Sourcing Assistant needed at Truworths

Job Description    

• At Truworths, you’ll find a dynamic business environment where our staff is constantly challenged to reinvent the way we do business in order to keep us at the forefront of the South African fashion industry. Take a walk through our stores or offices and you’ll encounter an infectious love of fashion and a tangible will to succeed among the people who make up our business – both of which are key to keeping us at least one step ahead of the competition.
• We have an exciting opportunity available for somebody who is keen to work with a dynamic team, where innovation is the key to success.

Key Responsibilities    

• Assisting the Sourcing Co-ordinators in compiling the “new brief packs”
• Co-ordination of outward and inward bound parcels
• Recording the movements of all garments, swatches, artwork, colour submissions on the relevant (GIS) system Conveying garments to and from Departments for fit sessions
• Ensuring the availability of garments for reviews/showing etc.
• Constant liaison with vendors/buyers on day-to-day issues
• Internal payment system activities/orders for local packaging
• General administration

Qualifications and Experience    
Qualification/s:

• Minimum grade 12

Experience / Knowledge:

• At least 2 to 3 years previous administration and clerical experience – ideally within a clothing retailer and/or importer
• Computer literate (Excel,Word)

Competencies    

• Ability to work under pressure
• High energy levels and self-motivator
• Attention to detail
• Strong team orientation
• Good communication skills (written and verbal)