Trainee Buyer - Ladies (Apparel) at Pepkor Speciality

Qualifications

• Post graduate qualification in Fashion

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• 1-2 years in the buying environment 
• Computer literate in Google suite
• Function well under pressure
• Work flexible hours
• Attention to detail and ability to work accurately
• Ability to resolve issues
• Good communication skills – written & interpersonal 
• Team Player 
• Customer service oriented
• Proactive
• Conversant with fashion trends

Key Responsibilities

• Creating and capturing all orders as per Buyers approval 
• Ensuring that follow-ups are done on placed orders
• Confirming SKU tickets, orders, and requisitions that are to be sent to suppliers 
• Ensure the distribution process of samples to marketing is adhered to 
• Updating sample catalogue on a regular basis 
• Managing good and bad sellers
• Regularly filling and updating supporting documentation from other interrelated departments 
• Maintain an organised and up-to-date log of all samples received from suppliers, including tracking and follow-up where necessary
• Ensure timely handover of samples to the QA department for inspection and approval
• Coordinate the handover and preparation of samples for all e-commerce photo shoots, ensuring accuracy and readiness
• Assist with e-commerce processes for ladieswear, including writing product descriptions for the website