Buyer

Staff Focus; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Staff Focus is seeking a Senior Buyer to lead day-to-day procurement, optimise product assortments, and maintain stock targets in a fast-paced retail environment in the Western Cape. The role emphasizes supplier negotiation, budget monitoring and cross-functional collaboration to drive sales and margins.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in buying, strong FMCG knowledge, and proficiency with Office and ERP systems, with a focus on delivering consumer‑driven results.

Qualifications

• 3+ years' experience in a Buyer or Senior Buyer role within retail or wholesale.
• Strong knowledge of FMCG buying, stock management, margins and supplier negotiations.
• Commercially minded with a strong understanding of sales and customer demand.
• Strong analytical, organisational and negotiation skills.
• Excellent communication and relationship building abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with retail buying/ERP systems...

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day buying and procurement of merchandise.
• Ensure correct product range and stock meet customer demand.
• Monitor sales, stock levels, margins, rate of sale and buying budgets.
• Manage purchase orders, deliveries, returns, claims and supplier contributions.
• Build and maintain relationships with key suppliers.
• Negotiate promotions, pricing and supplier activities to drive sales.
• Monitor competitor pricing and market trends for growth opportunities.
• Coordinate promotional activities and ensure effective merchandising on the sales floor.
• Analyse sales and stock reports and take corrective action.
• Assist with achieving sales, gross profit, stockholding and shrinkage targets.

Skills

FMCG buying

Stock management

Supplier negotiations

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Communication

Relationship building

Retail buying

Sales demand understanding

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP systems

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the day-to-day buying and procurement of merchandise.


• Ensure the correct product range and sufficient stock are available to meet customer demand.


• Monitor sales, stock levels, margins, rate of sale and buying budgets.


• Manage purchase orders, deliveries, returns, claims and supplier contributions.


• Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers.


• Negotiate promotions, pricing and supplier activities to drive sales.


• Monitor competitor pricing and market trends and identify opportunities for growth.


• Coordinate promotional activities and ensure effective merchandising and execution on the sales floor.


• Analyse sales and stock reports and take corrective action where required.


• Assist with achieving sales, gross profit, stockholding and shrinkage targets.


• Work closely with management and operational teams to improve store performance.


• Maintain a strong understanding of customer needs and local market trends.


• Assist with stock takes, loss control and general store operations when required.

Minimum Requirements:

• 3+ years' experience in a Buyer or Senior Buyer role within retail or wholesale industry.


• Strong knowledge of FMCG buying, stock management, margins and supplier negotiations.


• Commercially minded with a strong understanding of sales and customer demand.


• Strong analytical, organisational and negotiation skills.


• Excellent communication and relationship building abilities.


• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high volume retail environment.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with retail buying/ERP systems will be advantageous.

Please note: Only candidates who meet the minimum requirements will be considered for the role.