Kuwait Alghanim Industries wanted Assistant Buyer
Job Summary
To manage a defined category or subcategory to continuously improve ranges and promotions and exceed sales and margin targets. Develop a category plan that supports the delivery of the customer plan, market share acquisition, excellent availability + omni channel leadership.
Develop Category Strategy with the buyer to achieve Sales/Profitability targets, and maximize the market share of the assigned category
Develop assortment frequently including Brands, Products & Agencies to ensure freshness and improve profitability
Regular planogram updates with merchandising team to cover effective display principles and ensure sell-out of phase-out/display inventory
Implement promo strategy & support functions to ensure business objectives are met; review the effectiveness of promotional activity and update team
Support advertising & marketing strategy; implement through marketing; review the effectiveness of all activities and update category head/team
Support Order & Replenishment process through team ensuring an optimal inventory, availability, and age are in control
Support new Product Development process & Sourcing for Own Brands
Follow & analyze market trends, and daily marketing review of core competencies to ensure competitiveness in assortment and pricing
Work with service & support teams constantly to improve business processes and increase customer satisfaction
Online category development and promo strategy development to ensure competitiveness with the market & grow an online business
Manage selected Supplier Relationships as required, agency & non-agency. Range development, negotiate commercial terms, promotional / marketing activities, other operating incomes and follow up on timely payment of supplier receivables
In-store layout, display & space management/execution via planogram and stores visits
Min weekly visits to core stores + competitors with actionable follow-up circulated to the wider team
Candidate Requirements
At least 3 – 5 years experience within Electronic retailing with at least w years of Category Management experience
In-depth knowledge of and experience in managing a Consumer Electronics Category
Professional development in retail strategy/category management
Excellent analytical skills and aptitude to draw out plans and assess accurately the market needs for the category
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Excellent MS Office skills + knowledge of SAP or Business Objects preferred
Strong relationship-building skills
Strong negotiation skills
Organizational leadership skills
Attention to detail / analytical
Superior drive + follow up
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