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  • Posted: Mar 31, 2026
    Deadline: Not specified
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  • Cape Union Mart International (Pty) Ltd has been equipping South African adventurers since 1933, and is South Africa's favourite outdoor adventure store. Stocking everything one needs for outdoor pursuits - including hiking, camping, trail running, mountain biking, snow sports, travel and more - Cape Union Mart is an essential first step in every adve...
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    Footwear & Accessories Buyer-Old Khaki

    Job Description

    • An exciting opportunity exists for a trend‑driven and commercially focused Footwear & Accessories Buyer within our Old Khaki team. We’re looking for an innovative Buyer with strong product development capability, excellent supplier management skills, and a passion for building a relevant and profitable range across both footwear and accessories.

    Key Responsibilities

    Range Building & Product Development

    • Source, develop, and deliver a commercially strong footwear and accessories assortment for Old Khaki.
    • Support the execution of seasonal strategies, ensuring alignment with brand DNA and customer needs.
    • Manage the end‑to‑end product development process, including briefs, sampling, approvals, and quality checks.
    • Conduct ongoing trend, market and competitor research (local + international) to inform range direction.

    Supplier & Sourcing Management

    • Build and manage strong relationships with local, international, and branded suppliers.
    • Participate in supplier negotiations to achieve competitive pricing, quality, and delivery reliability.
    • Monitor supplier performance and ensure adherence to company terms, standards, and timelines.
    • Ensure all own‑brand product meets South African compliance and import requirements.

    Commercial & Cross‑Functional Collaboration

    • Partner with Merchandise Planning to manage OTB, stock levels, and profitable in‑season actions.
    • Prepare and support range reviews, product presentations, and seasonal strategy discussions.
    • Collaborate with E‑commerce to ensure product imagery, copy, and information are optimized for online selling.
    • Support the creation of marketing briefs and ensure alignment on seasonal product stories.
    • Conduct regular store visits to understand customer needs and identify opportunities.

    Product Lifecycle & Performance

    • Monitor sell‑through, margin performance, and stock movement to drive informed in‑season decisions.
    • Support quality assurance, including testing and resolving any product issues.
    • Provide product knowledge support to stores when required.

    Knowledge, Experience & Qualifications

    • Grade 12 and a relevant Retail Diploma/Degree.
    • 3–5 years’ experience as a Buyer or Assistant Buyer, ideally across footwear and/or accessories.
    • Strong experience in product development and working with international suppliers (advantageous).
    • Strong commercial acumen with a solid understanding of costings, margins, pricing structures, and sourcing.
    • Willingness and ability to travel locally and internationally.

    Behavioural Competencies

    • Strong analytical and conceptual thinking ability.
    • Passion for footwear, accessories, and trend‑driven categories.
    • Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills.
    • Proactive, solutions‑orientated, and comfortable managing multiple priorities.
    • Strong organizational and time‑management skills.
    • Team‑player who can influence and collaborate across departments.
    • Confident presenter with the ability to convey product insights clearly.
       

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    Method of Application

    Interested and qualified? Go to Cape Union Mart on capeunionmart.simplify.hr to apply

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