Main Responsibilities

1. Supplier Management

   • Search and develop new suppliers and products to expand the grocery assortment.

   • Negotiate trading terms, promotions, pricing, and contract conditions to optimize profitability.

   • Evaluate and monitor supplier performance (sales, rebates, product quality).

2. Category & Floor Management

   • Conduct sales and floor performance analyses to improve category zoning, layout, and planograms.

   • Manage product assortment, replacements, and stock presentation to align with category strategy.

3. Sales & Promotion Execution

   • Implement and monitor sales promotion plans to achieve sales targets.

   • Communicate campaign details and product information effectively to stores and relevant departments.

4. Market & Performance Analysis

   • Analyze category trends, market conditions, and competitor activities to identify new opportunities.

   • Prepare reports and share negotiation results and performance insights with the team.

5. Other Duties

   • Perform other tasks as assigned by Line Manager.

Requirements

Education & Knowledge

• College or University degree in a related field.

• Strong understanding of the FMCG and retail market, especially grocery or daily food categories.

Experience

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Purchasing, Buyer, or Merchandiser in Supermarket, CVS, or Retail environments.

Skills & Abilities

• Strong skills in negotiation, supplier sourcing, and data analysis.

• High initiative and willingness to explore new categories and suppliers.

• Excellent communication and coordination skills with internal teams and suppliers.

• Able to work independently with a high sense of responsibility and commitment.

• Good command of English and computer literacy (priority).

Other Characteristics

• Detail-oriented, proactive, and able to work under pressure.

• Strong teamwork and problem-solving abilities.