Hybrid Assistant Retail Buyer: Trend & Merchandising

Placements24

Cape Town

Hybrid

ZAR 201,000 - 312,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Salary competitiveness

Professional development

Hybrid work

Employee discounts

Medical aid

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Placements24 in Cape Town is seeking an ambitious Assistant Retail Buyer to support our merchandising team in selecting and procuring fashion and lifestyle merchandise that matches brand strategy and customer demographics. You will conduct market research, liaise with suppliers, and assist in price negotiations to secure favorable terms while ensuring timely delivery to stores.

This hybrid role offers office collaboration with flexible time for market research and sourcing activities, plus

Qualifications

Minimum 2 years in retail buying/merchandising or related field.
Strong understanding of the fashion/lifestyle retail market.
Excellent analytical, negotiation and communication skills.
Proficient in Excel for data analysis and reporting; hybrid work capability.

Responsibilities

Assist in selection and buying of merchandise for various retail categories.
Conduct market research to identify trends, competitor activities, and customer preferences.
Liaise with suppliers to obtain product information, samples and quotes.
Support price negotiations to achieve favorable terms and margins.
Process purchase orders and ensure timely delivery to distribution centers and stores.
Monitor stock levels and analyze sales data to inform buying decisions.
Collaborate with marketing and visual merchandising for cohesive product presentation.
Attend trade shows and supplier meetings as required.
Maintain product information databases and samples.
Contribute to seasonal buying plans and strategies.