Senior Merchant, Sub-Saharan Africa

JustTheJob.co.za; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A global apparel company seeks a Senior Merchant for its Cape Town team. This role involves end-to-end category merchandising management, creating winning strategies, and monitoring consumer trends. Candidates should possess a relevant degree and at least 5-8 years of experience in buying, preferably in womenswear. The position emphasizes strong analytical skills and the ability to collaborate across functions, contributing actively to product management activities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5-8 years work experience as a buyer.
• Experience in womenswear will be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Owner of End-to-End Category merchandising management.
• Create category strategy to win in the market & deliver financials.
• Build assortment at gender/category/channel/account level.
• Monitor and share competitor trends including pricing strategies.
• Contribute to all aspects of Product Management activities.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Strong analytical skills

Good problem‑solving skills

Ability to collaborate and influence cross functions

Proactive and innovative forward thinker

Education

4 year Degree or relevant diploma

Job description

Senior Merchant, Sub‑Saharan Africa - Cape Town

Full job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Merchant

Full time | Cape Town, South Africa

You’re an original. So are we.

We’re a company of people who like to forge our own path. We invented the blue jean in 1873, and we reinvented khaki pants in 1986. We pioneered labor and environmental guidelines in manufacturing. And we work to build sustainability into everything we do. Our brands stand for freedom and self-expression around the world.

At Levi Strauss & Co., you can be yourself — and be part of something bigger. We collaborate instead of competing. We believe that diverse perspectives make us stronger. And we try not to take ourselves too seriously. There’s plenty of room to make your mark here. Come work with us and wear what you love.

The Role

Our Cape Town-based team is looking for a Merchant to support the merchandising team. The role focuses on the execution of winning product assortments by building rich and well-informed perspectives on local consumer and market dynamics, cultural influences, general trends and competitive intelligence.

With us you will

• Owner of End-to-End Category merchandising management.
• Create category strategy to win in the market & deliver financials.
• Build assortment at gender / category / channel / account level within the regional guidelines to ensure a consistent look and feel.
• Deep understanding of local socio, political and creative trends and ability to anticipate consumer behaviors and inform the regional brand responses.
• Interpret and incorporate local brief needs into requirements for the regional teams.
• Contribute to all aspects of Product Management activities.
• Inform and implement brand strategies.
• Identify and assist in developing quick response products.
• Inform an assortment plan that considers all local requirements.
• Thoughtfully manages risk to take advantage on market opportunities.
• Monitor and share competitor trends including pricing strategies for different accounts / channels and consumer segments.
• Create a team that is culturally connected, driven to win and innovative with a relentless focus on the consumer and the competition.

Functional Competencies

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Has strong analytical skills.
• Present good problem‑solving skills.
• Manage processes end to end.
• Manage merchandise information.
• Proactive and innovative forward thinker.
• Ability to collaborate with & influence cross functions.
• A high degree of flexibility and initiative.
• Able to work independently.

What we need

• 4 year Degree or relevant diploma.
• Minimum of 5-8 years work experience as a buyer.
• Experience in womenswear will be advantages.

Please also inform your Line Manager of your intent to apply for the position prior to the submission of your application.

Applications close : 15 February 2025.

As a responsible employer, Levi Strauss SA (Pty) Ltd is committed to and understands its responsibilities in terms of the Employment Equity Act of 1998. LSSA (Pty) Ltd is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from all individuals.

LOCATION

South Africa, Cape Town - Office

FULL TIME / PART TIME

Full time

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