Responsibilities

• Plan and select the range, type, quality and quantity of merchandise in conjunction with the Division Merchandising Manager.
• Carry out purchasing activities in line with the brand purchase plans.
• Maintain profitable relationships with existing suppliers , and monitor the adherence to the contract terms
• Negotiate with new suppliers on product pricing, payment terms, cost of freight, provision of training, and the extent of their involvement in advertising and promotions, to decide on placing a purchase order with the supplier for the concerned product.
• Monitor the stock levels in the stores; coordinate with the supply chain to maintain optimal stock levels in line with the consumer demand.
• Support the promotional activities in the store. Receive and analyze reports on the activities and provide recommendations to the DMM/GM/Planning when required.
• Proactively work with training to ensure that the product knowledge is up to date and that all staff are knowledgeable on new products/trends.
• Review buying feedback reports and provide recommendations to Management as to buying strategy for a respective brand/collection.
• Prepare periodic reports analyzing the sale turnover and consumer trends per product to arrive at a decision to maintain/liquidate/dispose off the stocks and/or continue/discontinue product lines.
• Provide leadership and direction to colleagues towards the achievement of goals and objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in any discipline
• 3-4 years of buying experience (Toys experience is must).
• Strong track record in the field of Purchasing.
• Excellent planning, financial, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Keen to travel & develop network of professional & business relationship

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent