Manager/Sr. Manager Buying - Homeware/Household

Role: Senior Manager/Manager Buyer (Homeware & Household)

Location: Dubai, UAE
Experience: 7-15 years, with 3-5 years of core buying experience in homeware & household categories.

Role Summary

Lead the Homeware & Household category for a AED 50-100 million business, managing the end-to-end product lifecycle, OTB, and supplier relationships while driving revenue growth and profitability.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and implement buying strategies for the homeware and household categories to maximize revenue and profitability.
• Manage the end-to-end product lifecycle, from product selection and supplier negotiation to delivery and inventory management.
• Manage category performance through analytics, leveraging Power BI for insights.
• Optimize OTB, inventory planning, and pricing strategies to maximize sales and margins.
• Lead and mentor a team of 3-4, fostering collaboration and high performance.
• Negotiate with suppliers to ensure quality, innovation, and profitability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align category goals with business strategy.

Qualifications & Skills

• Experience managing a sizable business portfolio, preferably in the range of AED 50-100 million.
• Strong analytical, commercial, and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in Power BI, OTB, and financial planning.
• Leadership experience with a track record of team success.