Footwear Buyer

2 weeks ago

Bellville, Western Cape, South Africa Job Crystal Full time
This role is located in Bellville, Cape Town.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES, NOT LIMITED TO:

  • To achieve and exceed the Company's inflow margin and GP Rands as signed off at the seasonal business plan meetings.
  • To influence, drive and execute the seasonal product and purchasing strategy.
  • To be responsible for researching, understanding and executing the relevant seasonal trends in line with the target market.
  • To build a competitive product range according to the purchasing strategy.
  • To source & select the correct supplier for the appropriate product category and manage them according to the Company policies and procedures.
  • To ensure the timeous execution of procurement administration to meet the target dates in the critical path of the supply chain.
  • To source and procure products within the agreed quality specifications & standards.
  • To ensure compliance with agreed quality specifications & standards.
  • To develop and influence crossfunctional partnerships with all specified key relationships

REQUIREMENTS:

  • A Grade 12 certificate or equivalent is an essential requirement.
  • A minimum of 3 years proven retail experience in footwear buying/procurement or experience within footwear manufacturing environment is essential.
  • A diploma or bachelor's degree in the related field will be advantageous,
  • A comprehensive knowledge and understanding of footwear constructions and materials is an important requirement.
  • A working knowledge of the latest Google packages (Slides & Sheets) is required.

Personal Competencies:

  • Be passionate about keeping up to date with the latest trends.
  • Must be able to travel internationally.
  • Is able to build and maintain mutually beneficial relationships with suppliers.
  • Is innovative, shows initiative and has a strong trader mentality.
  • Have strong problemsolving and decisionmaking abilities.
  • Have excellent relationshipbuilding and networking skills.
  • Is able to communicate effectively at all levels both within, as well as outside the company.
  • Is a strong negotiator and is able to secure winwin agreements with others.
  • Is able to be assertive and is focused on achieving deadlines.
  • Is able to remain flexible, function under pressure and maintain a positive attitude and work performance in a variety of circumstances.
  • Have excellent time management, organizing skills, administrative skills and presentation skills.
  • Has a strong sense of integrity, and is honest and ethical in everything they do.

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