Overview
Buyer Jobs in Phnom Penh, Cambodia at KOHNAN CAMBODIA
Title: Buyer
Company: KOHNAN CAMBODIA
Location: Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Company Profile:
Kohnan Shoji is a leading Japanese retail company specializing in home center products. Established in 1978, the company has grown significantly and reached a milestone of 600 stores as KOHNAN Group.
As a company, we are fully compliant with all labor laws and are committed to fostering growth through both Business-to-Business (B2B) and Business-to-Customer (B2C) opportunities.
In 2022, we proudly expanded internationally by opening our first stores in Cambodia, marking a new chapter in our global journey:
Kohnan Japan in Aeon Mall Sen Sok, Ground Floor
Kohnan Japan in Chip Mong 271 Mega Mall, 2nd Floor
Kohnan Japan in Aeon Mall Meanchey, Ground Floor
We are committed to continuing our expansion in Cambodia and beyond. If you’re passionate about retail, growth, and customer service, we invite you to join us and grow your career with KOHNAN!
MD_Purchaser (Buyer) Position
A. Job Responsibilities
Purchasing Strategy
-Conduct market research to analyze retail competitors and market trends.
-Gather and analyze detailed market information to support product selection and purchasing decisions.
-Identify potential suppliers and evaluate their competitiveness and reliability.
Compliance
-Ensure all purchasing transactions are transparent and compliant with company policies and legal requirements.
-Verify supplier documents and licenses to ensure compliance (e.g., copyrights, sales licenses).
-Assess the branding and marketing impact of each product.
-Maintain proper documentation and records for all purchasing activities.
Purchasing Management
-Participate in supplier negotiations and support administrative tasks related to purchasing.
-Prepare regular purchasing reports and updates for product meetings.
-Coordinate and communicate with suppliers to ensure smooth operations, invoices, and account setup.
-Collaborate with store operations teams to understand product performance and its impact on sales.
-Perform other duties assigned by the General Manager.
B. Job Requirements
-Education: Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Supply Chain, or a related field.
-At least 3 years of experience in Retail purchasing, merchandising, or Floor Manager, Marketing (Must Requirements).
-Experience in Household goods, Home Electronics, Bedding, Furniture, Leisure products (e.g., suitcases), and Home Improvement & Interior.
-Experience managing one or more of the following product categories: Pet Supplies, Car Accessories, Camping, Gardening Tools, DIY Products.
-Language: Can use English for business communication (Must Requirements)
-Willing to study mind set (Must Requirements)
-Technical Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
•Personal Qualities:
-Strong analytical and negotiation skills.
-High sense of responsibility, transparency, and trustworthiness.
-Interest in home center product categories (essential for effective market analysis).
-Ability to work effectively under a foreign supervisor and in a multicultural environment.
•Preferred: Experience working in large retail organizations.
C. Working Conditions & Benefits
•Working Hours: Mon–Fri (8:00am–5:00pm), Sat (8:00am–12:00pm); 1.5 days off per week.
•Workplace: Inside Aeon Mall Sen Sok.
•Benefits: Annual bonus & salary review 1 time per year. meal & transport allowance, overtime, seniority pay, or severance pay. Annual leave, Sick leave. Special Leave, Paternity Leave, Marriage Leave, Short term and Long-term, NSSF, etc. are following by Cambodia Labor Law. training (local/overseas), and career development opportunities.
Application: Send CV, cover letter, and certificates to [email protected]
Contact: HR Department | Tel: 081 28 66 44 / 023 986 570
