Junior Buyer at Emirates Leisure Retail (ELR) Tanzania

Role Purpose
The Junior Buyer plays a key
role in sourcing and procuring products for duty-free retail and F&B
outlets at ZNZ, with a focus on enhancing product assortment,
availability, and visual appeal. This role builds strong relationships
with global and local suppliers—especially championing local brands—to
drive sales, elevate the customer experience, and ensure relevance for
regional travelers. Based in Zanzibar, the position bridges local
operations with Head Office strategy, contributing to the store’s
overall commercial success.
 
Key Accountabilities:
Buying & Merchandising

• Act as the primary buying contact at ZNZ, coordinating with Head Office and local teams.
• Support buying plans across key categories and represent the department during Buyer absences.
• Source and introduce locally relevant products aligned with customer needs and brand strategy.
• Collaborate with Visual Merchandising to ensure brand consistency and local relevance.

Supplier Management

• Build and manage relationships with local and international suppliers.
• Handle daily communication, support negotiations, and ensure compliance with procurement policies.
• Maintain accurate supplier data, price lists, and assist with trade agreements.

Product & Inventory Management

• Manage item setup, range plans, and forecasting tools.
• Coordinate with Supply Chain, IT, and Inventory teams to ensure timely product availability.
• Monitor sales, stock ageing, and expiries; recommend reorders or markdowns.
• Analyse trends and performance to support stock and assortment planning.
• Raise purchase orders and follow through on delivery timelines.

Pricing & POS

• Conduct price benchmarking and maintain competitive pricing.
• Ensure accurate POS pricing and timely updates in collaboration with IT and Retail Ops.

Required Skills, Experience & Qualification

• Minimum 2 to 3 years of relevant experience in retail buying, ideally within travel retail or duty-free settings.
• Proven experience collaborating with both global and local suppliers.
• Strong relationship management and stakeholder influencing skills.

Preferred Skills, Experience & Qualification

• Certificate, diploma, or bachelor’s degree in business administration, Supply Chain, Retail Management, or a related field
• Fluent in English, with working knowledge of Arabic and Swahili preferred
• Proficient in MS Office with advanced computer skills

 
Why Join Us
Be part of a world-class travel
retail experience at Zanzibar’s international terminal. As a Junior
Buyer, you’ll help shape product assortments, champion local brands, and
collaborate with global suppliers — all while growing your career with a
leading retail and F&B operator. Join us in delivering exceptional
customer experiences and bringing Zanzibari culture to life.
How to Apply:
This is Full-time Job, To submit your application, please follow the link provided below.