Store Buyer

Armstrong Appointments

Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Permanent
Full-time

27 days ago

Main job functionA replenishment buyer is a professional responsible for managing stock levels and ensuring that products are consistently available to meet customer demand. The primary goal of a replenishment buyer is to optimize stock levels, minimize stockouts, and avoid overstock situations.Duties:

Responsible for Analyzing sales data, inventory levels, and forecasts to determine replenishment needs.
Placing purchase orders with suppliers based on replenishment requirements.
Monitoring inventory levels and adjusting orders as necessary to prevent stockouts and overstock situations.
Negotiating pricing, terms, and delivery schedules with suppliers to optimize costs and ensure timely deliveries.
Collaborating with cross-functional teams including merchandising, logistics and store operations to coordinate replenishment efforts.
Train & mentor support staff as and when necessary.
Maintain accurate records of purchases, inventory levels and supplier agreements.
Analyse product performance and adjust replenish strategies as needed.

Qualifications and criteriaMinimum Requirements:

Matric certificate
Relevant Qualification
A working knowledge of the latest Microsoft packages (Word, Excel, and Power Point & Outlook)
Minimum of 5 years retail buying experience within a Supermarket environment
Excellent stock and product knowledge
Ability to work under pressure.

A Consultant will be in touch if you are shortlisted for the position. Please consider your application unsuccessful should you not have been contacted within 2 weeks. We will keep your CV on our database and contact you should you match the criteria of any other vacancies.

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