mrphome is on the hunt for an experienced Homeware 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 dept. 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.
The minimum requirements for this Career opportunity are:
- Relevant degree or diploma (Interior/Fashion Design, Retail Business Management, Textile, Consumer Science)
- 3-5 years junior Buying or related experience (homeware advantageous)
- Knowledge of merchandise systems/ applications
- Textile & Fabrication knowledge
- Strong verbal and written communication including negotiation skills
- Computer literate in MS Office applications
- Creative inclination
- Able to work well under pressure
- Passionate about homeware products
- Driver’s license (advantageous)
mrphome is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to Employment Equity.
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