Summary
GMG is hiring a Buyer for its Sports business in Dubai. The role covers product selection, seasonal assortments, supplier negotiations, purchase orders, inventory coordination and delivery follow-up. The Buyer will analyze sales, stock and margin performance and use SAP ERP, Power BI and Excel for reporting. Applicants need a bachelor's degree in Business or preferably Supply Chain Management, procurement certification, and six years of experience, including four in procurement and two in retail buying; sports retail and inventory management experience are required.
The posting
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Role Summary
The Buyer is responsible for managing the purchasing and inventory strategies within the assigned Business Unit. The role focuses on sourcing, selecting, and negotiating with suppliers to ensure the availability of high-quality, market-appropriate products at competitive pricing. The Buyer collaborates with the Category Manager to align buying strategies with organizational objectives, ensuring profitability and customer satisfaction.
Role Responsibilities
Oversee the end-to-end buying process, from product selection and range building through to purchase order placement and on-time delivery to stores
Conduct regular market, competitor, and consumer trend analysis to identify opportunities in categories, price points, and brands for Sports
Build seasonal and in-season assortments in line with the category strategy, target consumer, store clusters, and financial plans
Negotiate cost prices, trading terms, payment conditions, rebates, and other commercial agreements to maximize margin and profitability
Review sales, stock, and margin performance by category, brand, and SKU, identifying risks and opportunities for rebuys, cancellations, and range optimization
Manage stock levels in coordination with Merchandising and Allocation to ensure availability aligns with seasonal demand, promotions, and store capacities
Collaborate with Logistics and Supply Chain to secure timely inbound flow, resolve delivery issues, and ensure accurate and complete shipments from suppliers
Work with Store and Merchandising teams to gather feedback on product performance, customer preferences, and visual merchandising requirements
Use tools such as SAP and Power BI to create and maintain reports on purchasing performance, supplier KPIs, and range effectiveness to support decision-making
Ensure adherence to company procurement policies, ethical standards, and documentation requirements, maintaining accurate and complete records of all buying activities
Support the planning and execution of promotions, campaigns, and seasonal launches by aligning product availability, pricing, and supplier support
Technical / Functional Competencies
Strong negotiation and influencing skills with the ability to secure favorable commercial terms
Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to interpret sales, stock, and margin data and translate it into buying actions
Proficiency in SAP ERP and Power BI, with strong Excel skills for reporting and analysis
Solid understanding of retail buying cycles, assortment planning, OTB, and inventory management
High level of organization and attention to detail in managing multiple seasons and supplier relationships
Ability to work under pressure
Experience / Qualification
Bachelor's degree in Business; a degree in Supply Chain Management is preferred
Master's degree is advantageous
Certification in Procurement
6 years of total experience, including 4 years in procurement and 2 years in retail buying
Experience in inventory management
SAP ERP knowledge required
Proficiency in Power BI
Experience in sports retail