Trainee Buyer needed at Shoprite Group of Companies

Job Objectives

• Execute product range building and line determination.
• Execute all activities related to product pricing.
• Provide input to formalise article range, stock and price point.  
• Conduct product reviews.
• Execute merchandising layout determination
• Plan and execute promotional and advertising events.
• Maintain stock levels, ensuring any stock level issues are timeously resolved in stores and the DC.
• Administer invoice and purchase order processes.
• Provide functional support for buyer related activities. 
• Perform market and competitor research.

Qualifications

• Degree/Diploma in Business, Finance, Logistics, Supply Chain or a related field – (essential). 

Experience

• Retail experience gained through working in a Pet Shop store environment, with suppliers or manufacturing or in a retail store – (desired).