilities:

* Monitor the merchandise plan and ensure its consistency with the national strategy
* Ensure the quality of the collections are aligned with the customer profile
* Usage of analytical tools to assist for managing the collections by Merchandise Managers and Category Managers
* Ensure the pricing structure and discuss advertisement plans with management
* Create and implement merchandise concepts
* Ensure communication between stores and the head quarter
* Negotiate with the team regarding buying conditions
* Awareness of competitors and market trends
* Recommend the annual department budget

Requirements

Requirement:

* Candidate must have a bachelor's degree in Fashion/ Fine Arts or relevant majors
* Minimum 3 years of experience in Retail (FMCG)
* Excellent communication and negotiation skills
* Strong organizational skills and time management
* Candidate must speak/ read/ write English fluently

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.