Buyers Assistant - K-Way Elements

Cape Union Mart Group; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 20 000 - 30 000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits at a leading outdoor retail company in Cape Town for a Buyers Assistant. This role involves providing essential administrative support to buyers across various product categories, managing sample preparations, and ensuring smooth operations within the product lifecycle management system. Ideal candidates will possess strong analytical and organizational skills, along with a proactive attitude and the ability to multitask effectively. Join a dynamic team and contribute to the success of innovative outdoor products while enhancing your career in a vibrant retail environment.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years experience in a similar role preferred.
• Proficiency in computer literacy and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to buyers.
• Manage sample room and sample requests effectively.
• Assist with compiling store reports and preparing presentations.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Time management

Multitasking

Communication skills

Education

Matric

Relevant tertiary qualification

Job description

Job title: Buyers Assistant - K-Way Elements

Job Location: Western Cape, Cape Town

Deadline: May 15, 2025

Job Description

An opportunity has become available at our Head Office (Cape Town) within Cape Union Mart for a Buyers Assistant within the Outdoor department for K-way Elements.

Duties And Responsibilities

1. Provide full-time, comprehensive administrative support to buyers in all activities & product categories including fit sessions, range build, meetings, email queries & product briefs.
2. Sample room and sample management, including sample requests & follow-up, sample preparation for reviews, sample handover to online photography & marketing, and sample room organization.
3. Tracking & following up on approvals & preproduction sample submissions.
4. Update PLM, product lists & reports with correct imagery & information.
5. Management of onboarding new suppliers to the system.
6. Administration of product codes, raising orders, sending POs to suppliers, and keeping the PLM system updated with product codes and PO numbers.
7. Loading products onto PLM following range review and maintaining the system with relevant amendments.
8. Take ownership of sample sale preparation and setup prior to the scheduled date.
9. Review preparation and tracking & follow-up on elements related to product development.
10. Manage the process of photographing samples for online use.
11. Assist with providing information for marketing and visual merchandising briefs.
12. Assist with compiling store reports.
13. Prepare PowerPoint presentations for internal meetings as visual support.

Requirements

1. Matric
2. Relevant tertiary qualification (advantageous)
3. 1-2 years experience in a similar role preferred
4. Proficiency in computer literacy and Microsoft Office
5. Product knowledge, especially in consumer electronics and related trends
6. Ability to multitask and organize effectively

Job-Related Behavioral Competencies

1. Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills
2. Eagerness to learn
3. Time management skills and ability to meet deadlines
4. Proactive attitude and initiative
5. Strong team player with the ability to work independently
6. Ability to build strong relationships
7. Excellent verbal and written communication skills
8. Experience in store keeping or procurement roles