Buyers Assistant
On-siteCape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
Job Summary
Execute all administration relating to the Buying process, including tendering, discussion documents, purchase orders, and sample management. Prepare merchandise activities requiring product to be pulled, sorted, ordered, and hung, while managing supplier queries, mark-downs, and general admin. Communicate and follow-up effectively with internal and external customers, representing the department when the buyer is travelling. Maintain relationships and support range reviews and strategy sessions. Requires proficiency in Microsoft packages, understanding of the Clothing Retail Cycle, and strong time management skills. Matric qualification essential; tertiary degree in Retail/Fashion/Administration preferred. Minimum one year experience in a Buyer's Assistant or similar retail buying environment required.
Required Qualifications
- Communicates effectively both within, as well as outside the Company
- Builds and maintain relationships
- Is proficient in the latest Microsoft packages (Word, Excel, and Outlook)
- Has an understanding of the Clothing Retail Cycle & Buying process
- Can prioritise well and be assertive
- Is proactive, deadline driven and flexible to adapt to change
- Has sound planning, organizing and time management skills
- Is fast and accurate with regards to processing and checking detail
- Is able to be 'hands on' when the buyer is travelling and represent the department where necessary
- Knowledge of retail systems / PLM tools
- Matric
- Previous experience (minimum of 1 year) in a Buyer's Assistant, Administrative or Intern role in a Corporate Retail/Buying environment
Desired Qualifications
- A relevant tertiary qualification in Retail/Fashion/Administration or related field
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