Wholesale Buyer

Staff Solutions Recruitment; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in South Africa seeks a dynamic Wholesale Buyer to enhance purchasing and supplier management for a busy retail operation. The role involves establishing supplier relationships, driving sales growth through strategic purchasing, and managing procurement cycles. The ideal candidate will possess strong negotiation skills and experience in developing trade plans. Proficiency in SAP and intermediate Microsoft Office skills are essential. Join our client to make a significant impact in the retail sector.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in wholesale purchasing or supplier management.
• Strong negotiation skills and an understanding of market trends.
• Ability to develop trade plans and maintain supplier relationships.

Responsibilities

• Establish supplier call cycles and maintain relationships.
• Drive sales growth through strategic purchasing.
• Monitor stock levels and manage supplier delivery performance.

Skills

Supplier relationship management

Procurement cycle management

Sales planning

Market research

Tools

Microsoft Excel

SAP

Job description

Overview

Our client is looking for a dynamic and detail-oriented Wholesale Buyer to support the purchasing and supplier management functions of a busy retail operation. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing supplier relationships, managing procurement cycles, and driving sales growth through strategic purchasing and promotional planning.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain a structured supplier call cycle.
• Meet with suppliers daily to maintain strong, effective relationships.
• Develop trade plans with suppliers to align with sales and margin objectives.
• Drive supplier sales growth through effective planning and promotions.
• Assist in pricing and deal negotiations by conducting market price surveys.
• Create purchase orders in line with company policies and procedures.
• Ensure timely supplier pickups and follow-ups on outstanding orders.
• Monitor and improve supplier delivery performance.
• Maintain optimal stock levels and ensure product availability at all times.
• Maximise working capital by managing supplier payment terms.
• Monitor and address issues such as slow-moving lines, negative or ageing stock, and overstock situations.
• Process supplier claims efficiently.
• Set pricing based on market research and trends.

In-Store Responsibilities

• Conduct daily floor walks to ensure optimal look and feel, merchandising, and ticketing.
• Oversee receiving processes and check for supplier damages.
• Implement and manage promotional activities aligned with store planning.
• Bring creative ideas to grow categories and supplier contributions.
• Interact with customers on the floor to gain insights and identify opportunities.
• Continuously seek innovative ways to grow the business.
• Maintain in-depth product knowledge across assigned categories.
• Collaborate with suppliers to identify growth opportunities.
• Plan and execute promotional grids that drive sales.
• Work closely with the internal sales team to ensure alignment between procurement and sales objectives.

Systems / Software Requirements

• Microsoft Excel (Intermediate)
• Microsoft Word (Intermediate)
• Microsoft PowerPoint (Intermediate)
• Microsoft Outlook (Intermediate)
• Portal
• Arch
• SAP