Job Vacancies at Barron

Job Purpose

• The purpose of the Assistant Buyer is to assist the buyer in providing a balanced assortment of merchandise to achieve sales budgets, gross profit, and gross profit percentage by conducting product research, product sourcing, and evaluating the range’s performance.

Job Objectives and Functions

Product research and development

• Assist with identifying product trends by conducting research and competitor analysis
• Maintain relationships with external suppliers as well as internal stakeholders in order to gain insights into possible customer or international trends .
• Provide recommendations on possible actions resulting from the research findings
• Create tech packs for new styles as briefed by the buyers. Ensure all necessary information is included (measurements, fabrics, trims, labels, details, etc.).
• Receive and track lab dips and bulk swatches from suppliers for repeat orders.
• Review lab dips/ bulk swatches together with the responsible buyer.
• Send consolidated comments and approvals/rejections back to suppliers.

Product Sourcing

• Assisting with identifying new or current suppliers for indent requests or small orders
• Send the tech pack to the identified suppliers and receive the costing for items
• Calculate the costing of products and negotiate minimum order quantities, price, and lead times for delivery

Evaluating range performance

• Monitor the performance of existing products and identify products that are reaching the end of their lifecycle.
• Make recommendations to the Buyer on New items/updates and replacements
• Identify product campaigns and present proposals to the buyer in terms of which products should go on promotion

Sourcing new local suppliers

• Assist the Buyer in identifying new local suppliers by evaluating the current supplier list and researching local suppliers.
• Make contact with suppliers and obtain product specifications and costing
• Make recommendations to the buyer on identified suppliers

Administrative support

• Responsible for keeping documents and reports up to date
• Prepare for all key departmental meetings
• Responsible for managing the sample process for marketing events, catalogues, and photoshoots
• Book courier collections for suppliers when required
• Track incoming parcels (samples, lab dips, swatches, etc.).
• Create PR’s for invoices to be paid by the finance team
• Day-to-day contact with suppliers
• Communicate PO updates, delivery dates, and general order queries with suppliers

Supply chain functions

• Create and amend Purchase Orders (POs) as instructed by the buyers/ planners.
• Ensure PO details are accurate (style, colour, quantities, pricing, delivery dates, etc.).
• Follow up with suppliers on order progress and delivery timelines.
• Flag delays or risks early so that buyers/ planners can react accordingly.
• Assist with booking and coordinating supplier deliveries where required

Job Requirements

Qualifications and Experience

• NQF 5/6 Supply Chain Management
• Assistant Buyer / Procurement Clerk 

Skills, Abilities, and Job-Related Knowledge

• Negotiation Skills
• Attention to Detail
• Coordination skills
• Product and range development
• Research
• Verbal Reasoning
• Numerical Reasoning
• MS D365
• Apparel product knowledge
• Product Costing

Competencies

• Systematic approach
• Reliability
• Results and Goal orientation
• Execution

Closing Date 30 March 2026

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Job Description

Job Purpose 

•  The purpose of the Floor Manager is to execute planned production schedules successfully to meet customer deliverables. 

Job Objectives and Functions 

Production Management  

• To create a daily machine plan to identify the required resources to meet production schedules’ end date timeously 
• Direct an efficient layout of equipment and flow of materials to ensure effective execution of the production schedule  
• Ensure that there is sufficient stock for branding in conjunction with the Planning Department 
• Ensure that all branding products adhere to the quality standards 
• Escalate all quality defected products to the Quality Department to resolve and implement preventative measures  
• Ensure Production meets all customer delivery dates 
• Extract and analyze production data to optimize production processes and improve efficiencies within operations  

Staff Management and Development

• Establish goals for production, and coordinate a plan to meet those goals 
• Responsible for the overall performance and effectiveness of the team by creating and communicating performance and operating standards and measuring employee's ability to adhere to these standards.  
• Responsible for applying corrective measures according to the company’s code of conduct 
• Responsible for the overall development of the team in order to meet business requirements.  
• Responsible for workforce planning through recruitment and selection of competent staff. Manage outputs, performance and development of the teams in order to achieve overall performance results of the department.

Health and Safety 

• Ensure equipment meets performance and safety requirements by managing an effective maintenance plan 
• Accountable for the health and safety of all staff in the area. 
• Conduct weekly risk assessments in areas and ensure that plans are actioned to minimize or mitigate risks identified.

Housekeeping

• Accountable for the effective adherence to housekeeping principles for the area 

Job Requirements

Qualifications and experience

• NQF 4 ( Matric)
• NQF 5 ( Production Management)
• Lean Six Sigma ( Green Belt)
• Floor Manager in Gifting, apparel, signage, or branding industry( 3-5 Years )
• Working within a unionized environment ( 2-3 Years )

Job Knowledge and skills ,Abilities

• Production Processes and Management
• Lean Manufacturing
• Employee Management
• Branding Processes
• Mechanical Knowledge
• Industrial Relations
• Excel
• Investigation Skills
• MS D365 - Production Module
• Problem-Solving Skills
• Communication Skills
• People Management Skills
• Judgement and Decision Making Skills
• Report Writing Skills
• Organising, Planning, and Prioritising skills
• Verbal and Numerical Comprehension Skills
• Interpersonal Skills
• Emotional Intelligence

Competencies

• Systematic approach 
• People Management
• Effective communication 
• Organizational Awareness
• Influence

Closing Date 01 April 2026

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Job Description

• We are looking for a talented and detail-oriented Artwork Layout Artist to join our creative team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for creating visually appealing and aesthetically pleasing layouts for a variety of print and digital materials.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the creative team to develop layouts for various print and digital materials
• Ensure all artwork aligns with brand guidelines and meets quality standards
• Prepare final files for production and/or digital distribution
• Manage and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously to meet deadlines
• Provide input and suggestions for improving layout processes and best practices
• Keep up-to-date with industry trends and best practices in graphic design and layout

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in graphic design, visual communication, or related field
• Minimum of 3 or more years of experience working in a design or creative role
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator) and other design software
• Strong understanding of typography, colour theory, and layout principles
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Strong communication and time management skills

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Knowledge of prepress and production processes
• Experience with motion graphics and/or video editing is a plus

Closing Date 01 April 2026