Requirements
The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in business, Retail Management, or Fashion Merchandising, with a minimum of 4-6 years of buying/procurement experience in retail, preferably within luxury hospitality or premium lifestyle brands. Strong negotiation, vendor management, and financial planning skills are essential, along with experience in OTB management, category planning, and inventory optimization. Familiarity with AI tools and emerging retail technologies is a plus, as is knowledge of the UAE/GCC market.
Description
Job DescriptionAbout Wynn Al Marjan Island:Wynn Al Marjan Island will be the first integrated resort in the UAE. Set to open in 2027, the resort will be located 50 miles from Dubai International Airport in the emirate of Ras Al Khaimah. The resort will offer 1,530 rooms and suites, 22 restaurants, lounges, and bars, a theater, and a beach club. It will feature multiple swimming and wading pools, a five-star spa, a salon, a shopping promenade, and a celebrations and events center.About The PositionWynn Al Marjan Island is looking for a skilled Buyer to join our Retail team.ResponsibilitiesThe primary duties and responsibilities of this role are: Research, identify and source premium and luxury products across multiple categories suitable for a 5-star resort clientele. Build and maintain strong relationships with local and international suppliers. Negotiate pricing, payment terms, margins, and exclusivity agreements to maximize profitability Ensure all goods are priced appropriately for the luxury resort market. Monitor sell-through rates, manage markdowns, and protect gross margins across all store categories. Ensure fast-moving items are replenished promptly, and slow movers are addressed proactively. Collaborate with store operations to develop planograms, fixture allocations and visual merchandising standards for each retail location. Coordinate the vendor registration process Stay ahead of consumer trends, conduct competitive analysis to keep the product offering fresh, relevant and aligned with guest preferences. Generate regular sales performance reports, category analysis and buying recommendations for management review. Work closely with Retail Operations, Loss Prevention, Warehouse and Marketing teams to ensure seamless product flow from purchase order to sales floor. Conduct regular store visits to assess product presentation, identify gaps and gather feedback from the store team on product performance and guest preferences. About You Bachelor's degree in business, Retail Management, Fashion Merchandising or a related field Minimum 4–6 years of buying/procurement experience in retail, preferably within luxury hospitality, resort retail, or premium lifestyle brands Strong negotiation, vendor management and financial planning skills Experience with OTB management, category planning and inventory optimization Knowledge of and willingness to adapt to AI tools and emerging retail technologies to improve productivity, reporting and buying processes Knowledge of the UAE/GCC market and consumer preferences is a strong advantage Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint) Excellent communication and organizational skills About Wynn Al Marjan Island's BenefitsWe offer an attractive salary, paid in Dirhams (AED), the local currency of the UAE. In addition, we offer an excellent leave policy, a healthcare package, incentive programs, and other colleague benefits . The result is a package that makes this role highly attractive to outstanding applicant s seeking a career with Wynn Resorts, among the most renowned and celebrated brands in the global hospitality industry.