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October 16, 2024

The Foschini Group

FULL TIME


Senior Buyer: Markham

Key Responsibilities:
  • Procure and range build appropriate ranges aligned to the strategy with special attention to all trading opportunities.
  • Assess complex situations and implement workable solutions.
  • Have a high degree of organisation and prioritization skills.
  • Successfully source and procure a balanced range of merchandise in line with company strategy.
  • Work closely with the planner, through analysis of previous sales patterns, market trends and brand initiatives.
  • Formulate departmental strategies to maximize sales and then timeously source and secure stock to implement strategies.
  • Negotiate effectively to deliver Financial business KPI’S.
  • Build and maintain good relationships with employees, suppliers, and key functions in the business.
  • Contribute to growth /profit through innovative ideas.
  • Availability to go on buying trips (local and international).
  • Understanding and delivering a clear product strategy aligned with specific store brand strategy.
  • Think in terms of the "big picture" as well as consider specifics and detail.
  • Drive product efficiencies and key measures.
  • Assess complex situations and implement workable solutions.
  • Communicate effectively at all levels.
  • Team player and be able to foster collaboration across buying and planning functions.

Qualifications and Experience:
  • Diploma, Graduate Degree, or Post Graduate Degree.
  • Have experience as a Buyer in fashion apparel (5+ years essential).
  • Integral understanding of the clothing retail Cycle and Buying Process.
  • A good working knowledge of the current computer software packages (knowledge of Excel, Word & E-mail would be preferable).

Skills:
  • Excellent planning, organisational and interpersonal skills.
  • Uncompromising negotiation skills.
  • Good analytical skills.
  • Have a solid understanding of Quick Response model.
  • Excellent Time management skills.
  • Good communication skills.
  • Good judgement and problem-solving skills.

Behaviours:
  • Applies market and business insights in order to drive organisational objectives.
  • Forms, develops and leads a group of individuals toward the achievement of a common team objective.
  • Creates an environment that fosters and nurtures a culture of creativity which drives success.
  • thinks and plans strategically, focusing on the long-term goals and objectives of the organisation.
  • Develops plans and prioritises initiatives that align to the organisational goals and objectives.
  • Understands and navigates dynamics created by processes, systems, and people.
  • Assesses and improves the efficiency, effectiveness, and quality of various work processes.
  • Quickly adapts and acquires new knowledge, skills, and competencies in a rapidly changing environment.
  • Interprets and simplifies complex and contradictory information when resolving organisational problems.
  • High level of EQ and resolution driven.
  • High level of tolerance and resilience.
  • Must be able to be decisive and ability to handle pressure.
  • Have a value mind-set, speed & agility, and a can-do mentality.
  • Takes accountability and ensures others are held to account on agreed upon performance targets.
  • Sets ambitious goals and takes focused action to achieve desired outcomes.
  • Diplomatic and tactful, while also being assertive.
Preference will be given, but not limited to candidates from designated groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act.
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