Merchandise Admin Assistant

WMS Secure; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A retail management company in Johannesburg is seeking a Merchandise Admin Assistant to provide administrative and analytical support to Buyers. The role involves purchasing order management, product setup, and ensuring effective communication between internal teams and suppliers. The ideal candidate should have matric, relevant retail qualifications, and 1-2 years of experience in a retail office environment. Proficiency in Excel is essential. This position requires attention to detail and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Matric is essential; relevant diploma/degree preferred.
• 1-2 years' experience in a retail head office environment is advantageous.
• Experience with retail systems or ERP software is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and analytical support to the Buyers.
• Assist with product set-up and purchase order management.
• Ensure smooth communication between teams and suppliers.

Skills

Strong attention to detail

Excellent organizational skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Strong communication skills

Ability to multitask

Analytical mindset

Education

Matric

Relevant diploma/degree in Retail Management

Tools

Retail systems

ERP software

Job description

SUMMARY : POSITION INFO

Purpose of the Role

To provide administrative and analytical support to the Buyers and ensure the smooth running of the merchandise function. The Merchandise Admin Assistant will assist with product set-up, purchase order management, reporting, and communication between internal teams and suppliers, helping to deliver the right product at the right time, in the right quantities.

Qualifications & Experience

• Matric (essential); relevant diploma / degree in Retail Management, Fashion Buying, or Merchandising (preferred).
• 1–2 years’ experience in a retail head office environment (advantageous).
• Experience with retail systems or ERP software beneficial

Key Skills & Attributes

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs advantageous).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask and work effectively under pressure.
• A passion for fashion, trends, and the bridal / formalwear industry.
• Analytical mindset with a commercial awareness.

Please note that your duties may vary from time to time and that you shall be required to comply with any reasonable request made of you during working hours.