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A client of ours is looking for a competent buyer to select and purchase lines of products on behalf of the client.

Duties And 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 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

Qualifications And Experience

Degree in procurement, purchasing or supply or relevant

3 years working experience

Skills

Demonstrable aptitude in effective negotiating

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 is an advantage