Buyer at Pepkor Speciality

Job Description    

• Are you a trendsetting buyer? LEGiT is on the hunt for a bold, fashion-obsessed Buyer to join our team and bring runway heat straight to our street-smart style lovers! The Buyer for LEGiT is responsible for curating, building, and delivering commercial, trend-focused collections. Key aspects of the role include interpreting market trends, selecting and managing relationships with local and international suppliers, negotiating competitive pricing to drive profitability, ensuring strict product quality standards, and maintaining seamless cross-functional collaboration across planning, marketing, and logistics teams.

Qualifications    

• Grade 12 Certificate / Matric (Essential).
• Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion, Retail, or a related field.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience    

• A minimum of 3 years’ retail buying experience.
• Strong, instinctive knowledge of youth and commercial fashion trends—from social feeds to high-street runways.
• Deep understanding of apparel construction, materials, fit, and quality standards.
• Proven negotiation skills with a track record of driving win-win supplier partnerships.
• Exceptional communication, collaborative spirit, and strong cross-functional teamwork.
• Sharp organizational, time-management, and critical-path delivery skills.
• Experience in international sourcing and overseas travel is advantageous.

Key Responsibilities    

• Keep your finger on the pulse of commercial youth fashion, interpreting local and international trends into high-demand, commercial ranges.
• Build, curate, and land a trend-right Footwear & Accessories collection that connects directly with the LEGIT customer.
• Source, evaluate, and partner with top local and international suppliers to secure quality products on time and within budget.
• Drive price negotiations to meet aggressive sales targets, boost category performance, and maximize margins.
• Ensure all procured ranges adhere strictly to agreed quality standards, specifications, and brand guidelines.
• Manage critical path schedules and procurement admin smoothly across the supply chain to secure on-time delivery.
• Cultivate and influence strong partnerships with planning, marketing, creative, and logistics teams.

Deadline:11th November,2026