Assistant Category Buyer (Procurement Integrity, Operational Excellence & Strategic Supply Chain Governance)
Company Overview:
Our client, MyShops UAE, is a professional and performance-driven leader in the Dubai retail landscape, dedicated to delivering high-quality management solutions and operational excellence through robust procurement execution. We operate with an “educational family” philosophy, where technical management and professional buying mastery are shared to ensure organizational success. In the fast-paced UAE Retail sector, we believe that rigorous supply chain governance and disciplined vendor coordination are the cornerstones of institutional stability. Join our professional Human Resources and procurement team in Dubai and contribute to an environment that values professional integrity, technical innovation in Information Technology (for digital inventory and demand forecasting), and the strategic growth of our product portfolios.
Job Description:
We are seeking a motivated and commercially focused Assistant Category Buyer to join our professional team in Dubai. This role is fundamental to our organizational framework, requiring a professional who can deliver technical precision for management and procurement performance review. You will be responsible for handling end-to-end procurement for assigned categories, managing supplier relationships, and optimizing product selection. We are looking for an individual with a strong foundation in Negotiation, Demand Planning, and UAE Market Dynamics and a proactive approach to business growth. This is a brilliant opportunity to advance your education and procurement career within a rapidly expanding retail environment.
🔹 Key Responsibilities:
- Handle end-to-end procurement activities to meet management and profitability benchmarks.
- Support operational integrity in Dubai, maintaining strong relationships with local distributors and suppliers with 100% precision.
- Liaise with the Human Resources department and internal teams to facilitate professional organizational coordination of stock fulfillment processes.
- Monitor market trends and competitor pricing to refine product assortments and pricing strategies.
- Utilize digital Information Technology tools and Microsoft Excel to analyze sales data and ensure compliance with procurement standards.
🔹 Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field.
- 3–5 years of relevant experience in retail buying or procurement within the UAE.
- Strong background in management of categories such as IT, Gaming, Electronics, and Beauty.
- Professional background in education regarding negotiation terms, local sourcing practices, and demand forecasting.
- Ability to demonstrate operational excellence, communicate effectively, and thrive in a fast-paced Dubai retail environment.
What We Offer:
- Monthly salary package ranging from AED 5,000 to 6,000 (Adjusted from minimum level).
- A stable and dynamic role within an expanding retail organization.
- Direct involvement in the management of essential procurement protocols and high-impact business initiatives.
- Significant opportunities for professional development and career growth in Supply Chain & Retail Management.