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  • Posted: Mar 2, 2026
    Deadline: Not specified
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  • Takealot.com is the leading ecommerce retailer in South Africa and one of the largest, most innovative ecommerce retailers on the African continent. Our mission is to be the most customer-centric online shopping destination in Africa, built around the simple concept that the customer comes first. All of our focus is dedicated to improving the customer ...
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    Senior Buyer - Homeware Hards (Kitchen & Dining)

    Your responsibilities will include:

    • Develop a comprehensive Homeware Hards (Kitchen & Dining strategy/plan to drive growth across the department in sales, brands, suppliers and new product listings
    • Plan to develop and drive growth across the department in sales, brands, suppliers and new product listings
    • Drive innovation by sourcing and prioritizing new brands and suppliers according to this growth plan and in line with market trends and consumer demand 
    • Deliver against key financial and service level performance indicators within the department (sales, margin, listings availability, stock cover etc.)
    • Manage and develop supplier relationships, negotiate good prices, improve trading terms and manage suppliers according to strict SLAs
    • Develop a promotional programme, source great deals and manage site merchandising for the department
    • Support the operations team in delivering a world-class customer experience – monitor department returns, support the customer service team on product queries and resolving any customer complaints.
    • Manage stock and availability (including replenishment orders, stock cover)
    • Deliver on customer experience within the department (ensuring products are delivered on time, supplier terms are aligned, product quality is managed etc.)

    Qualification & Experience:

    • 5 years related retail buying / commerce / e-commerce experience.
    • Experience in Kitchen/Homeware hards
    • National Diploma / Bachelor's Degree (Business Science or Commerce degree preferable).
    • If the Degree / Diploma qualification requirement isn't met, at least 8 years related retail / commerce / e-commerce experience will be required.
    • Strong commercial acumen.
    • Existing industry networks a significant plus.

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    Interested and qualified? Go to takealot.com on job-boards.greenhouse.io to apply

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