Retail Buyer

3 days ago


Johannesburg, South Africa Pollock and Associates Full time

Retail Buyer Retail

Johannesburg North, Johannesburg - Gauteng - South Africa

Reporting to the Operations General Manager you will be responsible for the development of a Buying Plan and supplier base to support the merchandise strategy. Development of seasonal offerings and merchandise programmes. Negotiate with the supplier in terms of the cost of the product, payment terms, quality, packaging and deliveries. Conducting current and future forecasting analysis, ensuring forecasting processes and methods are followed. Assemble and analyze all data pertinent to creating the sales forecast (historical sales, market trends, seasonality and promotions).

Essential Qualifications, Experience and Skills:

- Related Diploma or Degree
- Minimum 7 to 8 years of retail experience
- With a minimum of 3 years in leading & managing retail sales teams
- Multinational experience essential
- Experience gained within a matrix management reporting structure
- Luxury brand experience
- Product Management expertise
- Familiar with merchandising guidelines
- Strong commercial acumen combined with good marketing skills.
- The role requires frequent domestic and occasional international travel
- MS Office

Key Results Area:

- Buying Management
- Product Management
- Portfolio Management
- Assortment Management
- Retailer sales and data analysis
- Operations
- Sales Performance by Store against Annual Target


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