The Supermarket Buyer is responsible for selecting, purchasing, and managing products to ensure the store is well-stocked with high-quality items at competitive prices. This role involves negotiating with suppliers, monitoring inventory levels, analyzing sales trends, and ensuring products meet customer demand and company standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Source, select, and purchase grocery and non-grocery products
- Negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery schedules with suppliers
- Monitor inventory levels to prevent overstocking or shortages
- Ensure products meet quality, safety, and regulatory standards
- Coordinate with store managers, warehouse, and logistics teams
- Manage supplier relationships and resolve delivery or quality issues
Qualifications & Skills
- Proven experience as a Buyer or Purchasing Officer (retail or supermarket preferred)
- Strong negotiation and supplier management skills
- Excellent analytical and forecasting abilities
- Knowledge of inventory management systems
- Positive understanding of retail pricing and margin management
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field (preferred)
- 2–5 years of buying or purchasing experience in retail or FMCG