Remote Senior Retail Buyer: Strategic Sourcing & Merchandising

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 540,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work environment

Performance-based bonus

Health benefits

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Senior Retail Buyer for a prestigious retailer. You will drive product assortment, identify market trends, source high-quality products, and negotiate with suppliers from a remote location, while managing buying calendars and budgets.

Your expertise in retail buying, supplier management, and data-driven decision making will shape the merchandise mix and profitability. Occasional travel may be required to meet suppliers and industry events.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years in retail buying with strong product selection and negotiation.
• Proven success in developing assortments for a retail environment.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and financial acumen to interpret sales data.
• Experience building and maintaining supplier relationships.
• Proficiency with buying and inventory management software.
• Ability to work remotely and handle a demanding workload.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Willingness to travel occasionally for supplier meetings or industry events.

Responsibilities

• Identify market trends to inform product assortment strategies.
• Source new suppliers evaluating quality, price, and ethics.
• Negotiate terms, pricing, and contracts with suppliers.
• Develop product line plans and buying calendars.
• Analyze sales data and market performance to optimize mix.
• Collaborate with marketing and visual merchandising on launches.
• Manage supplier relationships and communications.
• Monitor industry best practices to maintain edge.
• Conduct cost analyses within budgets.
• Stay updated on international sourcing and global dynamics.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Analytical skills

Financial acumen

Supplier management

Independent work

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Inventory management software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Senior Retail Buyer for a prestigious retailer. You will drive product assortment, identify market trends, source high-quality products, and negotiate with suppliers from a remote location, while managing buying calendars and budgets.

Your expertise in retail buying, supplier management, and data-driven decision making will shape the merchandise mix and profitability. Occasional travel may be required to meet suppliers and industry events.