Assistant Buyer: Kidswear Jet

TFG (The Foschini Group); Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading retail company as an Assistant Buyer, where you'll manage the buying process, support product loading, and maintain supplier relationships. This role requires strong organizational skills and experience in buying administration within the clothing retail sector. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are eager to contribute to an influential team, apply now!

Qualifications

• Experience in buying administration required.
• Previous experience as an Assistant Buyer is advantageous.
• Understanding of the clothing retail cycle.

Responsibilities

• Support all aspects of the buying process.
• Manage orders through the critical path process.
• Assist buyers with order placements.

Skills

Structured approach to task management

Analytical skills

Relationship building

Market insights

Education

Matric, Higher Certificate, or Diploma

Tools

Excel

Word

Email

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Administratively support all aspects of the buying process.
• Ensure timely placement of orders on the purchasing system.
• Maintain a control system for the sample room.
• Compile, balance, and update spreadsheets and reports.
• Maintain quality assurance control and audit samples.
• Prepare all materials prior to presentations.
• Complete all administrative documentation related to loading products into the TFG system.
• Build constructive and mutually beneficial relationships with suppliers.
• Communicate with suppliers to gather all information required to load products.
• Process all amendments and communicate changes to relevant parties.
• Support the customer service team in resolving product and order queries, complaints, and sourcing and pricing inquiries.
• Manage orders through the critical path process.
• Pull weekly reports on incoming stock and liaise with suppliers for sample management.
• Manage the sample process between retail and production.
• Prepare products and documents for quarterly SWOT analyses.
• Conduct competitive shop analyses independently.
• Pull samples/images for weekly sales reports or product meetings as requested by the buyer.
• Assist buyers with order placements.
• Maintain the retail sample room.
• Assist with coordination of QA samples.

Qualifications and Experience

• Matric, Higher Certificate, or Diploma.
• Experience in buying administration.
• Previous experience as an Assistant Buyer or similar role is advantageous.
• Understanding of the clothing retail cycle and buying process.
• Proficiency in current computer software (Excel, Word, Email).

Skills

• Structured approach to task management.
• Ability to analyze complex situations and develop strategic plans.
• Builds meaningful connections and maintains relationships.
• Leverages market and business insights effectively.

Behaviours

• Takes accountability and ensures team performance targets are met.
• Highly organized, numerate, with excellent coordination skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills; helpful and collaborative attitude.
• Proactive, enthusiastic, and self-motivated.
• High energy levels and flexibility to multi-task.
• Thrives under pressure and demonstrates problem-solving skills.
• Works efficiently with a large workload and in a team environment.
• Possesses a positive attitude.

Please ensure your line manager is aware and supports your application.

About Us

Our people are our greatest asset. TFG is a diversified retail portfolio of 34 brands, inspiring customers to live their best lives. We aim to create remarkable omnichannel experiences, offering growth opportunities across our brands. Join us in making an industry-wide impact.

About The Team

At Jet, we prioritize our customers, work smart and fast, and uphold our values. We aspire to be the most loved value retailer in Southern Africa, offering fashion for all. We seek energetic, focused team players committed to excellence and change.