Job Title: Buying Manager

Job Description:

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Buying Manager – Furniture & Electronics to join our team in Dubai, UAE. This critical role focuses on strategic procurement, supplier relationship management, and trend-driven buying to ensure a competitive and appealing product offering for our customers.

The ideal candidate will have a solid background in retail buying within the furniture and electronics categories, with strong skills in market analysis, negotiation, inventory planning, and vendor management. If you’re a forward-thinking professional with a passion for delivering value and staying ahead of market trends, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct in-depth market research to identify current and emerging trends in furniture and electronics

• Negotiate favorable contracts and pricing with local and international suppliers

• Manage inventory to ensure stock levels are optimized while minimizing overstock

• Collaborate with marketing to align buying decisions with promotional and seasonal campaigns

• Analyze sales data to forecast product demand and adjust procurement strategies accordingly

• Build and maintain strong vendor relationships to secure quality and reliable supply

• Monitor competitor activity and industry developments to maintain a competitive edge

• Present purchasing strategies and performance reports to senior management

• Ensure compliance with internal purchasing policies and external regulatory standards

• Mentor and support junior buying staff to improve team capability and performance

Preferred Candidate Profile:

• Proven experience in a buying or procurement role, preferably within furniture and electronics retail

• Excellent negotiation, communication, and vendor management skills

• Strong analytical mindset with ability to make data-driven decisions

• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and time management skills

• Proficient in inventory management systems, Excel, and data analysis tools

• Up-to-date knowledge of market trends and consumer behavior in relevant sectors

• Team player with leadership capabilities

• Fluent in English; knowledge of Arabic is an added advantage

• Willing to travel for trade shows, supplier meetings, and sourcing trips