Senior Retail Buyer - Hybrid, Trend-Driven Sourcing

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Career growth

Employee discounts

Job summary

WhatJobs Direct in Sandton, Gauteng, is seeking a Senior Retail Buyer to lead market-driven product sourcing, negotiate with suppliers, and curate a profitable merchandise assortment. This hybrid role blends remote analysis and in-person market research with cross-functional team collaboration.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years in retail buying or category management, excellent negotiation and analytical skills, and a track record of strong supplier relationships.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in retail buying, merchandising, or category management.
• Proven track record in product sourcing, negotiation, and assortment planning.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret sales data and financial reports.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify emerging market trends and opportunities for new product lines.
• Source, evaluate, and select vendors based on quality, price and reliability.
• Negotiate favorable terms, pricing, and delivery schedules with suppliers.
• Develop and manage product assortment to meet sales and margin targets.
• Analyze sales data and market intelligence to inform buying decisions.
• Collaborate with marketing and merchandising teams for cohesive launches.
• Manage inventory levels balancing stock and turnover.
• Attend trade shows and market visits to stay informed.
• Maintain relationships with key suppliers and monitor performance.
• Perform remote admin tasks, including order processing and reporting.

Skills

Retail buying

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Category management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Marketing or related field

Tools

Inventory management software

Buying software

Job description

WhatJobs Direct in Sandton, Gauteng, is seeking a Senior Retail Buyer to lead market-driven product sourcing, negotiate with suppliers, and curate a profitable merchandise assortment. This hybrid role blends remote analysis and in-person market research with cross-functional team collaboration.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years in retail buying or category management, excellent negotiation and analytical skills, and a track record of strong supplier relationships.