Buyer

Role overview

eXtra (United Electronics Co.) is seeking a Buyer to join its Commercial team in Al Khobar, Eastern, Saudi Arabia. The role focuses on managing assigned product categories, improving commercial performance, and ensuring effective supplier and stock management.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee product and supplier selection for the categories assigned to you.
• Source merchandise that meets quality expectations while securing the best possible purchase terms.
• Prepare sales, margin, and inventory forecasts, and provide regular performance reporting.
• Manage category budgets, including sales targets, profitability, and stock levels.
• Keep inventory turnover healthy and contribute to liquidation planning when required.
• Plan and deliver promotional and advertising activities in coordination with relevant teams.
• Track market developments, competitor activity, and customer demand patterns.
• Assess supplier performance and maintain productive business relationships.
• Ensure purchasing records and documentation are complete and accurate.
• Work with cross-functional teams to support buying and distribution operations.

Qualifications and skills

• A bachelor's degree from a well-regarded university is required.
• Applicants should have 2 to 5 years of experience in retail buying or a closely related position.
• Professional fluency in both Arabic and English is necessary.
• Strong computer literacy and analytical ability are expected.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills are essential.
• The ideal candidate should be driven by results and demonstrate strong personal integrity.

Additional information

This is a full-time, onsite role. No internship duration, start date, salary details, benefits, or number of openings were provided in the source.