Assistant Buyer - B4A Western Cape

The Building Company

2025/04/15 Cape Town CBD

Job Reference Number: 3001600201

Department: Brands4Africa

Business Unit:
Industry: Retail

Job Type: Permanent

Positions Available: 1

Salary: Market Related

The main purpose of the job is to co-ordinate the purchasing of all stock for the business to ensure that only approved suppliers are utilized, to ensure that pre-determined stock levels are not exceeded, and to minimize stock-outs.

Job Description:

• Assisting the Buyer with Administration functions: Provide analytical, operational, and clerical support to Buyers.
• Accurate completion of orders: Placing orders and completing the corresponding paperwork.
• Manage Brand codes: Manage and create Brand Names and Brand Codes for customers.
• Stock Management: Ordering, storing, tracking, and controlling inventory.
• Price Negotiations: Price negotiations with suppliers where applicable.
• Supplier Deliveries: Assist in arranging supplier deliveries.
• Supplier Co-ordination & relationship building.
• Maintain accurate records and prepare reports.
• To uphold and promote the company values and culture.

Job Requirements:

• Grade 12.
• Relevant experience in a computerized retail environment.
• High level of proficiency.
• 3 years’ experience in Buying Administration.
• Experience and understanding of retail business principles.
• Own transport and valid driver’s license.