Fikiswa Mavuso

In the 17 years that I have spent in the Retail Industry (Buying Portfolios) I have had the opportunity of being mentored by one of the best Buyers in the Industry. I will only highlight a few pointers that I still believe every Buyer should always remember in any buying portfolio, which makes buying relevant every day.

1. ·         PRODUCT KNOWELEDGE
2. ·         CONSUMER
3. ·         COMPETITORS
4. ·         SUPPLY CHAIN & LOGISTICS

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I have had the opportunity of working 2 of the most prestigious Retail companies in SA. Edcon (3 years) and perfected my skills at Massmart Holdings where I spent 14years). Below is a summary of my job description:

• Analyzing market trends to help create and implement strategies that drive sales growth
• Negotiating prices and terms of sale with suppliers and manufacturers
• Scheduling deliveries of inventory to ensure that items are received on time
• Coordinating with vendors to ensure that orders are delivered on time and within budget
• Researching new suppliers to find competitive rates for new products or services

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