Buyer

Our client is one of the leading retail companies in Malta.  As they are growing, they would like to take on board a Buyer to join the team

The Role

• Category management and assortment building and optimization
• Understand consumer trends to plan a strategy in line with market requirements
• Sourcing the best products, locally and internationally
• Develop and maintain constructive relationships with new and existing suppliers
• Issue tenders (RFI/RFQ) and carry out the evaluation process
• Negotiate prices as well as contract terms and conditions with suppliers
• Develop rebate plans
• Sign and improve contractual conditions with suppliers
• Review stock levels and order products
• Plan for payment and delivery
• Prepare reports and present them to senior management
• Include sustainability both in category management and in the sourcing process

IMP - Work in office on a full-time basis, occasionally spending time in warehouses, stores, competition visits and fairs

Skill-sets and Requirements

• Have experience in a similar role – Purchasing Executive, Assistant Buyer, Junior Buyer, Category Buyer, Buyer etc
• Preferably have experience working in a product and consumer-focused business
• Be Diligent and meticulous
• Be a good team player
• Analytical and Financial Skills

Education & Experience

Preferably have a related degree

Job Reference: OE526