Feeds back market information, competition information, projects, sales, and profit results to line manager and branded team.
Coordinates with concerned Director, Sr. Buyer, and Buyers to identify existing shelf-products that are sellable and can generate desired sales and profits if developed and marketed as Own Brand. Identifies suppliers who can co-develop these products.
Work with branded buyers to produce an effective Makro Mail Program, to achieve sales budget and profit targets. Gives all necessary information and documents (i.e. article, supplier, ordering, promotions) to the stores.
Makes regular store visits to detect operational problems and follows up on product quality and presentation. Gives all the necessary information to the Commercial Director and concerned Sr Buyer and Buyers to which the own brand is categorized/ grouped.
Travel, when necessary (i.e. to visit suppliers and producers).
Commits to all agreements made with the suppliers (i.e. invoice control arrangements, price differences), all of which are subject to a written contract or confirmation.
Work with OB Sales Support & Analysis team to identify reasons for the shortfall, and work with the branded team to plan action for recovery. Work with OB sales Support & Analysis team to identify and plan OB loyalty program in stores to drive sales.
Performs any other tasks not specified herewith as required/instructed by superior / management.
Requirements
Bachelor's Degree required or related work experience.
5 years minimum with experience in food and non-food product. development and purchasing, preferably with brand management skills.
Strong background in merchandising and supplier relationships.
Decisive, Innovative, Forward-Thinking, and Achieving the Ability to manage multiple tasks at once.
Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills.
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