International Negotiator - Droguerie, Parfumerie, Hygiène

Job Description

The International Negotiator is responsible for standardizing the sourcing strategy within respective country and implementing the best practices. Furthermore, the role holder is responsible for negotiating trading terms with the different Vendors. Also, he/she is responsible for developing regional and international business relationships with brands and implementing international sourcing standards within respective country.

Role Details – Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

Sourcing Strategy
Contribute to the development and implementation of effective strategies for merchandising and sourcing goods
Support the standardization of the sourcing strategy across respective country by implementing best practices
Liaise with international merchandise team on daily matters
Tender and Negotiation
Apply the negotiation and tender development ensuring alignment with the organization's objectives
Review the cost scenario analysis and benchmarking reports to develop negotiation strategies when required
Vendor Relationships
Review identified suppliers and support the development of partnerships, when applicable
Contribute in the development supplier relationship strategy for existing and new suppliers
Build sustainable relationship with suppliers and vendors in order to ensure contractual obligations are fulfilled
Sourcing Optimization
Identify potential suppliers and negotiate Majid Al Futtaim International Trade Agreement
Develop a country plan for events (promotions), which supports respective category strategy to ensure growth, customer satisfaction and increased profitability
Coordination with Internal Stakeholders
Ensure and facilitate synergies with internal functions to better understand the needs of MAF Retail
Review the key trends in consumer retail and provide inputs, when required
Ensure collaboration with key stakeholders to ensure clarity of the specifications and expectations of the sourcing function
Data Monetization
Manage the data sharing and Monetization to CPG’s & Vendors
Track the revenue collection to reach the set targets
Assets
Manage supplier data base and maintaining supplier files up to date
Attend trade fairs to keep up-to-date market trend
Support Majid Al Futtaim Retail countries with problem solving
Provide accurate information to all internal stakeholders
Develop and propose international and national contract templates in order to standardize terms and conditions within Majid Al Futtaim Retail for suppliers
Human Capital Responsibilities
Proactively identify and seek professional development opportunities to improve leadership and technical skills pertaining to the direct line of work 
Apply and follow MAFR’s Human Capital corporate policies and relevant procedures and instructions 
Provide feedback to colleagues, when required  
Financial Responsibilities
Monitor allocated budget to ensure compliance and take corrective measures when necessary
Provide inputs on the development of annual budget
Develop necessary measures towards continuous reduction of the operational cost