Buyers Assistant at Ackermans

• We are looking for a resilient and hard-working team player to provide effective and accurate administrative and general assistance to the Ackermans Buyers. 

Knowledge & Experience required:

We are looking for someone who:

• Has an understanding of the Clothing Retail Cycle & Buying process
• Has worked on a Buying/PLM system or similar 
• Has excellent attention to detail
• Has managed or worked with apparel samples or product catalogues
• Communicates effectively both within, as well as outside the Company
• Builds and maintain relationships
• Is proficient in the latest Microsoft packages (Word, Excel, and Outlook)
• Can prioritise well and be assertive
• Is proactive, deadline driven and flexible to adapt to change
• Has sound planning, organizing and time management skills
• Is fast and accurate with regards to processing and checking detail
• Is able to be “hands on” when the buyer is travelling

Key responsibilities:

To execute all administration relating to the procurement process:

• Tendering processes
• Preparation of discussion documents
• Capture & monitor purchase orders
• Style cards & sample management
• Assist with managing on-time delivery by following-up on all samples

To provide general assistance to the Buyer/s with:

• Preparation of business plans 
• Preparation for all merchandise related activities that require product to be pulled, sorted, ordered and hung
• Suppliers queries (emails & calls), mark-downs & general administration
• To communicate and follow-up effectively with all relevant internal and external customers
• To effectively manage all samples throughout the entire merchandise cycle. 

Qualifications required:

• Matric (Essential)
• A relevant tertiary qualification in Retail/Fashion/Administration or related field (Preferred)

Experience required:

• Previous experience (minimum 2 years) in an Administrative / Assistant role (preferably in a corporate Retail/Buying environment).