Supply Chain Optimization Expert

4 days ago


Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Superbalist Full time

About Our Mission

At Superbalist, our mission is to provide an exceptional customer experience through innovative retail practices and data-driven decision-making. We're committed to being customer-led, data-backed, and fashion-forward.

Job Overview:

We're seeking a Senior Buyer to join our team, responsible for sourcing and maintaining suppliers for various portfolios within a category. This role involves driving growth across sales, brands, suppliers, and new product listings, while meeting profitability targets.

Main Responsibilities:

  • Supplier Relationship Management: Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, negotiating prices and improving trading terms.
  • Growth Strategy Development: Create a comprehensive growth strategy to drive departmental growth in sales, brands, suppliers, and new product listings.
  • Performance Metrics Monitoring: Monitor and report on key performance metrics, including sales, margin, listings availability, stock cover, and supplier relationships.
  • Promotional Program Development: Source great deals and manage site merchandising for the department.

Requirements:

  • Education: A Bachelor's degree (Business Science/B.Com/Bsc) is required, with a commercial postgraduate qualification advantageous.
  • Experience: At least 8 years of retail experience, with 5+ years as a Buyer/Senior Buyer.
  • Skills: Strong analytical ability, negotiation skills, entrepreneurial mindset, solutions-oriented attitude, and excellent communication skills.


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