Purchaser- Cookware

**Job Title: Purchaser for Cookware**

**Location:UAE**

**Overview**: We are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Purchaser to join our team specializing in cookware. The Purchaser will be responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing cookware products to ensure our inventory meets the needs of our customers and internal stakeholders. This role requires a keen understanding of cookware trends, quality standards, and supplier management.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Researching and identifying suppliers of cookware products that meet our quality standards and pricing requirements.
- Negotiating prices, terms, and contracts with suppliers to achieve the best possible deals.
- Monitoring inventory levels and forecasting demand to ensure adequate stock availability.
- Evaluating supplier performance and maintaining strong supplier relationships.
- Collaborating with the sales team and other departments to understand cookware requirements and preferences.
- Keeping updated on industry trends, new products, and innovations in cookware.
- Managing the procurement process from order placement to delivery and ensuring timely fulfillment.
- Resolving issues related to purchase orders, deliveries, and quality discrepancies.

**Qualifications**:

- Proven experience as a Purchaser or Buyer in the cookware industry or a related field.
- Deep understanding of cookware products, materials, and manufacturing processes.
- Strong negotiation skills and the ability to build and maintain effective supplier relationships.
- Excellent analytical and decision-making abilities.
- Proficiency in procurement software and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field (preferred).
- Certification in Purchasing or Supply Chain Management (desired).

**Experience**:

- Purchaser: 2 years (preferred)
- Cookware: 1 year (preferred)