Category Buyer
4 weeks ago
Job Title: Category Buyer
Location: WalterMart Head Office – North Edsa (Muñoz), Quezon City
Department: Merchandising
Employment Type: Full-time
I. Job Summary
The Category Buyer plays a vital role in supporting the Merchandising team by managing vendor relationships, ensuring competitive and well-assorted product offerings, and maintaining optimal inventory levels. This role involves buying, forecasting, and assisting Category Managers in executing merchandising strategies to drive sales, improve profitability, and enhance the overall customer experience.
Job Description:
- Buying & Forecasting.
- Responsible for preparation, analysis, and monitoring of vendor related matters & purchases.
- Assists Category Managers in executing merchandising plans, maintaining inventory levels, negotiations & merchandising.
- Sourcing of new merchandise and review existing items to ensure products remain competitive.
Qualifications:
*Candidate must possess at least a Bachelor's/College Degree , Business Studies/Administration/Management/ Industrial Engineering/ Computer Science or equivalent.
*Excellent negotiation and decision-making skills.
*Highly analytical on consumer buying patterns.
*At least 1 year and up of working experience in the related field is required for this position.
About WalterMart:
At WalterMart, our mission is simple: Make Happy Customers, Develop Great People, and Become a Great Company.
With over 40 stores and counting, WalterMart is a trusted name in Philippine retail, offering a complete shopping experience—from fresh groceries to daily essentials. We are committed to providing exceptional customer service, innovative retail formats, and the best value for our shoppers.
Join our growing family and be part of a company that values people development, innovation, and community impact.
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