Category Buyer Associate

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DKI Jakarta, Gambir, DKI Jakarta
In-Office
3-5 Annually
Mid level
Fintech • Logistics • Mobile • Payments • Software • Transportation
The Role
Manage Fresh & Frozen product category, including sourcing, supplier management, pricing, and category development to drive sales growth and ensure compliance with safety standards.
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Company Description

About Grab and Our Workplace

Grab is Southeast Asia's leading Superapp. From getting your favourite meals delivered to helping you manage your finances and getting around town hassle-free, we've got your back with everything. In Grab, purpose gives us joy and habits build excellence, while harnessing the power of Technology and AI to deliver the mission of driving Southeast Asia forward by economically empowering everyone, with heart, hunger, honour, and humility.

Job Description

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Get to Know the Team

At GrabMart Kilat, we're not just building the fastest-growing instant commerce platform — we're building a team that's passionate, driven, and full of energy. As an important vertical under GrabMart ID, we specialize in delivering daily essentials, groceries, and FMCG products to customers in under 30 minutes — and we do it with a whole lot of heart. You'll be part of a dynamic team that believes in ownership, positivity, and growth. You will report to the Manager.

Get to Know the Role

We are looking for an experienced Retail Buyer to manage the Fresh & Frozen product category in our quick-commerce retail business. You will be responsible for product sourcing, supplier management, pricing strategies, category development, and increasing sales growth through strategic product selection and promotions. You will be based in our Jakarta office.

The Critical Tasks You Will Perform

  • Develop merchandising strategies for Fresh & Frozen categories that align with Grab's goals, customer preferences, and market trends.
  • Identify, source, and negotiate with suppliers to secure competitive pricing, high-quality products, reliable supply, and compliance with food safety standards.
  • Analyze sales data, market demand, and customer behavior to increase product assortment, inventory management, and category performance.
  • Manage vendor relationships through performance evaluations, compliance monitoring, and joint business planning.
  • Coordinate with supply chain, operations, marketing, and strategic planning teams to ensure the delivery, proper handling, and execution of promotional campaigns and product launches.

Qualifications

What Essential Skills You Will Need

  • Bachelor's degree with a minimum 3–5 years of experiences in retail buying or merchandising, specifically in Fresh & Frozen categories (Modern Trade or Supermarket/Hypermarket environment)
  • Demonstrated proficiency in securing deals, commercial analysis, and partner management.
  • Experience with retail business including perishable product handling, quality standards, and best sourcing practices
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Spreadsheets.

Additional Information

Life at Grab

We care about your well-being at Grab, here are some of the global benefits we offer:

  • We have your back with Term Life Insurance and comprehensive Medical Insurance.
  • With GrabFlex, create a benefits package that suits your needs and aspirations.
  • Celebrate moments that matter in life with loved ones through Parental and Birthday leave, and give back to your communities through Love-all-Serve-all (LASA) volunteering leave
  • We have a confidential Grabber Assistance Programme to guide and uplift you and your loved ones through life's challenges.
  • Balancing personal commitments and life's demands are made easier with our FlexWork arrangements such as differentiated hours

What We Stand For At Grab

We are committed to building an inclusive and equitable workplace that provides equal opportunity for Grabbers to grow and perform at their best. We consider all candidates fairly and equally regardless of nationality, ethnicity, race, religion, age, gender, family commitments, physical and mental impairments or disabilities, and other attributes that make them unique.

Top Skills

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Spreadsheets
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The Company
HQ: Seattle, WA
11,185 Employees
Year Founded: 2016

What We Do

Grab is more than just the leading ride-hailing and mobile payments platform in Southeast Asia.

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