Assistant Buyer

1year

Analyse sales trends / history and formulate departmental strategy, as well as provide input into Group strategy
Research local and international markets and interpret trends for the Woolworths customer
Develop ranges involving interdepartmental co-ordination
Negotiating of cost prices resulting in value for money, selling price points and primary margins being achieved
Implementing and maintaining quality standards regarding look and style of merchandise
Adherence to critical path
Growth and development of business

**Qualifications and Experience**:
Relevant retail/ clothing qualifications
Relevant kidswear buying experience is essential
Creativity, taste and flair: ensure that ranges are balanced and offer real choice to our customers
Passion for Product / Merchandise
Product development
Negotiation and influencing skills
Merchant and retail ability: demonstrates a thorough knowledge of the market place, competitors and customer needs
Business acumen
Team Player: ability and will to work co-operatively with others within a team and across departments towards a common objective
Results driven and proactive
Effective communication and presentation skills
Tolerance to change / ability to work under pressure
Computer literate: ability to operate in a Windows-based environment
High attention to detail and strong administration skills