Trainee Buyer at PEP

To undergo a training programme in order to become competent for the position of a Buyer. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

A Trainee buyer will be exposed to the following:

• Sourcing suppliers and management of those relationships
• Range building and balancing
• Gross profit negotiation and control
• Sales and markdowns
• Research about target market and competitiveness
• OTB control

JOB INCUMBENT REQUIREMENTS

• Relevant Degree (e.g. Consumer Science) or Diploma (e.g. Clothing / Purchasing Management)
• At least two years’ work experience in a retail environment 
• Two to three years’ experience in a clothing/homeware buying or factory environment will be advantages 
• Computer Literacy (MS Office)
• Competencies Required: Planning, organizing and control; Business acumen; Commercial acumen; Negotiation and influencing; Confidence and decisiveness; Stress tolerance; Excellent communication skills and the ability to function independently