Purchaser

Description

Job Summary: We are seeking a strategic, analytical, and results-oriented Purchaser focused on profitability, negotiation, and profit maximization. Key Highlights: 1. Manage product lines to achieve market leadership and increase margins. 2. Conduct strategic procurement and sales negotiations. 3. Monitor market conditions and trends to identify profit opportunities. We are looking for a strategic, analytical, and results-oriented Purchaser to join our team! We seek a professional with procurement experience, a strong focus on profitability, targets, and negotiation, who actively contributes to maximizing business profitability without compromising market competitiveness. **Key Responsibilities** Manage product lines in alignment with strategic planning guidelines, focusing on market leadership and gross margin improvement; Prevent stockouts and ensure adequate supply; Manage and monitor selling prices to maximize margins and financial results while maintaining competitiveness; Manage offers for flyers and TV advertising, evaluating their impact on sales and profitability; Monitor inventory levels to optimize turnover, reduce unproductive items, and improve invested capital; Support the Commercial Department Manager in sales closing, with emphasis on results and profitability; Identify and resolve discrepancies in the data entry and registration department; Assist with operational activities and strategic procurement and sales negotiations in the absence of the Procurement Manager; Act as a facilitator in organizing the department and mediating potential conflicts among team members; Collect product information with accurate specifications and forward it for registration; Monitor external market conditions and trends to identify profit opportunities and margin improvements; Secure co-op marketing funds from suppliers to enhance the financial return of commercial initiatives; Conduct visits to competitors, manufacturers, suppliers, and trade fairs; Seek solutions for technical inventory; Participate in area-specific training sessions coordinated by HR. **Mandatory Requirements** Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Logistics, Engineering, Economics, or related fields; Additional courses in negotiation, procurement management, or logistics; Procurement experience (retail experience is a plus); Proficiency in software, procurement management systems, and spreadsheets (Excel).