02 sep
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LaTeam Partners
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Colombia
02 sep
LaTeam Partners
Colombia
Work Model: 100% On-site, with availability to travel within and outside Colombia
Employment Type: Direct hire with the company
U.S. Visa: Required
About the Company
Continente S.A.S. is a Colombian company with over 70 years of experience, dedicated to the import, commercialization, and distribution of products across categories such as toys, home, and technology. Founded in 1953, the company has become a key player in the national retail market, representing globally recognized brands such as LEGO® in Colombia. Additionally, it has a strong portfolio of owned and acquired brands, including ToySmart, a nationwide toy retail chain, and Pepe Ganga, one of the most recognized brands in the children’s and home segments in the country.
About the Role
The Senior Buyer will be responsible for defining, negotiating, and executing the purchasing strategy for the toys category, maximizing sales, margin, and inventory turnover, while aligning with integral trends, licensing opportunities, and consumer behavior.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, International Business, Industrial Engineering, or related fields
- 5–10+ years of experience in purchasing, ideally in toys, entertainment/licensing, consumer goods, or retail
- Experience managing suppliers and large product portfolios (+500 SKUs)
- Experience attending international trade shows
- English proficiency required (C1 or above)
- Advanced Excel skills
- Availability to travel
Key Responsibilities
- Define product assortment by category
- Analyze and manage sell-through, inventory turnover, gross margin, and demand forecasting
- Negotiate costs, exclusivity agreements, licenses, and new brands
- Manage inventory and Open-to-Buy (OTB)
- Coordinate cross-functionally with Sales, Marketing, Supply Chain, and Retail/sales channels
- Maintain and manage supplier relationships
📌 Senior Buyer (Colombia)
🏢 LaTeam Partners
📍 Colombia