Buyers Assistant

Our HO HOLA Culture is characterized by appreciation and recognition. We celebrate the contribution of every individual and foster a supportive environment where everyone can thrive.

We are currently seeking a dynamic individual to join our team and contribute to our ongoing success. If you are passionate about delivering exceptional customer service, collaborating with a diverse team, and embracing continuous learning and growth, Econofoods could be the perfect fit for you. Join us in our mission to provide quality products, value, and service to our customers, every single day.

**PURPOSE OF THE ROLE**

The purpose of the **Buyers Assistant**is to provide support to the National Procurement Manager and Category Buyers. Ensuring the smooth operations within the Procurement team.

**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES**
- Strategic support to the National procurement team, assisting in various support functions
- Managing the promotional timelines, ensure the procurement team deliver on time execution
- Collating and documenting the trading terms for the business, in conjunction with the National Procurement Manager
- Management of all GIM, Growth Overrider’s for the business, running reports and tracking income
- Maintaining the Private label Brand roll out process & timelines, nationally with assistance of the Marketing department teams, ensuring their compliance & execution.
- Assisting the Procurement team with the merchandising flows by format and by Cluster
- Maintain the category Data Integrity in accordance to the Hierarchy

**OPERATIONAL PERFORMANCE AREAS**
- Weekly updates to be provided on Private label timelines
- Assist in the reporting for supplier management to be ongoing with strategic quarterly reviews to be set up with larger suppliers
- Monthly planning on all promotional calendars to be structured and reviewed
- Manage supply base on DIFOT Reports - reports to be run and presented to category buyers
- Management of all supplier Data, to include Trading terms, Certification, private label agreements
- Monthly review tracker to be managed on all GIM related suppliers
- Assistance on buyer category flows & Planograms Implementation into the Econofoods Retail stores.
- Manage the Procurement teams Weekly REX updates
- Manage and control the Calendar meetings within Procurement
- Manage the new product listing process
- Manage the new supplier listing process
- General office admin and ad hoc duties as required by the department

**QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE**

? Matric certificate or equivalent qualification.

? Diploma or Degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Economics, or a related field (advantageous).

? Proven 2+ years of experience in Admin support in the category planning, demand planning, inventory management, or a similar role in retail or FMCG.

? Problem-Solving Abilities: Ability to identify challenges and develop practical solutions to address them.

? Interpersonal Skills: Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams.

? Attention to Detail: Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.

**COMPETENCIES REQUIRED**

? Building and maintaining relationships with strong interpersonal skills - living out the company values and unique HO HOLA culture.

? Friendly, helpful, confident yet humble, and able to work well in a team.

? Ability to work in a highly competitive, fast past and dynamic environment.

? Ability to communicate fluently in English (written and verbal).

? Comprehensive knowledge of Microsoft.

? Strong communication skills.

? Accuracy and attention to detail.

**HOW TO APPLY**

**CLOSING DATE**

07 February 2025 (07/02/2025)

**Join us in shaping the future of Econofoods