Johannesburg: 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