Store Buyer - Johannesburg, South Africa - Consolidated Store Holdings (Pty) Ltd
Consolidated Store Holdings (Pty) Ltd
Johannesburg, South Africa
Verified Company
1 week ago
Description
FMCG STORE BUYER:
LOCATIONS:
FMCG WHOLESALE / RETAIL STORES - NORTH WEST, WESTERN CAPE, EASTERN CAPE, GAUTENG (East Rand) & FREE STATE PROVINCIAL AREAS
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A National Wholesale and Retail leader in the FMCG sector, is urgently looking for a dynamic and experienced Store Buyer (Store Based) to join their existing team._
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The person will be required to be based in Store and to have suppliers / representative of the suppliers call on him / her on a daily weekly basis, to ensure that stock management optimum._
Duties & responsibilities:
- Ensuring current product lines are maintained to required levels.
- Selecting new products and reviewing old lines.
- Negotiate the best possible prices.
- Sourcing the right suppliers and engaging new ventures.
- Maintaining relationships with existing suppliers, while seeking new ones.
- Interpret reports and predict future sales / turnover requirements.
- Reacting to any changes in customer demand Getting feedback from customers.
- Stock control while minimizing shortages and waste Attending trade events.
Requirements:
- Minimum of 510 years' experience as a FMCG product purchasing as the store buyer.
- Relevant tertiary qualification will be advantageous.
- Must have their own reliable transport.
- Passionate about retail and FMCG products.
- Extensive knowledge of the industry.
- Proven track record of buying suitable products for the FMCG retail outlet.
- Great negotiating skills with suppliers.
- Highly recommended references/testimonials.
- Flexible to work different shifts across trading and none trading hours.
Package offering:
In return for your services, an attractive market related offer at market related earnings will be paid on a monthly basis.
Application for the position:
Salary:
R25, R45,000.00 per month
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Johannesburg, Gauteng: Reliably commute or willing to relocate with an employerprovided relocation package (required)
Application Question(s):
- Are you willing to be considered for any of the Locations mentioned where there are available opportunities? If so, please advise which one or if all?
Education:
- Certificate (preferred)
Experience:
In Store Buying: 5 years (required)
