Wholesale Buyer

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Establish and maintain a structured supplier call cycle. • Meet with suppliers daily to maintain strong, effective relationships. • Develop trade plans with suppliers to align with sales and margin objectives. • Drive supplier sales growth through effective planning and promotions. • Assist in pricing and deal negotiations by conducting market price surveys. • Create purchase orders in line with company policies and procedures. • Ensure timely supplier pickups and follow-ups on outstanding orders. • Monitor and improve supplier delivery performance. • Maintain optimal stock levels and ensure product availability at all times. • Maximise working capital by managing supplier payment terms. • Monitor and address issues such as slow-moving lines, negative or ageing stock, and overstock situations. • Process supplier claims efficiently. • Set pricing based on market research and trends. IN-STORE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct daily floor walks to ensure optimal look and feel, merchandising, and ticketing. • Oversee receiving processes and check for supplier damages. • Implement and manage promotional activities aligned with store planning. • Bring creative ideas to grow categories and supplier contributions. • Interact with customers on the floor to gain insights and identify opportunities. • Continuously seek innovative ways to grow the business. • Maintain in-depth product knowledge across assigned categories. • Collaborate with suppliers to identify growth opportunities. • Plan and execute promotional grids that drive sales. • Work closely with the internal sales team to ensure alignment between procurement and sales objectives. SYSTEMS / SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTS:

• Microsoft Excel (Intermediate)
• Microsoft Word (Intermediate)
• Microsoft PowerPoint (Intermediate)
• Microsoft Outlook (Intermediate)
• Portal
• Arch
• SAP

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