Lead Buyer - Hospitality Industry

A leading hospitality group in Qatar is seeking an accomplished Lead Buyer to join its dynamic retail and merchandising division. The role requires a results-driven professional with strong analytical and commercial acumen, capable of driving product performance, optimizing inventory levels, and identifying new market opportunities.

Requirements

• Develop and implement merchandise plans aligned with the organization’s retail and brand strategies.
• Conduct detailed data analysis and forecasting to anticipate product demand, manage stock levels, and drive buying decisions.
• Monitor sales trends, supplier performance, and inventory turnover to ensure optimal product mix and profitability.
• Support pricing and promotional strategies by analyzing market data, competition, and historical performance.
• Manage end-to-end procurement processes — from purchase requests and supplier negotiations to order tracking and approvals.
• Maintain strong relationships with suppliers, ensuring timely deliveries, competitive pricing, and high-quality standards.
• Liaise with logistics and retail operations to ensure seamless product flow and availability across all outlets.
• Provide analytical reports and insights to enhance sales performance and stock efficiency.
• Recommend process improvements and contribute to merchandising strategy refinement.
• Stay up to date with retail and hospitality trends through market research, trade fairs, and competitor analysis.