Junior Buyer - Retail (Must have a university degree) - AA/EE - CAPE TOWN

SUMMARY:

• Bachelor’s degree (Business Science or Commerce degree preferable)
• 2 years related Retail / Commerce experience 
• Strong product and buying planning skills

POSITION INFO:

Key responsibilities will include:

• Support the Department Manager to drive an aligned category strategy 
• Execute on the department strategy/ tactical plan with the direction of the department manager & Division Manager
• Plan to develop and drive growth across the department in sales, brands, suppliers and new product listings
• Source and prioritize new brands and suppliers according to this growth plan and in line with market trends and consumer demand 
• Deliver against key financial and service level performance indicators within the department (sales, margin, listings availability, stock cover etc.)
• Support in managing and developing supplier relationships, negotiate good prices, improve trading terms and manage suppliers according to strict SLAs
• Manage the approved promotional programme, source great product and manage site merchandising for the department
• Support the operations team in delivering a world-class customer experience – monitor department returns, support the customer service team on product queries and resolving any customer complaints
• Manage stock and availability (including replenishment orders, stock cover)
• Deliver on customer experience within the department (ensuring products are delivered on time, supplier terms are aligned, product quality is managed etc.)

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree (Business Science or Commerce degree preferable)
• 2 years related Retail / Commerce experience 
• Strong product and buying planning skills
• Ability to manage priorities according to clear prioritization and structured planning
• Ability to build lasting supplier relationships and manage according to SLAs (existing industry networks a plus)
• Strong commercial acumen
• Retail buying/e-commerce experience preferable but not an absolute requirement
• Existing industry networks a significant plus
• Proven track record of negotiation skills and strong relationship management

If you are a match for this position, please REPLY with your CV (updated & detailed) and your current CTC salary per month to priscilla@------

While we would really like to respond to every application, should you not hear back from us within 14 days please consider your application for this particular position unsuccessful.

 

 

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