Head of Buying - Lifestyle Departmental Store
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15-03-2025
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Benefits
Apt Resources is excited to announce an opening for the position of Head of Buying for a prominent lifestyle departmental store. This role is crucial in leading the buying team to curate a diverse and appealing selection of products that align with the stores vision. The ideal candidate will have an extensive background in retail buying with a strong understanding of market trends consumer preferences and supplier negotiations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute categoryspecific buying strategies that drive sales and align with the overall brand direction.
- Lead and mentor the buying team fostering a culture of creativity innovation and accountability.
- Analyze sales trends customer feedback and market research to make informed purchasing decisions.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and vendors to negotiate favorable terms and conditions.
- Oversee the product assortment planning ensuring alignment with seasonal strategies and promotional calendars.
- Collaborate closely with marketing and merchandising teams to create compelling instore displays and promotional campaigns.
- Monitor inventory levels ensuring an optimal balance between product availability and inventory turnover.
- Stay updated on industry trends and competitor activities to identify new opportunities and threats.
Accountabilities:
- Strategic Leadership & Management
- Operational Excellence
- Customer Focus
- Financial Accountability
- Data Protection
- Operational Safety
- Environmental Competencies Understand
Requirements
- Bachelors degree in Business Administration Fashion Merchandising or a related field; MBA or Masters degree is preferred.
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in retail buying with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
- Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills with the ability to interpret data and market trends.
- Exceptional negotiation and communication skills.
- Proven track record of successfully managing product assortments and driving sales growth.
- Ability to work in a fastpaced environment and adapt to changing market conditions.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire a team.
Benefits
Basic Salary: (AED 17000 AED 20000
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
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