Homeware Buyer’s Assistant

Profile Personnel; Bellville; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Profile Personnel invites a commercially minded and highly organised Homeware Buyer’s Assistant to join our busy Buying Department. You will support supplier engagement, product sourcing, range development and product launches.

In this role you will coordinate communications, orders and catalog content, monitor stock and pricing, analyse sales trends and maintain accurate product records across platforms.

Qualifications

• Relevant Diploma or Degree in Retail Management, Consumer Science, Fashion, Homeware, Product Management, Business Management or related field.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in a similar role.
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Good understanding of retail margins, pricing and stock management principles.
• Strong numerical, analytical and administrative abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and operational support throughout the buying and product management process.
• Coordinate supplier communications, purchase orders and order administration.
• Assist with product sourcing, sample management and product development activities.
• Coordinate product imagery, marketing information and content for retail platforms.
• Monitor product performance, stock levels, pricing and trading information.
• Assist with analysing sales trends, retail margins and product performance.
• Maintain accurate product information, records and buying documentation.
• Liaise with internal departments and external suppliers to ensure the smooth execution of buying activities.

Skills

Organisational skills

Numerical ability

Commercial awareness

Communication skills

Multitasking

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Accountability

Education

Diploma or Degree in Retail Management, Consumer Science, Fashion, Homeware, Product Management, Business Management or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

An exciting opportunity is available for a commercially minded and highly organised Homeware Buyer’s Assistant to join a busy Buying Department at a well-established retail business.

This is an opportunity to play an important role in bringing products to life, supporting everything from supplier engagement and product sourcing to range development, product launches and replenishment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and operational support throughout the buying and product management process.

• Coordinate supplier communications, purchase orders and order administration.

• Assist with product sourcing, sample management and product development activities.

• Coordinate product imagery, marketing information and content for retail platforms.

• Monitor product performance, stock levels, pricing and trading information.

• Assist with analysing sales trends, retail margins and product performance.

• Maintain accurate product information, records and buying documentation.

• Liaise with internal departments and external suppliers to ensure the smooth execution of buying activities.

Minimum Requirements

• Relevant Diploma or Degree in Retail Management, Consumer Science, Fashion, Homeware, Product Management, Business Management or a related field.

• Minimum 3 years' experience in a similar role.

• Previous exposure to retail buying, merchandising, product sourcing, e-commerce or homeware retail will be highly advantageous.

• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills.

• Good understanding of retail margins, pricing and stock management principles.

• Strong numerical, analytical and administrative abilities.

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent organisational and administrative skills, with exceptional attention to detail.

• Strong numerical ability and confidence working with figures and product data.

• Commercial awareness and an understanding of retail trading principles.

• Effective communication and relationship-building skills.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• A proactive approach to problem-solving and taking ownership of tasks.

• Comfortable working across multiple systems and digital platforms.

• Honesty, integrity and a strong sense of accountability.

• Genuine interest in homeware, décor, lifestyle products and emerging retail trends.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not receive a response within 14 days, kindly consider your application unsuccessful.

Your CV will be retained on our database for future opportunities that may match your profile. Candidates are also welcome to submit their CVs directly to [e-mail] or register on our website at https://www.profilepersonnel.co.za/vacancies/ for consideration for future roles.