RPO Recruitment’s client in the food manufacturing industry is urgently seeking the expertise of a Junior Store Buyer to join their team in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal.
Responsibilities:
- Purchase and manage merchandise within the company's Trading product portfolio.
- Source existing merchandise to ensure products remain competitive and available (out of stock products - source from other suppliers if necessary).
- Maximize profits by fully understanding customer needs.
- Keep up to date with market trends and react to changes in demand.
- Manage plans for stock levels and react to changes in demand and logistics.
- Meet with suppliers, review orders, and follow up on ordered stock and deliveries.
- Identify growth opportunities and risks in assortment and develop contingency plans.
- Monitor and manage delivery schedules and communication.
- Analyze consumer buying patterns and predict future trends.
- Conduct store checks to ensure readiness for trade.
- Generate reports.
- Maintain relationships and grow the business, including customer service.
- Conduct stock takes and maintain backup areas.
- Perform ad-hoc duties as assigned by management.
Requirements:
- Senior certificate.
- Relevant qualification.
- A working knowledge of the latest Microsoft packages (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
- Minimum of 3-5 years retail buying experience within an FMCG environment.
- Excellent stock and product knowledge.
- Ability to work under pressure.
Benefits:
- Salary: R200K/yr - R250K/yr, salary negotiable.
- Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity).
- Training & Development.
- Paid Time Off (PTO) (if applicable).
Contact RPO Recruitment for your next career opportunity.
- Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
- Apply for this role today, contact Shannon Thomson and Jamie-lee McCallum at RPO Recruitment or on LinkedIn.
- You can also visit the RPO Recruitment website: rporecruitment.us or email us your CV at
We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.
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