Graduate: Buyer (Jewellery)

TFG (The Foschini Group); Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading retail group as a Graduate Buyer, where you can transform your academic knowledge into practical retail skills. If you have a passion for fashion and a keen ability to identify trends, this program offers a unique opportunity to embark on your professional journey in the vibrant world of retail after graduation.

Qualifications

• Recent graduates with qualifications in Jewellery Design and related fields.
• Strong passion for retail and fashion trends.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Source and develop exciting product ranges focusing on top brands.
• Use customer behaviour data for informed buying decisions.
• Collaborate as part of the team in a dynamic retail environment.

Skills

Retail Enthusiast

Trend Spotter

Communicator

Fashion Forward

Negotiator

Confident

Education

Jewellery Design and Manufacture related degree or diploma

Understanding of design and fashion

Job description

Job Description

Are you a recent graduate eager to start your career in the exciting world of retail?

TFG is looking for talented and motivated individuals like you to join our Graduate Buyer Program. This is your chance to transition smoothly from student life to a professional career with TFG.

About The Program

Our Graduate Buyer Program is tailored to help you turn your academic achievements into practical skills. If you have a passion for fashion, strong leadership qualities, and enjoy working as part of a team, this program is the perfect match for you.

What You'll Do

• Source a variety of exciting products, focusing on top brands.
• Develop product ranges that stand out and appeal to our customers.
• Use customer behaviour data to make informed buying decisions.

Qualifications And Experience

• Jewellery Design and Manufacture, Jewellery Design, Creative Jewellery Design related degree or diploma.
• Understanding of design, fashion and its role in effective buying.

Key Skills

• Retail Enthusiast: Passionate about the retail industry.
• Trend Spotter: Ability to identify and act on emerging trends.
• Communicator: Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Fashion Forward: Up-to-date with global fashion trends.
• Negotiator: Strong negotiation skills.
• Confident: Self-assured and poised.

Behaviours We Value

• Achieving Results - Is ‘results’ driven and achieves success by proactively tackling challenges.
• Commercial Thinking - Leverages market and business insights in the delivery of work.
• Continual Improvement - Actively seeks opportunities to improve processes.
• Entrepreneurial thinking.
• Meeting Customer Expectations - Consistently delivers exceptional customer service.
• Planning & Organising - Uses a structured approach to manage tasks effectively.
• Presenting & Communication - Articulates ideas clearly to different audiences.
• Relating & Networking.

To be considered, you must submit your academic results. Show us your potential and be part of an incredible journey at TFG.

Preference will be given, but not limited to, candidates from designated groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act.

About The Team

Our TFG Jewellery brand includes leading jewellery stores in South Africa - American Swiss, Sterns, and Galaxy & Co. For smart, fashion-forward individuals who love a little sparkle, these are the stores for you. We pride ourselves on creating jewellery and accessories that complement your daily outfits with the luxury of brilliance.