Junior Buyer - Sports
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About This Role
About Namshi
Namshi is the Middle East’s leading online destination for fashion and lifestyle, offering a wide selection of global and regional brands across women, men, kids, and sports.
Since 2011, we’ve been redefining style in the region—championing individuality, self-expression, and a new generation of fashion-forward consumers.
Part of the noon Group, Namshi is fast-paced, bold, and constantly evolving—just like our customers.
What You’ll Do
We’re looking for a
Junior Buyer – Sports
to support the growth of our Sports category across both Outright and Marketplace models.
This role is ideal for someone early in their buying career who is passionate about sportswear, sneakers, and athleisure, and eager to develop strong commercial and analytical skills.
Buying & Category Support
- Support end-to-end buying for the Sports category (apparel, footwear, accessories)
- Assist in assortment planning, pricing, and inventory management aligned with business targets
- Track seasonal trends in sportswear, athleisure, and sneaker culture
- Support in-season trading to drive sell-through and reduce markdowns
Brand & Seller Management
- Assist in managing relationships with sports brands, distributors, and marketplace sellers
- Support onboarding of new brands and expansion of existing partnerships
- Coordinate with partners on product launches, exclusives, and campaigns
Marketplace Operations
- Monitor seller performance across selection, pricing, and availability
- Ensure product content quality and adherence to Namshi standards
- Support sellers in improving KPIs such as GMV, conversion, and stock availability
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Work closely with marketing, content, supply chain, and operations teams
- Support execution of campaigns, launches, and promotions for sports brands
- Coordinate internally to ensure smooth go-to-market execution
Data & Performance Tracking
- Analyze sales, trends, and customer behavior to support buying decisions
- Track category performance and highlight risks/opportunities
- Prepare reports and dashboards for weekly and seasonal reviews
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Fashion, Retail, or a related field
- 1–3 years of experience in buying, merchandising, or category support
- Exposure to sportswear, sneakers, or active lifestyle categories is a strong plus
- E-commerce or retail experience preferred
Required Skills
- Strong interest in sportswear, fitness, and sneaker culture
- Good understanding of retail metrics (sell-through, margin, stock turn, etc.)
- Strong analytical mindset with attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
- Strong communication and stakeholder coordination skills
- Who Will Excel?
- You’re commercially curious and passionate about sports and trends
- You’re proactive, hands-on, and eager to learn
- You thrive in fast-paced, high-growth environments
- You take ownership and are comfortable working with data
- You bring energy, creativity, and a strong team mindset
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