Summary
Eyewa is hiring a Junior Buyer for its Commercial team in Dubai to support buying for its eyewear collections. The role covers market and competitor research, assortment planning, sales and inventory analysis, and replenishment decisions. The buyer will manage supplier relationships, negotiate pricing and terms, and coordinate with Marketing, Supply Chain, and Merchandising. Applicants should have a relevant bachelor’s degree and at least 2 years of buying, merchandising, or planning experience; Excel proficiency is required, while ERP or planning-tool familiarity is an advantage.
The posting
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We’re looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Buyer to join our Commercial team and support the end-to-end buying process for our eyewear collections. This role will play a key part in analysing sales and market trends, trading bestsellers, identifying new product opportunities, and ensuring the right mix of products is available to drive sales. The ideal candidate is commercially sharp, trend-aware, and eager to learn within a fast-paced retail environment.
What you’ll do:
1)Range & Product Planning
-Research market trends, customer preferences, and competitor activity to identify products suitable for our private label and third-party collections.
-Support in trading bestsellers, identifying range gaps, and recommending new product opportunities to maximise sales.
-Conduct comp-shop analysis and monitor fashion trends to ensure the assortment remains relevant and competitive.
- Sales & Inventory Analysis
-Analyse sales and inventory performance on a weekly, monthly, and quarterly basis to identify risks and opportunities.
-Evaluate product performance at both brand and SKU level to inform buying and replenishment decisions.
-Monitor stock levels and raise reorders for top sellers to maintain strong product availability throughout the season.
3)Vendor Management
-Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and new suppliers to ensure smooth operations and product quality.
-Negotiate terms and pricing with vendors to achieve the best commercial outcomes.
-Track delivery timelines, assess product quality, and escalate any discrepancies to management.
4)Cross-Functional Collaboration
-Work closely with the Marketing team to plan and execute product campaigns, promotional calendars, and content edits.
-Partner with internal teams including Supply Chain and Merchandising to ensure alignment on product availability, pricing, and assortment planning.
What We’re Looking For:
-Bachelor’s degree in Business, Fashion Merchandising, or a related field.
-2+ years of experience in a buying, merchandising, or planning role (retail or e-commerce preferred).
-Strong analytical and numerical skills with a solid understanding of sales and inventory metrics.
-Excellent negotiation, communication, and relationship-building abilities.
-Highly organised with strong attention to detail and time management skills.
-Passion for fashion, trends, and the eyewear industry.
-Proficiency in Excel and familiarity with ERP or planning tools is an advantage.