Buyer - Hasawi Group

The Buyer is responsible research evaluate and purchase products for the company in line with the business and sales strategies and consumer demands along with ensuring sustainable profits. The buyer is further responsible to perform forecasting negotiating product selection and delivery in the most efficient and effective manner.

Planning

Determine the purchasing needs of the organization based on the demand forecast; evaluate inventory levels and determine orders for the organization

Identify and analyze customer preferences and forecast consumer trends

Negotiate directly with vendors to get the best possible pricing and payment options

Source new merchandise and review existing items to ensure products remain competitive

Review sales report and sales strategies to understand the stock movement and ordering needs

Identify areas of potential cost reduction and analyze the impact of price changes for products provide reports to management for decision making

Attend events fairs and exhibitions to remain up to date with the markets trends

Maintain good understanding and awareness of the brand products customer base and local and legal requirements

Liaise with the store team to ensure proper inventory levels are maintained in store stock in hand and

potential requirements. Monitor stock levels

Assesses financial risks of purchases.

Prepare reports on daily/weekly/monthly basis inclusive of forecasting stock updates open/closed purchase orders customer trends and others as per the management requirements

Keep the Manager informed of all activities or problems and submit reports as requested by management.

Buying/Procurement

Prepare purchase orders or other agreements as necessary and check for accuracy and completeness before issuing.

Provide purchase order report to management with the vendor invoice number for all closed purchase orders

Review acknowledgements for agreement with purchase orders and resolve any discrepancies with the supplier escalate critical issues to management

Assist in the receipt of orders and keep detailed records of purchases and stocks

Ensure the timely delivery of products and compliance with the contracts of purchase

Monitor deliveries and any past due shipments

Followup or expedite orders as necessary to meet schedules.

Maintain reports to monitor all open purchase orders timely and accurately

Adjust purchasing plans/orders to changes in demand

Coordinate with the inventory management team to ensure that all deliveries satisfy the assigned purchase orders and report any backordered or missing products

Ensure adherence and compliance to purchasing methods and maintain good understanding of purchasing policies and procedures and terms and conditions of the business and brand

Maintaining good relationships with the suppliers

Perform financial administration duties such as generating orders invoice clearance delivery payments etc.

Others

Ensure compliance with all company policies and procedures

Perform all other tasks as assigned by the management

Work Experience

Must have at least 2 years working experience in a similar position.

Educational/Professional Qualifications

Bachelors or graduate Diploma in Business Administration/Supply Chain and Logistics

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software

Purchasing inventory and distribution management skills

Budgeting forecasting and cost control skills

Negotiation skills and ability to close business transactions

Excellent communication skills

Work Experience

Must have at least 2 years working experience in a similar position.

Job Types: Fulltime Permanent

Pay: KD450.000 KD600.000 per month

Application Question(s):

• Are you currently located in Kuwait
• Do you have Kuwait work visa 18 transferable

Experience:

• Buying or Merchandising: 2 years (Required)