Buyer

Minimum requirements:

• Matric. (Diploma in Purchasing Supply Chain or Logistics will be an advantage).
• A minimum of 5 years' experience in wholesale preferred.
• Great computer skills and proficiency in programs such as MS Office.
• Good understanding of an ERP or warehouse management systems.
• Sound knowledge of logistics and distribution.
• Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills.
• Good market researching and networking skills.
• Great understanding of retail products and consumer trends.
• Good report writing and presentation skills.
• Strong analytical thinking abilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• FMCG industry
• Supplier trading methods & structures
• Competitors & market knowledge

Responsibilities:

• Inventory purchasing, management and control.
• Effective purchasing through mandated budgets.
• Monitor rate of sale per item and corrective action where applicable
• Ensure timeous processing of claims and other admin tasks.
• Ensure positive working relationships with suppliers and internal staff.
• Reporting any issues with suppliers, logistics, or products to the supervisor.
• Keeping abreast of competitors and the new products on the market.
• Maintaining Suppliers Pricelist and Promotions.