Retail Buyer

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 680,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Bonus potential

Employee discounts

Trade shows

Career growth

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a savvy Retail Buyer to join our dynamic team in Soweto and surrounding areas, a hybrid role balancing office strategy with hands-on market analysis. You will identify market trends, source and negotiate with suppliers, and manage assortment plans and stock levels to drive profitability and customer satisfaction across retail channels.

The role requires strong analytical skills, vendor relationship management, and proficiency with inventory systems to optimize stock flow

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Retail Buyer or Merchandiser.
• Strong product sourcing and merchandise planning skills.
• Excellent analytical abilities to interpret sales data and trends.
• Strong negotiation and relationship management capabilities.
• Proficiency in inventory management systems and MS Office.
• Bachelor's degree in Merchandising, Business, Marketing, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Identify emerging market trends and customer preferences to inform product selection.
• Source and evaluate new suppliers, negotiating terms, pricing, and delivery schedules.
• Develop and manage the product assortment plan to meet sales targets and margin goals.
• Monitor inventory levels and collaborate with operations teams to optimize stock flow and minimize markdowns.
• Analyze sales data, competitor activities, and customer feedback to refine buying strategies.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors and internal teams.

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a savvy and trend-aware Retail Buyer to join their dynamic team, supporting operations in Soweto and surrounding areas. This hybrid role is instrumental in curating the product assortment that resonates with customers and drives sales across the company's retail channels. You will be responsible for identifying market trends, sourcing merchandise, negotiating with suppliers, and managing inventory levels to ensure profitability and customer satisfaction. This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual with a passion for product and a keen business sense to shape the offerings of a leading retailer in Gauteng , balancing office-based strategy with potential remote market analysis.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify emerging market trends and customer preferences to inform product selection.


• Source and evaluate new suppliers, negotiating terms, pricing, and delivery schedules.


• Develop and manage the product assortment plan to meet sales targets and margin goals.


• Monitor inventory levels and collaborate with operations teams to optimize stock flow and minimize markdowns.


• Analyze sales data, competitor activities, and customer feedback to refine buying strategies.


• Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors and internal teams.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Retail Buyer or Merchandiser, with a strong portfolio.


• Deep understanding of product sourcing, negotiation, and merchandise planning.


• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret sales data and market trends.


• Strong negotiation and relationship management skills.


• Proficiency in retail inventory management systems and MS Office Suite.


• Bachelor's degree in Merchandising, Business, Marketing, or a related field.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.


• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement planning.


• Generous employee discounts on purchased merchandise.


• Opportunities to attend trade shows and industry events.


• A collaborative and innovative work environment with career growth potential.