Category Buyer

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...

Job DescriptionManage and develop assigned category (Food, Non-Food, Fresh)Manage product assortment and portfolio under assigned categoryFrontliner in initial buying and evaluating products introduced by suppliers and present products for approvalVendor management and supplier relationsJob QualificationsCandidate must possess at least a Bachelor's/College...

Key ResponsibilitiesProduct Selection & Buying – Identify, source, and purchase merchandise aligned with the brand's identity, customer needs, and market trends.Assortment Planning – Build the right product mix per category (style, size, color, price point) to maximize sales and profitability.Vendor Management – Develop and maintain strong...

JOB DESCRIPTIONManage and develop assigned category and product assortment and portfolio (Supermarket/Grocery Delivery - Food, Non Food or Fresh | Department Store - Wears, Bags & Luggage, Accessories, Shoes & Slippers, Pet Care, Home)Frontliner in initial buying and evaluating products introduced by vendors/suppliersVendor management and supplier...

I. Job Summary: This role is responsible for managing the specific category assigned to him/her whether Fresh, Food, or Non-food. Oversees the total category in terms of sales, margins, and days of inventory. He/She is the front-liner in buying new items, and is also responsible for maintaining the product mix or assortment of the category he/she handles.II....

JOB SUMMARY:The Category Buyer maximizes the profitability of a business unit by way of correct product placement or display and product mix of a category. He/She will study the market and makes purchasing decisions which have cost-savings impact.The position is responsible in increasing profitability of each category within the business by making cost...

Implement the assortment planning, pricing, inventory, and sales strategies for the department's outright and concessionaire merchandise.Expertise of brands and target marketSource for local and international suppliersDevelop sales and inventory plan for the departmentCoordinate all forms of marketing support in order to facilitate effective product...

Job QualificationCandidate must possess at least a Bachelor's/College Degree , Business Studies/Administration/Management or equivalent.At least 3 year(s) of working experience in the related field is required for this position.For Supervisor / 3 Yrs & Up Experienced Employees specializing in Category Sales/ Profits, Merchandising, Vendor Management,...

Source and select suppliers for assigned product categoriesNegotiate pricing, terms, and contracts with suppliersAnalyse market trends and identify new sourcing opportunitiesMonitor supplier performance and ensure compliance with standardsCollaborate with internal teams to understand requirementsManage inventory levels and ensure timely deliveryConduct...

JOB DESCRIPTION CATEGROY DEVELOPMENT FUNCTIONS Manage and develop assigned category (Fresh category - ready to eat food & food to go section) Manage product assortment and portfolio under assigned category Frontliner in initial buying and evaluate products introduced by vendors/suppliers Handle business building negotiations; Vendor management...