Assistant Buyer

1 week ago

Cape Town, South Africa Cape Union Mart Keedo Full time

Duties and responsibilities
Administrative support to the Keedo senior buyer
Manage a small own category buy
Responsible for product development
Communication with marketing, suppliers, DC and stores
Expediting deliveries and SLA’s with various suppliers
Follow up on fits, lab dips, prints etc.
Assisting the senior buyer with fit sessions, range building and selection
Following up on samples, sample rails for review and marketing
Controlling sample stock
Creating and managing tech packs
Assist in procuring new suppliers and effectively liaising with stakeholders
Ad-hoc duties which may be required from the senior buyer
Experience and qualifications
Grade 12 certificate and a relevant tertiary qualification is required
Experience working in a clothing retail environment is essential
Strong footwear experience is required
Proficiency in MS Excel, Word and Outlook
Effective written and verbal skills
A valid South African drivers licence will be beneficial
Competencies required
Ability to self-manage
Effective team player and passionate about product.
Accurate and detail orientated
Taking ownership and time management
Accountable, honest and forward thinking
A passion for keeping up to date with trends and a creative flair for fashion
The ability to adapt trends to our different target markets
Proven negotiation skills
Ability to make sound decisions together with effective problem-solving skills
Able to build and maintain influential relationships at various levels and across business functions
Effective communication and presentation skills (advantageous)
Solid organising, planning, and time management skills
Conflict management
The agility and resilience to maintain high levels of drive and initiative under pressure
A high energy level
Flexibility

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