Buyer- online business

Commercial Buying & Assortment Management:

• Identify, source, and onboard new products and suppliers to strengthen the online assortment.
• Manage item setup, pricing, stock visibility, and promotional readiness for all online SKUs.
• Ensure accurate and enriched product content (images, descriptions, attributes) in collaboration with Content and Marketing teams.
• Monitor competitor pricing and market trends to ensure online competitiveness.

Supplier Management

• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to negotiate pricing, terms, and exclusive deals.
• Manage supplier performance including availability, delivery SLAs, and promotional execution.
• Work closely with suppliers on digital campaigns and online‑exclusive activations.

Data & Performance Analytics

• Analyze sales, profitability, stock levels, and customer behavior to optimize the assortment.
• Identify underperforming SKUs and take appropriate actions (markdown, delisting, replacements).
• Use data insights to recommend pricing changes, category strategy enhancements, and promotional plans.

Cross‑Functional Coordination

• Coordinate with Supply Chain to ensure stock availability, demand planning accuracy, and timely replenishment.
• Collaborate with Marketing and E‑Commerce Operations to execute online promotions, campaigns, and merchandising initiatives.
• Ensure seamless alignment between online and offline commercial strategies where relevant.

Operational Excellence

• Ensure compliance with internal procurement and commercial policies.
• Maintain accurate product listings, inventory integrity, and timely update of SKU lifecycle changes.
• Support digital transformation initiatives within the buying process.

Job Specifications

Minimum Job Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Supply Chain, or related field.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Familiarity with e‑commerce platforms, marketplace operations, or retail systems is preferred.

Minimum Work Experience

• 4-6 years of experience in retail buying, merchandising, category management, or e‑commerce.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong commercial acumen and understanding of consumer behavior.
• Excellent negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Data‑driven decision-making; ability to interpret sales and performance reports.
• Detail‑oriented with the ability to manage multiple categories and deadlines.
• Strong collaboration with cross-functional teams (Marketing, Supply Chain, Operations).
• Ability to work in a fast-paced e-commerce environment.