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JOB DESCRIPTION

Vacancy post: Buyer

Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced persons to fill the above position that has arisen in our organisation.

The job

• – Reporting to the Operations Manager, the successful applicant will be, among other key aspects responsible for: –
• Conducting research on potential products, providers and services as well as pricing and quality comparisons.
• Making cost evaluations and writing reports on purchases
• Keeping track of inventory and placing orders to replenish supplies
• Networking with vendors and seeing new items at events, shows and exhibitions.

The person

The ideal person should possess the following minimum qualifications, among other key skills: –

• A Degree in Purchasing and Supply , Business Management or other relevant qualifications
• At least 2 years’ retail experience or similar
• Driving license is a pre-requisite.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Management and delegation skills
• Networking and communication skills
• Good analytical, interpersonal, negotiation and problem-solving skills.

Remuneration: In return the company will offer a competitive salary and excellent future career prospects.