Buyers Assistant

2 weeks ago


Durban, South Africa Quantum Recruitment Pty Ltd Full time

**Key Performance Areas**:

- Creating of all product information for the Retail system
- Managing, creating and inputting orders
- Monitoring inventory
- Administration of stock for photography for online/ orders
- Distribution of stock to warehouse as and when required
- Maintenance of the Retail System
- Assisting Buyer by liaising with suppliers on product info and briefing
- Loading relevant reports on a weekly basis for the buying team and stores
- Maintain the sample room and showroom displays
- Liaising with marketing department on all pricing/product detail for all marketing campaigns
- General Office admin and assistance
- Assist Buyer with selection of ranges
- Working closely with suppliers and keeping track of market trends
- Liaising with suppliers with regards to the following:

- Checking on delivery schedule for the buying team
- Informing the buying team of late deliveries so that the appropriate action is taken
- Communicating with suppliers regarding short/late deliveries and taking appropriate action as directed
- Sample management - ensuring the correct samples are sent for approval in a timely manner
- Samples required for Marketing - ensure timely procurement of samples

**Requirements**:

- Diploma/ Degree in Bachelor of Consumer Science/ Retail Clothing Management/ BComm or similar
- A recent graduate with some industry experience would be advantageous
- Grade 12
- Ability to work under pressure
- Good Time Management Skills and team player
- Ability to work independently and take initiative
- Proficiency in Excel/ Word/ Office

**Salary**: Market related

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Application Question(s):

- Are you a recent fashion/ retail/ clothing graduate?
- Are you proficient in MS Office and more especially MS Excel
- Are you based in Durban presently?

**Education**:

- Bachelors (preferred)

**Experience**:

- buying/ merchandising: 1 year (preferred)
- competent MS Excel: 1 year (preferred)


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