Apparel Buyer jobs in United Arab Emirates

GMG is a global well-being company retailing, distributing and manufacturing a portfolio of leading international and home-grown brands across sport, food and health sectors. Its vision is to inspire people to win in ways that make the world better. Today, GMG’s investments span across four key verticals: GMG Sports, GMG Food, GMG Health, and GMG Consumer Goods. Under the ownership and management of the Baker family, it has become a leading global company, affiliated with the world’s most successful and respected brands in the well-being sector. Working across the Middle East, North Africa, and Asia, GMG has introduced more than 120 brands into its markets.

We are seeking a results-oriented Buyer to manage end-to-end buying operations for GMG’s Sports Division. The candidate will be responsible for leading seasonal product selections, optimizing vendor relationships, analyzing market trends, and aligning buying strategies with business objectives. This role requires strong collaboration across planning, merchandising, and logistics teams, with proficiency in SAP and Power BI to enable data-driven decision-making and performance tracking.

• Lead product selection and procurement, sourcing high-quality items that meet consumer demands.
• Conduct market research to identify emerging trends, analyze consumer behavior, and evaluate competitor offerings.
• Negotiate terms with suppliers to secure optimal pricing, delivery schedules, and maintain product standards.
• Utilize SAP and Power BI to analyze purchasing data, monitor inventory levels, and forecast future needs.
• Collaborate with merchandising and logistics teams to ensure smooth product flow and address supply chain challenges.
• Manage budgets effectively to ensure purchasing activities align with financial objectives and deliver maximum ROI.
• Assess supplier performance, maintain strong relationships, and drive continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with GMG’s procurement policies and prepare detailed reports on purchasing performance and trends for leadership review.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business (Supply Chain Management preferred).
• Certification in Procurement Management (required); postgraduate qualification is an advantage.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in buying, with at least 2 years in retail fashion or retail apparel.
• Proven expertise in inventory management, SAP ERP, and data-driven analytics.

• Advanced Excel (mandatory); SAP proficiency preferred.
• Strong analytical mindset with commercial acumen.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Strong brand knowledge and understanding of the retail lifestyle industry.
• Proactive, collaborative, and adaptable team player