Buyer

Company Description

About us.

Sports Direct Malaysia is currently looking for Buyer to join our growing team. 

Malaysia marks the first direct retail investment in Asia through a joint venture partnership with Malaysian owned MST Golf Group of companies, a well-established golf retailer and service provider in the region. Sports Direct Malaysia currently operates a total of 38 retail stores domestically and manages a proprietary SportsDirect.com e-commerce site for domestic and regional fulfillment. Sports Direct Malaysia offers over 72 of the leading authentic global sports brands, offering the widest variety of choice and value. The company employs 1200 staff with a view to expanding rapidly across Asia in the coming years.

We have developed a new generation of stores as part of our multi channel elevation strategy, to enhance the customer experience at every step of the journey. Our focus is on presenting an unrivalled range of quality products at excellent value in a modern spacious environment. The stores are uniquely zoned by key sports categories which include; SD Football, SD Running, SD Training (fitness, cross training, gym equipment, weights, boxing, yoga), SD Rackets (badminton, tennis, squash), SD Swimming (pool, beach, water sports), SD Sports (basketball, rugby, extreme games, cycling, skates & indoor games), SD Lifestyle (Men, Women & Kids) & SD Outdoor (Hiking, trekking, camping & fishing).

Job Description

Responsibilities:               

Your responsibilities as Buyer will include but not limited to:

•    Responsible for product code creation.
•    Track sales and margin performance for assigned brands/categories.
•    Execute 3rd Party Season Buys and UK Group Brand Buys within budget and requirements.
•    Negotiate with suppliers on pricing, quantities, delivery schedules, and exclusivity deals.
•    Monitor and ensure timely delivery of stock from suppliers.
•    Review product sell-through rates and inventory levels to achieve targeted cover weeks.
•    Conduct market research and competitor analysis to stay informed about sports fashion trends.
•    Perform additional tasks as directed by your immediate superior.

Besides that, you will be given the Brand Partnership portfolio with the following responsibilities:             

•    Build and maintain positive relationships with brand partners.
•    Track and analyse brand performance using key metrics like sales, margin, contribution, and stock cover weeks.
•    Manage trade term negotiations, promotion support funds, and contract compliance.
•    Coordinate seasonal sell-in schedules and supplier meetings.
•    Collaborate with the Call-Off team to develop monthly shipment intake plans.
•    Conduct market research and competitor surveys to stay updated on sports retail trends.

Qualifications

•    Possess at least a Professional Certificate, Diploma, or Advanced Diploma in Purchasing or a related field.
•    Minimum 3 years of experience in a related field.
•    Strong supplier relationship management skills.
•    Analytical abilities with effective negotiation skills.
•    Creative, detail-oriented, and adaptable in matrix environments.
•    Experience as a Buyer or Merchandiser in a similar industry is a strong advantage.

Additional Information

An opportunity like this at Frasers Group is for the fearless.

The potential is massive, the experience unrivalled. To be able to make the most of it you need to live and breathe our principles - you will:                                        

THINK WITHOUT LIMITS - and take the team with you -

BE RELEVANT - to our people, to partners, and to the planet -

OWN IT - and back yourself