Senior Kitchen Buyer: Strategy, Trends & Profitable Ranges

Woolworths; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading South African retail company is seeking a Senior Buyer to develop and deliver a profitable, customer-led kitchen product strategy. This role involves managing the product lifecycle, leading collaboration with cross-functional teams, and driving product innovation. The ideal candidate will have significant buying experience with homeware, strong analytical skills, and proven leadership abilities. Interested applicants should send their CV to [e-mail].

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6–8 years’ buying experience with homeware, at least 2 years at a senior level.
• Experience in managing a kitchen portfolio is advantageous.
• Strong understanding of the product development lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Develop seasonal strategy aligned to business objectives.
• Lead range building with Design, Sourcing, and Planning.
• Oversee full product lifecycle ensuring quality and pricing.

Skills

Buying experience with homeware

Commercial acumen

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Creative flair

Job description

A leading South African retail company is seeking a Senior Buyer to develop and deliver a profitable, customer-led kitchen product strategy. This role involves managing the product lifecycle, leading collaboration with cross-functional teams, and driving product innovation. The ideal candidate will have significant buying experience with homeware, strong analytical skills, and proven leadership abilities. Interested applicants should send their CV to [e-mail].