Houseware Buyer - Durban
Durban, KwaZulu Natal
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- Company:
- You Choose Recruit
- Company Description:
- We are a national recruitment agency, with our head office being in Durban. We have been in operation for 15 years.
- Contract Type:
- Full Time
- Experience Required:
- More than 10 years
- Education Level:
- Bachelor
- Number of vacancies:
- 1
Job Description
Location: Durban, South Africa
Employment Type: Full-Time
Are you passionate about homeware, décor, DIY, and hardware? We are looking for an experienced Houseware Buyer to join our team. This role starts as an understudy with the aim of taking full responsibility in due course.
Key Responsibilities:
- Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, ensuring optimal pricing and quality.
- Identify and source new products and suppliers both locally and internationally.
- Travel overseas for trade shows and supplier meetings to explore new opportunities.
- Conduct market research to stay up to date with consumer trends.
- Analyse sales data and collaborate with teams to make informed purchasing decisions.
- Negotiate pricing and terms with suppliers for cost efficiencies.
- Monitor inventory levels and work with the supply chain team to ensure stock availability.
- Use Excel and forecasting tools to analyse buying trends.
Requirements:
- 10+ years of experience in buying, procurement, or a similar role in homeware, décor, DIY, or hardware.
- Relevant Buying/Procurement qualification.
- Strong negotiation and communication skills.
- Excellent Excel skills, with experience in forecasting and data analysis.
- Ability to travel internationally as required.
- Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Exciting international travel opportunities.
- Professional growth in a dynamic and creative work environment.
If you have the expertise and passion for this role, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today.
- Salary:
- R 50 000,00 Monthly