# Assistant Buyer — Apparel Group

Canonical: https://jobxdubai.com/jobs/li-4476767197-assistant-buyer
Location: Doha, Qatar
Type: full_time · Level: junior
Monthly salary: AED 12,108 to 18,162 per month (estimated, not employer-stated) (UAE salaries are tax-free)
Posted: 2026-10-07
Apply: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/assistant-buyer-at-apparel-group-4476767197?_l=en

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## Description

Objective

The position is responsible for assisting in category planning, vendor coordination, and inventory monitoring to help achieve gross margin goals and maintain a healthy sell-through rate of 60% or above.

Key Responsibilities

Product Range Support:

• Assist in the development of brand strategy through research and analysis of target customers and market positioning.

• Support category planning activities by analyzing performance, trends, and sales potential.

• Contribute to the seasonal purchase strategy by leveraging reports and historical data shared by the planning/merchandising teams.

• Participate in store grading to align product assortments across diverse store types (e.g., premium vs. value-focused).

• Assist in developing procurement strategies for seasonal sales using historical product performance.

• Support pricing decisions through competitive benchmarking and market intelligence.

• Coordinate with principals and suppliers for procurement under the guidance of the Buyer.

Order Management

• Prepare and track procurement orders to ensure timely delivery in line with service level agreements and purchase plans.

• Monitor in-transit inventory to ensure smooth stock movement from supplier to warehouse.

Vendor Coordination

• Support the Buyer in maintaining strong supplier relationships to ensure timely, cost-effective, and compliant deliveries.

• Follow up on supplier performance, delivery timelines, and contractual adherence.

Store & Visual Merchandising

• Conduct store visits to monitor product displays and gather insights on product performance.

• Visit competitor stores for benchmarking and trend inspiration.

• Track stock levels and weeks of cover, raising alerts when stock adjustments are needed.

• Collaborate with store staff to collect feedback on customer preferences and product performance.

Market & Competition Awareness

• Stay updated on fashion trends and evolving customer preferences in local and international markets.

• Track competitor activities, product offerings, and pricing strategies to support informed buying decisions.

Desired Experience

• Minimum 2 years of experience in retail or merchandising, preferably within a fashion or lifestyle brand.

• Proficient in MS Excel, PowerPoint, and basic ERP systems.

• Understanding of product strategy, vendor coordination, range planning, and trend analysis.

• Familiarity with market research, sales data interpretation, and forecasting techniques.

• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion, Retail Management, or a related field from a recognized institution.

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