The Ackermans story goes back as far as 1916, when Gus Ackerman opened the first store in Wynberg in Cape Town. His vision for the store was to create a place where customers could find great products at fantastic prices, which is exactly what Ackermans became. Ackermans was, subsequently, bought by the Pepkor Group in 1986. Today, there are more than 850 Ackermans stores in 5 countries, making us a leading value fashion retailer for the whole family - continuously setting the standard for value and affordability. With a wide selection of fashion for ladies, kids, babies, and men, as well as homeware, cellular, and key financial products, we’ll keep bringing value to your life every day.
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We're on the hunt for a trendsetter, analytical guru, and all-round fashionista to join our squad as a Buyer. Your thirst for product knowledge coupled with your eye for trends, is exactly what we’re looking for. If you're ready to bring your A-game and make an impact on the world of Kids fashion, hit that apply button now!
KNOWLEDGE required:
Knowledge of SA’s retail clothing market, customers and competitors, an understanding of the fashion Retail Cycle, critical path & buying process
Understanding of relevant trends with a flair/eye for acceptable product for your target market
Relevant product knowledge with regards to styling and constructions and an understanding of product components
Experience building ranges in Kidswear departments
Sound ability to analyse and work with numerical data
Merchant skills & a sound trader mentality
Passion for keeping up to date with the latest trends, styles and colors
SKILLS required:
A sound ability to analyse and work with numerical data
Merchant skills and a sound trader mentality
Presentation skills
A passion for keeping up to date with the latest trends, styles, colours
Is competent in all the latest Microsoft applications
Identify, distinguish, understand and assess colours, CAD approvals and strike offs engineer garments / products to achieve the desired value proposition
Travel (overseas trips)
Understand and interpret trends relevant to Ackermans Boys customer
Create a shared vision and to positively influence others
Build balanced ranges
Communicate effectively at all levels both within, as well as outside the company
Build and maintain mutually beneficial relationships with suppliers
Effectively negotiate and secure win-win agreements with others
Essential:
3-5 years proven retail experience in the procurement of apparel
Qualification:
A Grade 12 Certificate/Matric
A relevant qualification in Fashion Design, Textile Design / Clothing Production / Product Development /Merchandising or a related field would be an advantage
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