Wine Category Senior Buyer — Strategic Sourcing & Growth

Shoprite Group Of Companies; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company in Cape Town seeks a Senior Buyer to execute the Wine buying strategy. The role involves collaboration with suppliers, directing buying processes, and optimizing inventory management. Ideal candidates should have a degree in a related field and at least 4 years of experience in purchasing, with proven negotiation skills. This position offers an opportunity to impact profitability and product selection significantly, working in a dynamic retail environment.

Qualifications

• 4 years' experience in a buying role within a large retail organisation.
• Proven experience with sourcing and supplier management.
• Comprehensive understanding of product cost and selling prices.

Responsibilities

• Execute the Wine portfolio buying strategy.
• Collaborate with category management and suppliers.
• Track and report category performance against KPIs.

Skills

Strong knowledge of commercial and financial trade-offs in category sales

Understanding of the retail value chain and profitability drivers

Strong proficiency in MS Office with advanced Excel skills

Education

Degree or Diploma in Business, Sales, Marketing, Supply Chain, or related field

Job description

A leading retail company in Cape Town seeks a Senior Buyer to execute the Wine buying strategy. The role involves collaboration with suppliers, directing buying processes, and optimizing inventory management. Ideal candidates should have a degree in a related field and at least 4 years of experience in purchasing, with proven negotiation skills. This position offers an opportunity to impact profitability and product selection significantly, working in a dynamic retail environment.