Description:
We are seeking a strategic and commercially driven Senior Buyer to join our dynamic retail buying team. The ideal candidate will bring strong category management skills, a sharp eye for product trends, and a deep understanding of the end-to-end buying process.
As a Senior Buyer, you will play a key role in shaping the merchandise strategy, identifying sales opportunities, and partnering with suppliers to source and deliver the right product mix to meet customer expectations and achieve financial targets.
The role requires a deep understanding of both physical store dynamics and e-commerce trends, ensuring that the product assortment is tailored to meet the needs of customers across multiple sales channels.
The Senior Buyer will drive profitable growth, enhance customer satisfaction, and ensure that the company remains competitive in a fast-paced retail environment.
Key Performance Areas:
- Product Selection & Procurement
- Inventory Management
- E-commerce Integration
- Market Research & trend Analysis
- Sales & Margin Performance
- Supplier Management
Skills Required:
- Strong negotiation skills with a proven ability to secure favorable terms with suppliers.
- Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret sales data and market trends.
- Proficiency in inventory management and demand forecasting.
- Strong understanding of both physical retail and e-commerce dynamics.
- Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills.
- Strategic thinking with the ability to align buying decisions with overall business goals.
- Proficiency in relevant software, including purchasing systems and inventory management tools
Requirements:
- Product Selection & Procurement
- Inventory Management
- E-commerce Integration
- Market Research & trend Analysis
- Sales & Margin Performance
- Supplier Management
- Strong negotiation skills with a proven ability to secure favorable terms with suppliers.
- Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret sales data and market trends.
- Proficiency in inventory management and demand forecasting.
- Strong understanding of both physical retail and e-commerce dynamics.
- Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills.
- Strategic thinking with the ability to align buying decisions with overall business goals.
- Proficiency in relevant software, including purchasing systems and inventory management tools
- A minimum of 5-7 years of experience in buying, purchasing, or merchandising within the retail industry, preferably in toys or a related category.
- Experience managing a product assortment for both brick-and-mortar stores and online platforms.
- Proven track record of driving sales growth and profitability through strategic product selection.
- Experience working with suppliers and negotiating contracts at a senior level
Experience:
- A minimum of 5-7 years of experience in buying, purchasing, or merchandising within the retail industry, preferably in toys or a related category.
- Experience managing a product assortment for both brick-and-mortar stores and online platforms.
- Proven track record of driving sales growth and profitability through strategic product selection.
- Experience working with suppliers and negotiating contracts at a senior level