Please note that should you not meet minimum requirements, your application will be automatically rejected.
Position: Retail Buyer
Salary: Basic: R6 0000.00 – R7 000.00 + Incentive
Location: Meadow dale, Edenvale
Working hours
? Retail Hours
Qualifications & Requirements:
? Minimum of 5 years buying experience
? Valid Driver’s License
? Own Car
? No Criminal Record
Responsibilities
Throughout the year, responsibilities involve:
? Able to make decisive decisions
? Analysing consumer buying patterns and predicting future trends;
? Regularly reviewing performance indicators, such as sales and discount levels;
? Managing plans for stock levels;
? Reacting to changes in demand and logistics;
? Meeting suppliers and negotiating terms of contract;
? Maintaining relationships with existing suppliers and sourcing new suppliers for future products;
? Liaising with other departments within the organisation to ensure projects are completed;
? Writing reports and forecasting sales levels;
? Presenting new ranges to senior retail managers;
? Liaising with shop personnel to ensure supply meets demand;
Skills
You will need to show evidence of the following:
? Must have previous experience purchasing from Auctions
? Must be a wheeler and Dealer
? Strong analytical skills;
? Negotiating skills and the ability to network and influence people;
? Team working and interpersonal skills;
? Excellent communication skills;
? Numeracy skills and proficiency using IT;
? Good organisation skills and the ability to multitask;
? The ability to cope with the pressure of having to make important decisions and meet tight deadlines;
? The capability to work in a fast-paced environment and achieve targets;
? Drive and determination;
? Entrepreneurial spirit and a willingness to take risks;
? Commercial awareness;
? Leadership attributes;
? Creative flair;
? Confident presentation style;
? A passion for retail.