Buyer - Johannesburg Verfied

Salary Negotiable Johannesburg, Gauteng Johannesburg, Gauteng more than 14 days ago 10-04-2018 3:03:10 PM
03-05-2018 11:49:32 AM
Amazing position available for a BUYER in Johannesburg. We are seeking a well-spoken, fashion-fundi, outgoing persona and energetic person to apply for this role. The company, brand and specific location (in Joburg) will only be disclosed during interview process.

Please ensure you comply with ALL the below requirements before applying for the position:

POSITION OBJECTIVE
• Plan and select the range, type, quality and quantity of merchandise according to customer demand, trends, store policies and set prices and sell through targets in conjunction with the Brand Manager/GM to ensure they are in line with the budget
• Carry out buying activities in-line with the brand buying plans
• Maintain profitable relationships with existing suppliers and monitor the adherence to the contract terms

Key Responsibilities:

• Drive the seasonal strategies in line with the brand positioning to formulate Gross Margin Plan
• Develop a fine tuned assortment and investment plan
• Create the sourcing development plan and action the critical path to deliver timely
• Negotiate with new suppliers on product pricing, payment terms, cost of freight, provision of training, and the extent of their involvement in advertising and promotions, to decide on placing a purchase order with the supplier for the concerned product
• Deliver the seasonal business strategy by monitoring and impacting the critical path, range building and product selection
• Prepare and manage the buying calendar
• Formulate seasonal product focus plan with Marketing and VM to drive key product initiatives
• Focus on holding current business and build new categories
• Conducting customer focus groups and competitive shopping
• Analysis and reporting of weekly sales performance at style, range, category and business unit level against range plan. Take in season action to revise production flows and maximize sales
• Implement the buying calendar for timely seasonal analysis and range build
• Perform regular competitor surveys to identify product gaps, influence lessons learnt and range plans
• Manage range and product hierarchy and create the seasonal phasing plan
• Responsible for the ‘The Look’ for the season. Influence product selection, in-store VM as per guidelines and layout planning
• Keep abreast of market trends and awareness of competitor activities
• Manage the product training of staff to ensure up-to-date knowledge. Prepare regular trends training and deliver to the business units
• Review buying feedback reports and provide recommendations to General Manager as to buying strategy for a respective brand/collection

Experience required:
• Must have Matric and a Graduate / Diploma in Retail Management / Fashion Technology / Footwear Designing & Technology
• 9 to 12 years’ working experience in a Retail Environment, preferably fashion
• Must have an excellent track record working in the retail footwear/ apparel industry
• Excellent Microsoft Office skills
• Excellent communication skills, must be fluent in English
• Must have a valid South African Drivers Licence and your own reliable vehicle
• Must be willing to work weekend, public holidays and overtime

Competencies/Attitudes:
Attention to Detail
Accurate and Numerate
Team Player
Positive Attitude
Able to work under Pressure/meet deadlines

Salary: Excellent package - highly negotiable depending on experience
Start: ASAP

To apply for the Buyer, Johannesburg, International Retail Brand, please send CV and recent photo.