Buyer - Opportunity to Make a Difference

Responsibilities:

• Planning on forecast order and sales forecast periodically
• Managing of Sales Budget, inclusive of merchandise planning and to develop and implement buying strategies in accordance with the company marketing plan for existing and new brands and product categories
• Stock management, ensure no out-of-stock and slow moving within target range
• Responsible for the buying/merchandising process that include sourcing and procuring of products to fulfil retail and operational requirements
• Establish and manage supplier relationships, devise and implement appropriate category tactics
• Review pricing and on-going product range management
• Handle negotiation and co-ordination of buying & merchandising activities
• Handle administration and related paperwork flow such as Purchase Orders, keeping close tabs on delivery schedules and liaising with relevant parties on delivery commitments
• Promotion planning and merchandise display arrangement
• Monitor sales and propose action plan to ensure sales and gross profit target achieve

Requirements:

• Minimum 1 year work experience as buyer in retailing or similar job function
• Preferable prerequisite experience in toiletries, beauty/cosmetic relevant industries
• Able to work independently and work under pressure
• Possess good interpersonal skills and able to operate as a good team player
• Computer literate, particularly in the use of MS Office – Word, Excel & Powerpoint
• Fluent in English and Mandarin – written and spoken will be an added advantage