Retail Buyer

Responsibilities

• Identify customer preferences and forecast consumer trends
• Evaluate supplier options according to prices, quality etc. and determine the best choices
• Discover and purchase new products and check the quality and popularity of those already on our shelves
• Negotiate terms of agreements to achieve the best deal for our company
• Ensure the timely delivery of products and compliance with the contracts of purchase
• Monitor stock levels and make plans for buying within a budget
• Create reports on sales, budgets and customer satisfaction and adjust your strategies accordingly
• Forge and maintain trust relationships with suppliers to promote fair dealing
• Attend events, fairs and exhibitions to remain up-to-date with the market’s trends
  

Requirements

• Proven experience as a retail buyer or relevant role
• Outstanding communication abilities
• Excellent organizational skills
• Demonstrable aptitude with effective negotiating tactics
• Up to speed with purchasing best practices
• Familiarity with market research, data analysis and forecasting techniques
• Excellent knowledge of MS Office; working knowledge of purchasing software (e.g. SpendMap) is an advantage
• High school diploma; BSc/BA in business administration or relevant field will be considered a plus