Store Buyer

6 months ago


Durban, South Africa Armstrong Appointments Full time

Bluff Durban
- Posted 6 hours ago

**Main job function**

A replenishment buyer is a professional responsible for managing stock levels and ensuring that products are consistently available to meet customer demand. The primary goal of a replenishment buyer is to optimize stock levels, minimize stockouts, and avoid overstock situations.

**Duties**:

- Responsible for Analyzing sales data, inventory levels, and forecasts to determine replenishment needs.
- Placing purchase orders with suppliers based on replenishment requirements.
- Monitoring inventory levels and adjusting orders as necessary to prevent stockouts and overstock situations.
- Negotiating pricing, terms, and delivery schedules with suppliers to optimize costs and ensure timely deliveries.
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams including merchandising, logistics and store operations to coordinate replenishment efforts.
- Train & mentor support staff as and when necessary.
- Maintain accurate records of purchases, inventory levels and supplier agreements.
- Analyse product performance and adjust replenish strategies as needed.

**Qualifications and criteria**

**Minimum Requirements**:

- Matric certificate
- Relevant Qualification
- A working knowledge of the latest Microsoft packages (Word, Excel, and Power Point & Outlook)
- Minimum of 5 years retail buying experience within a Supermarket environment
- Excellent stock and product knowledge
- Ability to work under pressure.


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