Job Details
Company Overview:
MakarttPro is a leading provider of professional nail products, offering a wide range of high-quality items including monomer, acrylic powders, soft gel, gel polishes, and more. With a commitment to excellence and innovation, MakarttPro serves professionals in the beauty industry by providing them with premium products to enhance their craft.
Job Description:
We are seeking an experienced Assistant Buyer to join our team, responsible for managing MakarttPro's line of professional products. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in buying, product management, merchandising, procurement, or supply chain management, with at least 1-2 years of relevant working experience.
Key Responsibilities:
Procurement and Inventory Management:
- Source and procure high-quality professional products, including monomer, acrylic powders, soft gel, gel polishes, and other related items, ensuring optimal stock levels to meet customer demand.
- Monitor inventory levels and track product performance to prevent stockouts and minimize excess inventory.
- Collaborate with suppliers to negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts to achieve cost savings and maintain product quality standards.
Product Development and Selection:
- Work closely with the Product Development team to identify new trends, innovations, and opportunities in the professional beauty industry.
- Conduct market research and analysis to understand customer preferences, competitor offerings, and industry trends, informing product selection and assortment decisions.
Sales and Profitability:
- Set sales and profit goals for the assigned product categories and develop strategies to achieve them.
- Analyze sales data, monitor product performance, and identify areas for improvement to maximize profitability.
- Implement pricing strategies, promotions, and markdowns to drive sales and optimize margins.
Cross-functional Collaboration:
- Collaborate with Marketing, Sales, and Operations teams to develop marketing campaigns, promotions, and sales initiatives to drive product awareness and increase sales.
- Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders to ensure alignment on product strategies, inventory levels, and promotional activities.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Marketing, or a related field.
- 1-2 years of experience in buying, product management, merchandising, procurement, or supply chain management, preferably in the beauty or retail industry.
- Chinese speaking ability required
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make data-driven decisions.
- Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other relevant software applications.