Buyer

* **Product Sourcing and Selection:** Identify and source high\-quality beauty products (cosmetics, skincare, haircare, etc.) that align with brand standards, customer demand, and current market trends. * **Vendor Management:** Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and vendors. Negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts to ensure cost\-effectiveness and timely delivery. * **Market Analysis:** Conduct market research to stay ahead of beauty industry trends, consumer preferences, and competitor offerings. Use insights to inform product selection and assortment strategy. * **Inventory Management:** Monitor inventory levels, manage stock turnover, and collaborate with the supply chain team to ensure optimal stock availability while minimizing overstock or stockouts. * **Sales and Performance Analysis:** Analyze sales data, customer feedback, and product performance to make data\-driven decisions on product assortment, pricing, and promotions. * **Collaboration:** Work closely with marketing, merchandising, and e\-commerce teams to develop product launches, promotional campaigns, and in\-store or online displays. * **Budget Management:** Develop and manage budgets for purchasing, ensuring alignment with financial goals and profitability targets. * **Compliance and Quality Control:** Ensure all sourced products meet regulatory, safety, and quality standards, including cruelty\-free and sustainability requirements where applicable. * **Trend Forecasting:** Stay informed about emerging beauty trends, new product innovations, and shifts in consumer behavior to keep the product assortment fresh and competitive. * **Education:** Bachelor’s degree in Business, Fashion Merchandising, Marketing, or a related field. * **Experience:** 3\-5 years of experience as a buyer, preferably in the beauty, retail, or consumer goods industry. * **Industry Knowledge:** Strong understanding of the beauty industry, including cosmetics, skincare, haircare, and wellness products. Familiarity with clean beauty, cruelty\-free, and sustainable product trends is a plus. * **Analytical Skills:** Proficiency in analyzing sales data, market trends, and financial metrics to drive decision\-making. * **Negotiation Skills:** Proven ability to negotiate favorable terms with suppliers and vendors. * **Communication:** Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to build relationships with internal teams and external partners. * **Organizational Skills:** Strong time management and organizational skills to handle multiple projects and deadlines. * **Tech Proficiency:** Experience with inventory management software, ERP systems, and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word). Knowledge of data analytics tools (e.g., Tableau) is a plus. * **Passion for Beauty:** A genuine passion for the beauty industry and a keen eye for emerging trends and products. Preferred Skills * Experience working with private label or exclusive beauty brands. * Knowledge of global sourcing and supply chain logistics. * Familiarity with e\-commerce platforms and online merchandising strategies. * Understanding of sustainability and ethical sourcing practices in the beauty industry. Pay: ﷼5,000\.00 \- ﷼9,000\.00 per month Work Location: In person