Assistant Buyer / Buying Executive

Post Date: 25 Nov 09

Responsibilities Assist the buyer on the sourcing of new and review existing merchandise to ensure product remains relevant and competitive Supplier management (Pricing, alternative products and suppliers, funding & sponsorship, store space/racks rentals, product management, getting best terms) Maximize profit and provide a commercially viable range of merchandise at competitive prices Keeping up to date with market trends and reacting to changes in demand are key element to the role Monitoring and analyse sales performance of the products/brands to ensure good control of inventory management. Manage and improve inventory turns in line with the targeted turns Review and report to Buyer on performance indicators. Ensure minimal level of slow moving, End of life products and obsolescence by working closely with sales, Marketing and operations on the strategy to clear the items Assist buyer in the planning execution of trade shows, events and promotions Requirements Minimum 1 year of relevant experience in a similar role in purchasing of IT products and accessories for IT Retail Store Excellent communication and negotiation skills Knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics Navision would be ad added advantage Only Singaporeans and PRs need to apply Interested applicants, please submit your detailed resume stating current and expected salary to: hr@epicentreorchard.com Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. For more information about the Company, please log on to: www.epicentreorchard.com

Career Level Middle Qualification Not Specified Yr(s) Exp 1 year(s) Zonal Segregation Any Salary Not Specified / Negotiable Job Type Full Time, Permanent