Junior Buyer

• Ensuring distribution and retail profitability as well as managing expenses accordingly in terms of stipulated budgets.

• Key account management (Retail, Suppliers,).

• Managing sales, promotional activities and support of all relevant categories.

• Monitoring supplier strike rate and performance and non conformances.

• Daily stock level management, forecasting and demand planning.

• Negotiating rebates and trading terms with suppliers.

• Sourcing and listing of new suppliers

• Year round procurement from local as well as from international suppliers to ensure consistent supply and ailability.

• Daily price negotiations with suppliers.

• Setting up seasonal growing programs with all relevant suppliers.

• Relationship building with internal and external customers throughout the value chain.

• Regular supplier and retailers visits – nationally.

• With collaboration of technical team ensure that suppliers deliver desired quality.

• Work closely with Innovations (new product development department).

• Monthly promotions and store opening promotions coordination.

• Provide guidance and assistance in terms of merchandizing of new and existing products.

• Liaise with inbound and outbound departments in ensuring effective service delivery.

• Resolve all relevant internal and external queries.

• Conduct regular price comparisons between various retail chains ensuring consistent competitiveness.

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