Senior Retail Buyer - Strategic Sourcing & Growth (Remote)

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus structure

Healthcare benefits

Employee discount

Growth opportunities

Flexible remote work

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Retail Buyer to lead product selection and procurement for our expansive retail operations. You will identify market trends, negotiate with suppliers, and curate a compelling assortment that drives sales and brand value.

You will collaborate with merchandising, marketing, and finance teams to ensure profitability and customer satisfaction, while embracing a remote-first approach to category management and regional coverage including Mossel Bay.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in retail buying or category management.
• Strong negotiation skills and supplier relationship management.
• Advanced analytical capabilities and proficiency in retail analytics tools and Excel.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting and travel occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute buying strategies aligned with market trends and company objectives.
• Source, evaluate, and negotiate terms with new and existing suppliers to secure competitive pricing and favorable terms.
• Analyze sales data, market intelligence, and customer feedback to make informed purchasing decisions.
• Manage product lifecycle, including assortment planning, forecasting, and inventory optimization.
• Collaborate with marketing and visual merchandising teams to ensure effective product presentation and promotional strategies.

Skills

Retail buying

Supplier management

Analytical skills

Excel

Tools

Excel

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Retail Buyer to lead product selection and procurement for our expansive retail operations. You will identify market trends, negotiate with suppliers, and curate a compelling assortment that drives sales and brand value.

You will collaborate with merchandising, marketing, and finance teams to ensure profitability and customer satisfaction, while embracing a remote-first approach to category management and regional coverage including Mossel Bay.