Senior Buyer - Sports

GMG
Dubai
Workplace: OnsiteFull timeFunction: Procurement & SourcingExperience: 5+ yearsEducation: bachelorsSkills: ["Negotiation","Analytical thinking","Data analysis","Organization","Attention to detail"]

Oversee the end-to-end buying process for the Sports business unit, from sourcing and supplier negotiation to product selection, assortment planning, and purchase order execution. Conduct market and competitor research, analyze sales/stock/purchasing data using SAP, Power BI, and Excel, and forecast requirements to maintain healthy inventory. Partner with Merchandising, Allocation, and Logistics teams to resolve supply issues, manage budget performance, ensure procurement policy compliance, and mentor Buyers.

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Senior Buyer - Sports

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Job Summary

Oversee the end-to-end buying process for the Sports business unit, from sourcing and supplier negotiation to product selection, assortment planning, and purchase order execution. Conduct market and competitor research, analyze sales/stock/purchasing data using SAP, Power BI, and Excel, and forecast requirements to maintain healthy inventory. Partner with Merchandising, Allocation, and Logistics teams to resolve supply issues, manage budget performance, ensure procurement policy compliance, and mentor Buyers.
Location: Dubai
Workplace: Onsite
Employment Type: Full time
Job Function: Procurement & Sourcing
Seniority: Mid level

Key Responsibilities

  • •Lead product selection and procurement for assigned Sports categories, building assortments aligned to target consumers and brand positioning.
  • •Conduct market and competitor research to analyze consumer behavior and identify trends and range opportunities.
  • •Negotiate commercial terms with suppliers and vendors to maximize margin, value, and profitability.
  • •Manage purchase order placement, tracking, and follow-up to ensure on-time, in-full deliveries aligned to seasonal calendars and promotions.
  • •Analyze sales, stock, and purchasing data in SAP and Power BI, monitor inventory levels, forecast requirements, and manage purchasing performance against budgets.

Key Requirements

  • •5 years in procurement and 3 years in retail buying experience.
  • •Proficiency in SAP and Power BI (SAP ERP knowledge required).
  • •Bachelor’s degree in Business or Supply Chain Management; Master’s degree advantageous.
  • •Experience with inventory management and retail buying cycles (assortment planning and inventory management).
  • •Certification in Procurement and strong negotiation capability.
Experience:5+ yearsRetailSports retail
Education:Bachelor's
Skills:NegotiationAnalytical thinkingData analysisOrganizationAttention to detail
Certifications:Procurement
Tech Stack:SAPPower BIExcelSAP ERP

Company Brief

GMG
GMG (Gulf Marketing Group) is a global well-being company that retails, distributes and manufactures consumer, sports, health & beauty, food and home brands across MENA, SEA and Hong Kong, operating retail stores, distribution and manufacturing divisions.
Industry: Conglomerates & Holding Companies
Company Size: Enterprise (1,001+ employees)
Growth: Established Company
Headquarters: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Founded: 1977
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