Associate Director - Buying - Electronics Category

Objective : Lead and own end to end business development of a large portfolio.

Business strategy :

- Own the business: Co-own the P&L, develop the business model, understand where opportunities are and create a viable business to service them.

- Know the market: Stay on top of trends in an ever-changing landscape, find opportunities and prioritize based on size, internal capabilities, etc.

- Influence the leadership: Convert strategies into action by liaising with cross-functional leadership and drive the changes required.

Vendor Management :

- Develop deep and long standing relationship with the vendors - to drive relationships from the strategic to the tactical.

- Own the terms of business with the vendor - products, returns, ordering, etc.

Market Understanding :

- Develop a thorough knowledge of the market - short term and long term trends.

- Have an in depth knowledge of competition and vendor and ability to influence the market.

Selection and Offers :

- Own buying cost improvement and overall portfolio management.

- Manage in store promotions along with brands - make brands partners in customer communication.

- Drive portfolio management for best offers and discounts for the customers.

Purchasing and Inventory :

- Key driver of working capital management and inventory - ensure an optimal.

- Develop and manage a purchase strategy with the brands to ensure best selection along with the optimal cost and service.

Desired Competencies :

- Ability to translate strategies into execution plans and take them to completion.

- Willing to take calculated risks to grow the category

- Highly analytical