Senior Buyer

Responsibilities:

A) Sales and Promotion

• Meet company sales and profit targets
• Work closely with internal stakeholders to create promotion plan and execute sales strategies, events and PR activities
• Evaluate brand and product performance and adjust promotion plan based on sales reports

B) Merchandising and inventory control

• Forecast demand to ensure adequate stock levels
• Monitor sales and inventory though pricing strategies
• Develop merchandising strategies based on sales data and market trends
• Optimize buying decision by comparing different vendors / suppliers price list and shipment performance
• Set pricing strategy to maximize company profit

C) Brands Relationship

• Build and maintain strong relationships with vendor or suppliers
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms with vendor or suppliers to secure favourable deals and minimize risks
• Communicate with vendor for shipment and product information
• Provide product feedback and suggest suppliers for new products

D) Clerical Support

• Prepare sales reports and assist in pricing mark-up / markdown plan
• Maintain online sales system
• Support new business initiatives and other ad-hoc projects as required

Requirements:

• University graduate in Business Administration or related disciplines
• 5 years’ buying experience in retail/FMCG, experience in tobacco or luxury industry is an advantage
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Results-oriented with a proactive approach to problem-solving
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other relevant software
• Good command of written and spoken English & Chinese (Cantonese)