Junior Buyer (Bellville )

Econo Foods Pty (Ltd); Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 25 000 - 45 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Junior Buyer to support the Category Buyer in maintaining strategic supplier relationships within the grocery category. This role involves assisting in supplier selection, managing product availability, and ensuring compliance with brand identity. The ideal candidate will have strong interpersonal skills and a keen eye for detail, thriving in a fast-paced environment. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will directly impact procurement strategies and operational performance, making a significant difference in the supply chain process.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in procurement or supply chain.
• Experience in store operations or category management is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support supplier selection and management within the groceries category.
• Conduct weekly business health checks and report findings.

Skills

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Fluent communication in English

Education

Matric certificate or equivalent

Diploma or Degree in Business Administration

Diploma or Degree in Supply Chain Management

Diploma or Degree in Economics

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job title : Junior Buyer (Bellville)

Job Location : Western Cape, Bellville

Deadline : June 02, 2025

Purpose of the Role

• The Junior Buyer provides support to the Category Buyer in maintaining a sustainable base of strategic suppliers, ensuring Econofoods' participation in the Grocery category.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the category buyer in supplier selection, management, communication, and relationship management within the GROCERIES CATEGORY.
• Assist in managing and developing a national supply base of suppliers meeting specified criteria.
• Support GP management in line with budgets.
• Manage the Category within the Stock Days Governance Manual.
• Maintain the Private Label Brand Identity nationally, in collaboration with the Marketing department, ensuring compliance and execution.
• Ensure merchandising flows are executed and aligned with the Category buyer’s guidance.
• Maintain category Data Integrity according to the hierarchy.

Operational Performance Areas

• Conduct weekly business health checks and report to the category buyer.
• Assist with supplier management reports and quarterly reviews with major suppliers.
• Communicate with suppliers regarding rejections and complaints.
• Manage supply base using DIFOT reports and present findings to the category buyer.
• Ensure product quality, availability, and inbound service levels.
• Manage product availability during promotional periods.
• Achieve growth targets and GP% targets.
• Drive category flows and planogram implementation in stores.
• Participate in weekly meetings with Planning and Buying Teams.
• Assist in stock planning during promotional and peak periods.
• Support ordering patterns, co-loading, warehousing, and buying optimization alongside Supply Chain.

Requirements

Qualifications & Experience

• Matric certificate or equivalent.
• Diploma or Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Economics, or related field (advantageous).
• At least 2 years of experience in procurement, supply chain, or related fields.
• Experience in store operations, category knowledge, buying, or category management is a plus.
• Problem-solving, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

Competencies

• Strong relationship-building and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, competitive environment.
• Fluent communication in English (written and verbal).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Experience in storekeeping or procurement roles.