Junior Buyer
Job Description
Junior Buyer | Retail | Toys R Us
Location: Dubai, AE
Company: Al Futtaim Private Company LLC
Overview of the role
- Execute strategies that maximise the Buying business for GCC and deliver profitable results.
- Manage key business categories for growth and over 100 international & local vendors.
- Establish merchandise strategies and negotiate lower cost prices.
- Oversee a team selecting merchandise based on trends and managing inventory distribution.
- Research new trends or advances in product lines for appropriate buying decisions.
- Collaborate with cross-functional team members on key concepts, promotional strategies, and assortments.
- Influence product development, financial planning, and marketing strategies.
What you will do
- Set yearly buying budgets for assigned categories alongside the Buying Manager.
- Develop overall strategy and merchandise direction in line with company objectives.
- Guide buyers to create assortments that meet customer needs and financial goals.
- Ensure pricing, promotional strategies, and marketing align with financial objectives.
- Work with Operations, Visual Merchandising, and Logistics Managers to develop assortment plans.
- Facilitate communication with internal teams and support services for business activities.
- Manage, coach, and develop the buying team.
Required skills to be successful
- Strategic planning and analytical skills.
- Influencing and negotiating skills.
- Highly organized with the ability to adapt to changing priorities.
- Strong communication and leadership skills; confident decision maker.
- Ability to lead, develop, and motivate others.
What equips you for the role
- Education: BBA (Business Management or Buying) – SAP Knowledge is essential.
- Minimum Experience: 2-3 years merchandising experience.
- Knowledge of the local market preferred.
