Buyer- Non Food

Job Description – Buyer (Non-Food)

Department: Procurement / Buying Position: Buyer – Non-Food Industry: Retail / Hypermarket Reports To: Procurement Manager / Category Manager

Job Summary

Responsible for sourcing, purchasing, and managing non-food products for the retail and hypermarket business. The role involves supplier management, product selection, price negotiation, inventory planning, and ensuring product availability while maintaining competitive pricing and profitability.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and source non-food products based on market demand and business requirements.
• Manage purchasing activities for categories such as household items, kitchenware, electronics, stationery, toys, plastics, personal care and general merchandise.
• Identify, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers to obtain competitive prices and favourable payment terms.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with local and international suppliers.
• Monitor market trends, competitor pricing, and new product developments.
• Prepare purchase orders and ensure timely delivery of products.
• Coordinate with warehouse, inventory, and retail operations teams to maintain optimum stock levels.
• Monitor slow-moving, non-moving, and fast-moving items and take necessary action.
• Review product performance, sales reports, margins, and stock turnover.
• Ensure proper product assortment, pricing, promotions, and availability across branches.
• Coordinate with suppliers regarding product quality, damaged goods, returns, and claims.
• Ensure purchasing activities comply with company policies and procedures.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Commerce, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of experience as a Buyer or Purchasing Executive in a retail or hypermarket environment.
• Strong knowledge of non-food product categories and supplier networks.
• Experience in price negotiation, procurement, and inventory management.
• Good analytical, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and ERP/Purchasing systems.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet purchasing deadlines.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in FMCG, hypermarkets, or large retail chains.
• Knowledge of Qatar's local retail market and supplier network.
• Understanding of category management, sales forecasting, and gross margin analysis.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

• Purchase cost and gross margin improvement.
• Product availability and stock turnover.
• Supplier performance and delivery timelines.
• Reduction in slow-moving and non-moving inventory.
• Category sales and profitability.

Work Location: In person