Buyer Miladys

3 days ago


Durban, South Africa Mr Price Group Full time

**purpose**

Are you ambitious, driven, have high energy levels and extremely passionate about fashion? A fantastic opportunity is available to join the Miladys division which is part of the Mr Price Group Ltd. Miladys is currently recruiting for a Buyer for our Athleisure department. Reporting into a Buying Manager, the core objectives would be to build a balanced assortment of merchandise which appeals to our customer and ensures maximum profit for your portfolio.

**key responsibilities**

The Merchandise Buyer forms part of a team which includes a Planner, a Buyers Assistant and an Allocator. Your role within the team is to source the best merchandise at the best price, which is aligned to the company's strategy and your customers' preference. You work closely with the Merchandise Planner to build the product strategy for the season. The product strategy is determined by your analysis of past product history, competitors’ product and the latest fashion trends. You will then use your excellent negotiation skills to secure your merchandise with your supplier at the best price, delivery date and quality. Your role will also include collaborating with other key functional areas which would include trend and design, quality, product development, resourcing, marketing, visual merchandising and supply chain to enable you to meet your portfolio objectives.

**requirements**
- 3-5 years of Buying experience, we would also prefer someone with extensive knowledge of Athleisure or ladieswear**about us**

MILADYS takes pride in knowing an understanding just what their customers need. Milady's strives to inspire women to look and feel wonderful with a product offering of comfortable, flattering women’s fashion including clothing, footwear, intimatewear, cosmetics and accessories.

MILADYS people are confident, creative and energetic. Partner this with a natural ability to build relationships and a passion for retail, and you would make a great fit for the exciting and dynamic world of fashion.

The People’s Value Champion | Cash-Based | Omni-Channel | Fashion-Value Retailer
The Mr Price Group retails in more than 1400 stores in sub-Saharan Africa and parts of Africa through our 8-trading divisions Mr Price, Mr Price Home, Mr Price Sport, Mr Price Money, MILADYS, sheet street, Power Fashion and Yuppiechef
Mr Price Group is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to Employment Equity.


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