Assistant Buyer: A well-established company within the Fashion industry based in Stellenbosch is looking to employ an Assistant Buyer.

Responsibilities (but not limited to): ? Purchases: - Identifying and finding suitable fabrics for design(s) and/or official branding - Identifying the appropriate method for placing design(s) and/or official branding on clothing, promotional items and similar products - Considering and executing requests strictly according to the guidelines and policies, as well as the Corporate Guide - Sourcing suitable suppliers - Maintaining good working relationships - Negotiating purchase prices - Ensuring timeous deliveries of suppliers as agreed in writing beforehand ? Orders: - Receiving and processing orders from internal clients - Preparing product specifications based on needs assessment and compliance - Obtaining quotes from suppliers, where applicable, as prescribed by the Purchasing Policy - Placing and confirming orders with external suppliers ? Administration: - Generating stock codes for clothing and promotional items, etc., purchased from the retail software system - Generating quotes for internal customers against the stock codes ? Quality control: - Ensuring that delivered products meet the requirements and specifications of orders ? Customer service.

Requirements: ? A Diploma in Fashion Design and Technology (NQF Level 6), or a similar relevant qualification ? Proven experience of fabrics and the appropriate branding application ? Proven working and buying experience of clothing in a retail environment ? Experience of quality control systems in the retail market ? Excellent computer skills ? Excellent communication and interpersonal skills ? Excellent planning and organisational skills ? Ability to work effectively under pressure and to keep to deadlines ? Detail orientated ? Excellent conflict management skills ? Good problem-solving skills ? High level of integrity and confidentiality ? Providing excellent customer service to internal and external stakeholders ? Results driven ? Self-motivated ? IQ Retail system training and / or experience (Advantageous)