Hybrid Retail Buyer Assistant — Sourcing & Market Trends

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Employee discounts

Industry exposure

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an enthusiastic and analytical Assistant Retail Buyer to join the procurement team in Vereeniging. This hybrid role blends on-site collaboration with remote data analysis, supporting the buying process from market research to vendor negotiations and inventory management.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Fashion Merchandising, or related field, plus internship or entry-level experience in retail buying.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Fashion Merchandising or related field.
• Internship or entry-level experience in retail buying or merchandising.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with ability to interpret sales data.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and MS Office.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a hybrid environment and manage tasks in Vereeniging.

Responsibilities

• Assist Senior Buyers in selection and purchasing of merchandise for retail stores.
• Conduct market research and analyze sales data to identify trends and opportunities.
• Monitor inventory levels and recommend reorder points or markdowns.
• Liaise with suppliers to obtain product information, samples, and quotes.
• Support pricing negotiations and terms with vendors.
• Maintain accurate product information and purchasing records.
• Prepare reports on sales performance, inventory status and market trends.
• Attend trade shows and industry events to identify new products and suppliers.
• Collaborate with marketing and merchandising on product placement and promotions.
• Assist in managing the product lifecycle from sourcing to final sale.

Skills

Analytical skills

Quantitative analysis

Negotiation

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Hybrid work adaptability

Trend analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Fashion Merchandising, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

MS Office Suite

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an enthusiastic and analytical Assistant Retail Buyer to join the procurement team in Vereeniging. This hybrid role blends on-site collaboration with remote data analysis, supporting the buying process from market research to vendor negotiations and inventory management.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Fashion Merchandising, or related field, plus internship or entry-level experience in retail buying.