Job Advert Summary
Deliver profitable & sustainable departmental growth by buying a balanced product range that meets and exceeds customer expectations within the agreed KPIs.Duties & Responsibilities
Conduct post season analysis as input into operating plan
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Develop product mix plan at department level taking into account, customer needs, trend direction, competitive analysis, growth/exit of product categories, determining product objectives Identify range structure, pier tiering and key price points
Conduct weekly and monthly performance analysis and develop detailed action plan to ensure departmental KPIs are met and exceeded Identify opportunities within the season to maximize profit and grow market share
Manage Open to Buy (OTB) effectively to maximize sales and minimize markdown
Ensure all confirmed styles are loaded into SAP timorously
Manage critical path to deliver on time launches
Achieve/exceed margin through effective supplier negotiations and conduct open book costing and comparative costing (determine styles appropriate for cross costing, submit product specifications to selected suppliers, receive and evaluate quotes)
Review range to ensure that departmental strategy and KPI’s have been achieved
Execute packaging and in store signage needs in line with marketing/brand and promotional strategy
Conduct regular store and competitor visits to understand product performance, assortment balance and customer experience of the range and adjust where appropriate
Ensure departmental expenses are managed within the approved budgets
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree|Relevant Diploma ie Design, Clothing Management Retail Management.
Min of 3 Years Retail Buying experience (Clothing)
Must be computer literate - Microsoft suite SAP knowledge.
Computer literacy
Competencies
A deep understanding of retail and brand ethos
Demonstrated taste level, flair and ability to interpret trends
Able to construct a balanced and profitable range
Strategic and proactive approach to problem solving
Business acumen
Strong and effective negotiation skills
Decision-making skills
Numerical, analytical and interpretive ability
Assertive and able to communicate effectively
High attention to detail
Innovation
Creative flair
Merchant mindset
Commercial and financial acumen
Ability to integrate into a dynamic team culture, while working toward shared goals
Ability to establish balanced a baby product range to grow market share
A strong sense of accountability and responsibility
Additional Information
The successful incumbent must have the ability to demonstrate taste level, flair and to interpret trends and align with Pick N Pay values
Competency based interview to assess above requirements
Short-listed applicants may be subjected to relevant assessments
