Director - Buying - FMCG

Director - Buying

Key Responsibilities:

- Own the sourcing and buying strategy for the FMCG - Non-Foods category

- Identify, onboard, and manage key vendors and national/regional brands

- Negotiate TOTs, JBPs, and optimize supplier performance and terms

- Ensure consistent availability, pricing, assortment, and stock health

- Drive private label opportunities where relevant

- Leverage data analytics to make informed buying and pricing decisions

- Coordinate with supply chain, quality, demand planning, and finance teams

- Understand category trends and consumer preferences to shape the assortment

- Maintain compliance with regulatory and internal audit requirements

- Analyze competition and implement strategies to stay price- and range-competitive

Required Skills & Qualifications:

-10+ years of experience in buying, sourcing, or category management in FMCG - Non-Foods

- Strong commercial acumen with a proven ability to negotiate and manage vendor relationships

- Experience handling national and regional FMCG brands (personal care, hygiene, home essentials, etc.)

- Proven ability to manage assortment, inventory turns, and margin optimization

- Familiarity with private label development is a plus

- Experience working in e-commerce, modern trade, or FMCG setups

- Excellent communication, cross-functional collaboration, and analytical skills

- Proficiency in Excel, ERP platforms, and business analytics tools.