Buyer: Mensouterwear (Western Cape) at PEP

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

To source and compile a range of commodities and ensure that the commodities are acceptable to the PEP consumer market. The commodities selected must contribute to the profit margin and price points of PEP, in accordance with the departmental directive. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supplier management (sourcing and loading) 
• Range building (Product sourcing & range development) 
• Product determination 
• Product order management (Administration) 
• Budget management and OTB control 
• Research about target market and competitiveness

Requirements
JOB INCUMBENT REQUIREMENTS

• Relevant Degree (e.g. Consumer Science) or Diploma (e.g. Clothing / Purchasing Management)
• At least 3 years experience as fully fledged buyer essential 
• Underwear experience of at least 3 years is essential 
• Manufacturing; supply and garment technology experience advantageous 
• Computer Literacy (MS Office) 
• Creative, eye for detail and analytical 
• Willingness to travel 
• Competencies required: Accuracy, Directing, Negotiation, Results-oriented, Persuasiveness, Commercial Drive, Initiative, Analysing and forming opinions.