Overview
Buying Assistant Jobs in Dubai, United Arab Emirates at Namshi.com
Title: Buying Assistant
Company: Namshi.com
Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Who are we?
Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey in the world of fashion and e-commerce?
Namshi, the leading online multi-brand fashion and beauty platform in the Middle East, is looking for talented individuals to join our dynamic #NamFam. We are a community built around young people who are making waves in the region. They’re changing the future, and we’re right next to them every step of the way. If you’re passionate, innovative, and eager to be a part of a company whose mission is to be the region’s favorite closet, then Namshi is the place for you.
Discover your potential with us and help us redefine the way people shop online and ignite a new generation of personal expression through style.Let’s move together!
Location: Dubai, UAE
Reporting to:Senior Buyer
Key responsibilities:
Manage the Purchase Order raising process and ensure that all orders are placed within the given timeline to meet intake deadlines
Work with the Logistics and Supply Chain team to ensure that all orders are received on time
Act as an interface between suppliers and other relevant departments in the buying processes and new projects and activities
Monitor and advise on any issues which present risk or opportunity to the organization
Identifying customer preferences, monitor market trends, competitor strategies and market suppliers
Negotiate contracts, improve prices and terms of business with suppliers
Build, maintain and manage supplier relationships and ensure that a professional and consistent approach is taken in relation to all supplier relationships
Visit the market to research products & study market trends. Use the market visits to also add more suppliers to the base.
Work with the content & merchandising teams to ensure the best visibility for the products procured.
Ensure all reconciliations are done within the planned time for smooth payments.
What you’ll need:
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management or a similar field
2+ years of relevant experience in a similar role
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel
Highly detail oriented with proven strong business sense
Analytical, numerically astute with strong demonstrated problem-solving abilities.
Able to manage time effectively, prioritize tasks and achieve set targets.
Commercial and financial awareness with a full understanding of how failure impacts the customer order fulfillment as well as profitability.
Able to work well under pressure and handle emergency and stressful situations.
Keen attention to detail and accuracy.
Who will excel?
The ideal candidate will be comfortable in a fast-paced, multi-tasked, high-pressure environment with a strong passion for delivering results. A candidate who has a successful history of working in teams solving challenging topics and is willing to roll up their sleeves to get the job done. At Namshi, we have the courage to pursue what seems impossible. We work hard to get things done. We go to great lengths to ensure that the experience is stellar but above all, we are grateful for the opportunities we have.If you feel the above values resonate with you – you will enjoy this incredible journey with us!
**Due to the high volume of applications received, please note that only candidates who have been selected for further consideration will be contacted***
