Buying Manager

Role Summary

Drive sales and service the demand optimally in the relevant category for the concept by ensuring the availability of the right product mix (private label and brand) at the right store

Summary of Role Responsibilities

• Understand and share the available market opportunity for new and existing categories, markets and brands
• Understand the trends prevailing in the international market and provide inputs for customizing the same to suit the needs of the domestic market
• Drive the sales, margin and inventory for the concept
• Initiate buying as per OTB and ensure timely delivery and availability of right stocks at the store
• Interact with the brand partners / vendors at regular intervals to meet the product availability norms and build relationships
• Address and resolve operational issues within the defined timelines
• Understand and share the customer needs and feedback
• Manage and guide the team to deliver on the job (for people managers only)

Skills Required

Buying, Trends