Relevant Tertiary qualification is preferable eg. purchasing / business management, consumer market and/or marketing management
5 to 10 years of Senior Management experience, across various merchandise departments
Proven experience in a senior buying role within the retail sector, ideally with a focus on value retail.
Strong leadership and team management skills with a track record of achieving results.
Excellent negotiation skills and a keen eye for market trends and opportunities.
Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills to build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and internal teams.
A proactive and innovative approach to problem-solving and strategic planning.
Tertiary qualification, preferably purchasing / business management, consumer market and/or marketing management
5 to 10 years of Senior Management experience, across various departments
Must have managed a team;
Must have managed own budget
Financial management skills;
Business and commercial Acumen;
Advanced computer skills; G-Suite (advantageous)
Negotiation skills;
Facilitation and presentation skills
In-depth understanding of the end-to-end supply chain process, including the buying process; the planning process; store operational process; systems & supply chain processes;
Consumer market knowledge and understanding
In-depth marketing understanding;
In-depth product knowledge
Strong communication skills (both verbal and written)
Code 8 Drivers Licence, willingness to travel
Strong interpersonal, collaboration and relationship-building skills
Competencies: Leadership, Performing under pressure, Structuring, Creating Support, Commercial drive, Initiative, Analysing and forming opinions, Strategic Insight
