The Building Company is the Southern African operations building material division of Pepkor. The Building Company’s retail activities expand to 171 outlets throughout Southern Africa. Our branches are located in major centres in South Africa, Namibia, Swaziland and Botswana, and are managed as either corporate, joint venture or franchise stores. Our brand...
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The main purpose of the job is to co-ordinate the purchasing of all stock for the business to ensure that only approved suppliers are utilized to ensure that pre-determined stock levels are not exceed and to minimize stock-outs.
Job Description
The main purpose of the job is to co-ordinate the purchasing of all stock for the business to ensure that only approved suppliers are utilized to ensure that pre-determined stock levels are not exceed and to minimize stock-outs.
Assisting the Buyer with Administration functions: Provide analytical, operational, and clerical support to Buyers
Accurate completion of orders: Placing orders and completing the corresponding paperwork
Manage Brand codes: Manage and create Brand Names and Brand Codes for customers
Stock Management: Ordering, storing, tracking, and controlling inventory.
Price Negotiations: Price negotiations with suppliers where applicable
Supplier Deliveries: Assist in arranging supplier deliveries
Supplier Co-ordination & relationship building
Maintain accurate records and prepare reports
To uphold and promote the company values and culture
Job Requirements
Grade 12
Relevant experience in a computerised retail environment
High level of proficiency
3 years’ experience in Buying Administration
Experience and understanding of retail business principles
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