Assistant Buyer Full Time

Assistant Buyer jobs in Dubai are highly competitive within the sportswear and retail sector. adidas is seeking talented professionals experienced in retail ERP software, SAP Retail module, Oracle Retail Cloud, inventory management systems, demand forecasting software, and vendor management platforms. Candidates with expertise in merchandise planning, category management, procurement coordination, supply chain analytics, and eCommerce stock optimization tools will contribute to data-driven buying strategies and commercial growth across the UAE market.

Key Responsibilities

• Execution of tactical buying process within a defined lower threshold
• Conduct e-Sourcing events in Ariba Sourcing
• Initiate order signature process and follow-up on distribution to supplier
• Approve/modify/Reject POs related to Tactical Buying
• Based on Category Director and manager guidance, execute RfQs, for potential catalog items including contracting based on standard contract templates
• Support automated buying channel introductions by facilitating the interaction between suppliers and Content Specialists
• Ensure compliance throughout the entire process

Key Relationships

• GBS NTP
• NTP Management
• Market NTP Teams in EM
• Procurement Excellence
• Category Managers

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Ability to read, write and communicate in English
• Knowledge of sourcing strategies, approaches, and methods
• Knowledge of contract management, compliance management, and analytics
• Good ability to analyze specifications and influence demand
• Communication skills and the capability to independently interact with different stakeholders
• Action-oriented and solution-minded team player with a high degree of self-management
• Pro-active mindset in terms of identifying opportunities to drive automation
• Curious and growth mindset; keen to learn and approach subjects outside of comfort zone, look beyond the obvious
• Experience in a Shared Service environment or similar is a plus
• Experience with SAP Ariba Sourcing is an advantage

Requisite Education And Experience / Minimum Qualifications

• A bachelor’s or master’s degree with an emphasis on the areas of business, economics, finance, procurement or legal, or comparable professional education
• General business experience, preferably in the Procurement area (low to mid-level spend) in a middle sized or large organization
• Basic experience within supplier selection, negotiation, and contracting area is obligatory.

A role as an Assistant Buyer at adidas in Dubai offers exposure to advanced retail analytics software, automated replenishment systems, supplier performance dashboards, and omnichannel inventory management platforms.