Buyer - Boots - UAE
This is an exciting opportunity for a Pharmaceutical, Personal Care or Cosmetics Buyer. Reporting to the Senior Buyer you will be responsible for assisting them in the development of the Cosmetics offer within Boots stores across UAE.
You will be responsible for:
* Brand selection and product launches
* Building excellent relationships with suppliers
* Agreeing the promotional strategy with all brands
* Forecasting category buying requirements
* Managing inventory and stock holding throughout the market
* Working with the Merchandiser on macro and micro space allocation for the category
This role is for: Boots has been catering for healthcare and beauty needs for over 160 years. With a mission to help customers' look and feel better than they ever thought possible, Boots stores offer a fantastic range of products and services. Boots pharmacies have earned a reputation for providing customers with excellent, trustworthy, healthcare advice through the team of highly qualified, professional pharmacists. In addition to this, the store staff provide a friendly and helpful service to customers looking for expert skincare advice, the latest cosmetics, essentials for babies and children and even indulgent hair care treats. * Minimum 5 years' retail experience, including minimum 3 years in a buying role
* Experience in the Beauty / Cosmetics / Pharmaceutical or Personal care industry
* Experience of managing large multinational suppliers and the development of joint business plans
* Experience of managing a team
* Experience working in the local market
* Good command of both English and Arabic (both written and verbal)
* Highly developed negotiation and analytical skills
* Excellent communication skills
* Customer understanding
* Merchandising and space allocation experience (knowledge of Spaceman or similar software is desirable)
* Flexibility to travel throughout the country on a weekly basis
* Proficient use of all Microsoft Office software. M.H. Alshaya Co. is a leading international franchise operator for over 75 of the world’s most recognised retail brands including Starbucks, H&M, Mothercare, Debenhams, American Eagle Outfitters, P.F. Chang’s, The Cheesecake Factory, Victoria’s Secret, Boots, Pottery Barn and KidZania. The company operates over 3,400 stores across diverse customer sectors: Fashion & Footwear, Health & Beauty, Food, Optics, Pharmacy, Home Furnishings and Leisure & Entertainment. Alshaya’s stores can be found in markets across the Middle East and North Africa, Russia, Turkey and Europe and the company employs more than 47,000 people from over 120 nationalities.
The company has established itself as the industry leader across these territories through a combination of local market understanding and a comprehensive commitment to customer service. Growth in each of its operating divisions and brands is supported by continuous investment in talent and infrastructure. It applies best practices in retail operations, merchandising, marketing, information technology, logistics, real estate, human resources and financial controls.
M.H. Alshaya Co. is the retail business of the Alshaya Group, which was founded in Kuwait in 1890 and today represents one of the most dynamic companies in the Middle East. In addition to its retail operations, the Alshaya Group is active in a number of other sectors including real estate, automotive, hotels, trading and investments. Learn more about the company at www.alshaya.com or on Facebook. |