Senior Buyer - Footwear - Markham

Markham; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 850 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fashion retailer in Cape Town is looking for a Footwear Senior Buyer to source and procure footwear while formulating strategies to maximize sales. Candidates should have at least 5 years of buying experience, preferably in footwear, alongside strong negotiation and interpersonal skills. The role requires an interest in fashion trends and a solid track record in buying.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a Buyer, preferably with Footwear knowledge.
• High degree of organization and prioritization skills.
• Strong business acumen and ability to make decisions.

Responsibilities

• Source and procure a range of Footwear.
• Negotiate effectively and build relationships with suppliers.
• Formulate strategies to maximize sales.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Business acumen

Interpersonal skills

Tools

Excel

Word

E-mail

Job description

Position Description

Our brand’s strong heritage in menswear means quality and fashion in everything we do – including our people! We are looking for a team member who is confident, current, connected and youthful…a person who loves people and fashion. If you believe in this too, then we have the perfect position for you. An opportunity has become available in our buying team for a Footwear Senior Buyer

Responsibilities

• Successfully source and procure a range of Footwear,
• Procure and range build appropriate ranges aligned to the strategy with special attention to all trading opportunities.
• Work closely with the planner, through analysis of previous sales patterns, market trends and brand initiatives.
• Formulate departmental strategies to maximize sales and then timeously source and secure stock to implement strategies.
• Negotiate effectively.
• Build and maintain good relationships with staff, suppliers (both nationally & internationally) and key functions in the business.
• Think in terms of the "big picture" as well as consider specifics and detail.
• Assess complex situations and implement workable solutions.

Requirements

• Have experience as a Buyer (5+ years essential)
• Specific Footwear knowledge and experience is preferable
• Have a high degree of organisation and prioritization skills
• A working knowledge of the current computer software packages (knowledge of Excel, Word & E-mail would be preferable).

Competencies and behaviours for success

• Have a strong business acumen and merchant thinking
• Excellent planning, organising and interpersonal skills
• Have a high degree of decision making ability and be service orientated
• Be assertive and communicate at all levels.
• Be a team player
• A proven solid track record in buying
• An interest in and knowledge of trends

Preference will be given, but not limited to candidates from designated groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act