Senior Retail Buyer

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Travel opportunities

Influence on product strategy

Collaborative environment

Retirement savings plan

Job summary

Placements24 in Welkom, South Africa, seeks a strategic Senior Retail Buyer to drive product selection, sourcing, and supplier negotiations. You will develop and execute a comprehensive buying strategy aligned with the brand and commercial goals.

The successful candidate will analyse market trends, manage assortments, optimize inventory, and build strong vendor relationships to maximise profitability and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in retail buying or merchandising and negotiation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities for interpreting data.
• Proven track record in vendor negotiations and supply chain management.
• Solid understanding of market dynamics and consumer behavior in retail.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement effective product sourcing and buying strategies.
• Analyze market trends, sales data, and competitor activities to identify opportunities.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery schedules with suppliers for cost efficiencies.
• Manage product assortments and inventory to meet forecasts and minimize markdowns.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors and suppliers.

Skills

Retail buying

Negotiation

Data analysis

Vendor management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Marketing or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a strategic and experienced Senior Retail Buyer to join their team in Welkom . This critical role involves identifying market trends, sourcing high-quality products, and negotiating favorable terms with suppliers to maximize profitability and customer satisfaction. You will be responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive buying strategy that aligns with the company's brand and commercial objectives. The successful candidate will possess strong analytical skills and a keen eye for product selection.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement effective product sourcing and buying strategies.
• Analyze market trends, sales data, and competitor activities to identify opportunities.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery schedules with suppliers to achieve cost efficiencies.
• Manage product assortments and inventory levels to meet sales forecasts and minimize markdowns.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors and suppliers.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in retail buying or merchandising, with a focus on product selection and negotiation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data.
• Proven track record of successful vendor negotiations and supply chain management.
• Excellent understanding of market dynamics and consumer behavior in the retail sector.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field is preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for travel to trade shows and supplier locations.
• Significant influence on product offerings and company strategy.
• A collaborative and forward-thinking work environment.
• Retirement savings plan with company contribution.