Vryburg: Wholesale Buyer posted by Staff Solutions

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled Wholesale Buyer to join our team at Staff Solutions in Vryburg. As a key member of our procurement team, you will be responsible for establishing and maintaining strong supplier relationships, driving sales growth, and ensuring optimal stock levels.

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.
• Maximize 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.

Requirements

• Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills.
• Intermediate Microsoft Word skills.
• Intermediate Microsoft PowerPoint skills.
• Intermediate Microsoft Outlook skills.
• Proficiency in using portals, Arch, and SAP.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Qualifications

No formal education is required for this role.