7 Buyer Jobs and Work in Bloemfontein Free State 9301

Buyer Designate
Shoprite Group —Bloemfontein, Free State
- Full-time
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Buyer Designate

Shoprite Group -
Bloemfontein, Free State

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Job Details

Full-time
4 days ago

Full Job Description

Closing Date

2026/07/21

Reference Number

SHO260714-4

Job Title

Buyer Designate

Job Type

Full Time

Location - Country

South Africa

Location - Province

Free State

Location - Town or City

Bloemfontein

Purpose of the Job

The purpose of a Buyer Designate is to support and execute buying activities for a defined product category within the OK Franchise portfolio by maintaining product ranges, managing supplier interactions, and administering pricing and promotions, ensuring availability, competitiveness, and alignment to Group guidelines and franchise requirements.

Job Advert Details

Job Category

Other

Job Objectives

Product Range Administration

Implement approved category ranges in line with Group and OK Franchise requirements
Monitor range performance and recommend adjustments based on sales trends and store feedback
Maintain accurate product listings, specifications, and records
Support range rationalisation activities to ensure relevant and commercially viable assortments

Pricing and Cost Management

Maintain product cost prices in line with approved pricing structures
Monitor and review competitor pricing and market movements
Support supplier negotiations by preparing data and analysis for decision-making

Promotions and Advertising Support

Assist in the coordination of promotional activities and campaigns
Monitor stock availability to support promotional execution
Provide and validate product and pricing information to marketing teams
Track promotional performance and highlight risks or gaps

Supplier Coordination and Support

Liaise with suppliers to track orders, resolve queries, and ensure delivery timelines
Maintain supplier information and documentation
Support onboarding of new suppliers in line with procurement processes
Escalate risks related to supply, pricing, or service delivery

Stock and Availability Management

Monitor stock levels in the DC and identify potential shortages
Work with distribution centres and suppliers to resolve supply issues

Market and Trend Monitoring

Monitor customer trends, competitor activity, and product performance
Identify gaps or opportunities and recommend improvements to the category
Maintain awareness of franchise store requirements and trading conditions

Administrative and Process Compliance

Maintain accurate records across buying systems and documentation
Ensure compliance with procurement policies, pricing governance, and audit requirements
Support reporting and data analysis for category reviews
Contribute to continuous improvement of buying processes

Qualifications

Grade 12 or equivalent - (essential).
Degree or Diploma in Business, Sales, Marketing, Supply Chain, or a related field – (essential)

Experience

+3 years’ experience in a buying role, with demonstrable experience executing all aspects of the buying process for a large retail organisation or similar – (essential).
Demonstrable experience with sourcing and supplier management along with complex vendor / supplier negotiations – (essential).

Knowledge and Skills

Well-developed understanding of supply chain concepts, processes and systems – (essential).
Comprehensive understanding of the factors influencing a product’s cost and selling prices – (essential).
Knowledge of commercial and financial trade-offs in category sales – (essential).
Understanding of the retail value chain and profitability drivers – (essential).
Proficiency in MS Office 365 with advanced Excel skills – (essential).

Policy

Our Group is committed to creating, embracing, and preserving a diverse workplace that values the unique talents, perspectives, backgrounds, and abilities that enrich our organisation. A place where everyone matters and feels included.

We are committed to Employment Equity when recruiting internally and externally.

Please take note that by responding to this application and providing your personal information, you confirm your express and informed consent for Shoprite Checkers (Pty) Ltd and all its subsidiaries and affiliates companies to process your personal information for the Company to consider your application for this position. All Personal Information which you provide to the Company will be used and/or retained only for the purposes for which it is collected, whereafter it will be permanently destroyed. Your information is only retained if it is required by law or where you have given consent to us to retain such information for an extended period.

If you don’t hear from us within 14 days, please consider your application unsuccessful. Any personal information collected as part of your application will be destroyed, securely, in accordance with South African legislation.

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