Buyer (6 Month Fixed Term Contract)

Relevant degree or diploma (Interior Design, Retail Business Management, Textile, Consumer Science)

3-5 years buying experience

Knowledge of merchandise systems/ applications

Textile & fabrication knowledge

Strong verbal and written communication including negotiation skills

Intermediate to advanced level of proficiency in MS Office

Creative inclination

Able to work well under pressure

Passionate about homeware

Experience with pattern and design (advantageous)

Driver’s license (advantageous)

Mr Price Home is on the hunt for an experienced Buyer. Your key objectives as a Buyer would be to build a balanced assortment of merchandise which appeals to our customer and ensures maximum profit for your department is achieved.

Reporting into a Senior Buyer, this high paced role requires your high energy levels and eye for product to develop a product strategy that will ensure the company gains maximum profitability. Collaborate with your merchandise planner who will help you to determine the product strategy for your dept. for the season. You will negotiate with suppliers on aspects of price, fabrication and delivery dates.

You will also collaborate with other functional areas such as trend and design, quality, resourcing, marketing, visual merchandising and supply chain to enable you to meet your portfolio objectives.

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