Job Role
We are seeking a skilled and experienced Retail Buyer to manage our coffee procurement and retail product sourcing.
Key Responsibilities:
* Monitor sales data and inventory levels to inform purchasing decisions and avoid stockouts or overstocking.
* Study market trends, supplier offerings, and trade publications to stay current with changing consumer preferences.
* Negotiate purchase agreements and supply terms with suppliers of green coffee and retail products.
* Anticipate seasonal demand and determine the quantity, style, and quality of products to meet commercial targets.
* Select and procure high-quality green coffee through importers or direct trade relationships, ensuring ethical sourcing.
* Evaluate samples received from suppliers for suitability and pricing.
* Design and implement pricing strategies, promotional initiatives, and product display plans in collaboration with marketing.
* Liaise with senior management on long-term planning, retail expansion, and strategic sourcing initiatives.
Required Skills and Experience:
* Demonstrated experience in purchasing and retail merchandising, preferably in the specialty coffee industry.
* Sound knowledge of specialty coffee sourcing practices and product evaluation.
* Strong analytical skills to interpret sales reports and translate them into actionable buying strategies.
* Excellent negotiation, planning, and supplier relationship management abilities.
* Awareness of ethical sourcing standards and a genuine interest in coffee quality and consumer trends.