Lead Buyer - Hospitality Industry

A leading hospitality group in Qatar is seeking an accomplished Lead Buyer to join its dynamic retail and merchandising division. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping the organization’s merchandise strategy, overseeing product planning, sourcing, and buying for multiple retail outlets across the group’s portfolio. This position requires a results-driven professional with strong analytical and commercial acumen, capable of driving product performance, optimizing inventory levels, and identifying new market opportunities. The role offers the chance to work in a creative and fast-paced environment that blends culture, art, and hospitality into exceptional customer experiences. Key Responsibilities :

Develop and implement merchandise plans aligned with the organization’s retail and

brand strategies. Conduct detailed data analysis and forecasting to anticipate product demand, manage

stock levels, and drive buying decisions. Monitor sales trends, supplier performance, and inventory turnover to ensure optimal

product mix and profitability. Support pricing and promotional strategies by analyzing market data, competition,

historical performance. Collaborate closely with the Head of Retail & Merchandise Planning on budgeting,

forecasting, and range planning. Manage end-to-end procurement processes — from purchase requests and supplier

negotiations to order tracking and approvals. Maintain strong relationships with suppliers, ensuring timely deliveries, competitive

pricing, and high-quality standards. Liaise with logistics and retail operations to ensure seamless product flow and

availability across all outlets. Provide analytical reports and insights to enhance sales performance and stock

efficiency. Recommend process improvements and contribute to merchandising strategy refinement. Stay up to date with retail and hospitality trends through market research, trade fairs, and competitor analysis.

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