An opportunity has become available at our Head Office (Cape Town) within Cape Union Mart for a BUYER - LADIES LEISURE FOOTWEAR within the OUTDOOR division for CAPE UNION MART. Duties and Responsibilities: Oversees the setup of tech packs once completed by various parties (Buyer, QC and Design) and ensure it is sent to supplierBuyer will give instruction on which lab dips are requiredThe Junior Buyer is responsible to requesting these lab dips from suppliersFollow-up on lab dips should be done by the Junior BuyersAll lab dips are meant to be received and handed over to the buyer prior to range plan or product presentationOversees all admin with review set up ie boards and range tickets to be compiled prior to range presentation, based on the final range plan completed by the planner and buyerEnsure all relevant samples are sourced and displayed in order of the range planOversees photography processResponsible for all marketing briefs and must ensure suitable/relevant product are suggestedKeeping abreast of trendsLiaise with suppliers and ensure samples are requested and submitted timeously Ensuring sampling requested is commercial and brand fitProvide a good range of merchandise that meets our quality standards, consumer needs and product trendsPresent the merchandise assortment to the managers prior to each season, and report on major competitors in conjunction with the merchandise planner once a season.Ensure pricing of the products are competitive and within GP targets and the pricing policy.Ensure production of seasonal merchandise is produced timeously for the season.Report on major competitors once a season. Ensures that company benefits from cost saving strategies.Selecting and sourcing reliable suppliersMinimise risk through monitoring high risk suppliers (late deliveries, reliability, quality) - Maintaining and improving supplier relationships and ensuring that suppliers understand and adhere to our terms.Oversee order follow ups to ensure on-time deliveryArranging for fabrics to be sent to CMT suppliers with sufficient lead times.Working with the Garment Technologist to ensure all product adhere to the acceptable Cape Union Mart standards.Ensure sizing is standardizedCompleting quality control in the repairs department and advising suppliers where necessary.Undertaking store visits and interacting with managers, staff and customers to gauge stores/customers' needs/wantsGaining input on deliveries of new merchandise to stores.Keeping up to date on stock levels and customer profilesRequirements: Grade 12 / Matric Diploma or degree in retail or relevant industryRetail work experienceExperience on the buying department or similar International exposureWorking with OEM productWorking knowledge of theMicrosoft office package (PPT,EXCEL, Word and Outlook)Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)Understanding of the product life cycleRelevant Industry/Product knowledgeExperience with supplier relations General understanding/exposure of planningJob Related Behavioural Competencies. Analytical thinking and problem solvingEagerness to learn.Time Management and ability to meet deadlines and overcome challenges.Ability to clearly and concisely articulate problems and explain exactly how to reproduce them.Being proactive and taking initiative in your role.Ability to effectively work in a team environment while being self-directed and highly motivated.Team playerAbility to build strong relationships.Verbal and written communication skillsPlease note: The Cape Union Mart Group is committed to transformation. Appointments and promotions will be made based on candidates who best meet the requirements for the position. Preference will be given to candidates who will enhance the diversity of the team, aligned to our Employment Equity plan.
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