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Apparel Group
Dubai
Workplace: OnsiteFull-timeFunction: Procurement & SourcingEducation: bachelorsSkills: ["Negotiation","Communication","Planning","Analytical","Teamwork"]

Plan and select the range, type, quality, and quantity of merchandise to meet customer demand and brand targets. Lead buying activities aligned with brand plans, negotiate with suppliers, manage OTB and calendars, and collaborate with Brand Manager/GM to optimize margins and product assortment for the Dubai-based Head Office.

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Job Summary

Plan and select the range, type, quality, and quantity of merchandise to meet customer demand and brand targets. Lead buying activities aligned with brand plans, negotiate with suppliers, manage OTB and calendars, and collaborate with Brand Manager/GM to optimize margins and product assortment for the Dubai-based Head Office.
Location: Dubai
Workplace: Onsite
Job Function: Procurement & Sourcing

Key Responsibilities

  • •Plan and execute the range, type, quality and quantity of merchandise aligned with customer demand, trends, store policies and budgets.
  • •Carry out buying activities in-line with brand buying plans and negotiate with suppliers on pricing, terms, freight, and promotional involvement.
  • •Maintain profitable supplier relationships and monitor contract adherence.
  • •Manage seasonal business strategies, assortment development, and OTB planning to deliver timely product releases.
  • •Prepare and manage buying calendars and coordinate with Marketing and VM to drive key product initiatives and category performance.

Key Requirements

  • •Bachelor's degree in a related field
  • •Plan and execute seasonal buying strategies
  • •Negotiate pricing, terms, and supplier relationships
  • •Develop and manage assortment plans and OTB calendars
  • •Collaborate cross-functionally with Brand Managers, Marketing, and VM to drive sales and margins
Experience:RetailFashionMerchandiseSupplier management
Education:Bachelor's
Skills:NegotiationCommunicationPlanningAnalyticalTeamwork

Company Brief

Apparel Group
Apparel Group is a global fashion and lifestyle retail conglomerate operating a portfolio of international and homegrown brands across store and online channels, managing franchising, wholesale and retail operations across the Middle East, Asia and beyond.
Industry: Omnichannel Retail
Company Size: Enterprise (1,001+ employees)
Growth: Established Company
Headquarters: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Founded: 1996
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