Senior Buyer: Tfg Beauty

The Buyer III is responsible for driving the selection and sourcing of trend-driven clothing and accessories that align with brand strategy and customer expectations. This role oversees market analysis, supplier negotiations, and product assortment planning to maximize sales and profitability. With a strategic mindset and strong leadership skills, the Buyer III also mentors junior team members and collaborates closely with key stakeholders to ensure a competitive and compelling product offering.
Successfully source and procure a balancedrange of merchandise in line with company strategy.
Work closely with the planner, through analysis of previous sales patterns, market trends and brand initiatives.
Formulate departmental strategies to maximizesales and then timeously source and secure stock to implement strategies.
Negotiate effectively to deliver Financial businessKPI'S
Build and maintain good relationships withemployees, suppliers, and key functions in the business.
Contribute to growth /profit throughinnovative ideas
Availability to go on buying trips (local andinternational)
Understanding and delivering a clear product strategy aligned with specific store brand strategy
Think in terms of the \"big picture\"as well as consider specifics and detail.
Drive productefficiencies and key measures
Assess complex situations and implementworkable solutions.
Communicate effectively at all levels.
Team player and be able to fostercollaboration across buying and planning functions.
Diploma, Graduate Degree, or Post Graduate Degree
Have experience as a Buyer (4+ years essential)
Integral understanding of the Beauty retail Cycle and Buying Process
Excellent planning, organisational and interpersonal skills.
Product development
Uncompromising negotiation skills
Good analytical skills
Have a solid understanding of Quick Response model
A good working knowledge of the current computer software packages
knowledge of Excel, Word & E-mail would be preferable)
Skills
Planning & Organising
Policy & Procedures
Market Research and Analysis
Supplier Management
Requirements Analysis
Global Sourcing
Behaviours
Builds Networks - establishes and nurtures internal and external relationships in order to create robust, and mutually beneficial, partnerships
Collaborates - effectively works with others to achieve shared goals
Communicates Effectively - conveys information and communicates ideas in a clear, concise and impactful manner
Customer Focus - understands, anticipates, and meets the needs and expectations of customers
Ensures Accountability - takes accountability and ensures others are held to account on agreed upon performance targets
Manages Complexity - interprets and simplifies complex and contradictory information when resolving organisational problems
Persuades - effectively influences others by gaining support and commitment in the delivery of organisational goals and objectives
Plans and Aligns - develops plans and prioritises initiatives that align to the organisational goals and objectives
Preference will be given but not limited to candidates from designated groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act.
Who we are is because of our people. They are our greatest asset. TFG is an internationally diversified retail portfolio of 34 speciality lifestyle and apparel brands that
Inspire our Customers to live their Best Lives
and are woven into the lives of millions. Our vision is to create the most remarkable omnichannel experiences for our customers. TFG is more than a workplace, it's a launchpad for your growth. Join us and explore endless growth opportunities across our diverse brands. We're a purpose-led business, and on this team, you'll share the pride of making an impact across a whole industry.
We're the designers, the makers, the shakers and the teams behind the scenes.
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