Senior Buyer

About the role

The Senior Buyer will lead end‑to‑end purchasing activities for Denaster’s distribution network in the GCC. Based on‑site in Dubai, you will work closely with sales, marketing and logistics to ensure the right products are sourced, priced and delivered on time.

Key responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate and qualify new suppliers across international markets.
• Negotiate pricing, contract terms and service level agreements.
• Manage purchase orders, monitor delivery schedules and coordinate with warehouse and logistics teams.
• Analyse sales, inventory and market data to optimise stock levels and minimise excess.
• Prepare regular reports on supplier performance, cost savings and procurement KPIs.
• Collaborate with sales and marketing to align buying decisions with market trends.
• Support continuous improvement of procurement processes and tools.

Required profile

• Proven experience in purchasing, procurement or buying within distribution, FMCG or retail.
• Strong supplier sourcing, vendor evaluation and contract negotiation skills.
• Ability to interpret market trends, sales data and inventory reports.
• Experience working with GCC markets and familiarity with regional regulations is a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Finance or related field; procurement certifications (CIPS, CPSM) are advantageous.
• Willingness to work on‑site in Dubai and thrive in a multicultural environment.

Required skills

• ERP or procurement system proficiency
• Microsoft Excel