Branch Buyer- Retail
Retail Jobs
- Ultrabank Management Services
- Expires 18 Jul 2021
- Bulawayo
- Full Time
Job Description
We are looking for a competent Branch buyer to select and purchase lines of products on behalf of our company. The role is very important since our business activities cannot begin without the necessary stock.
The quality and variety of products on our shelves are essential for our success. Therefore, the ideal candidate must be a responsible individual with great attention to detail. As a retail buyer, you will also need to negotiate with suppliers to secure competitive prices
Duties and Responsibilities
Identifying customer preferences and forecasting consumer trends
Evaluating supplier options according to prices, quality etc. and determine the best choices
Discovering and purchasing new products and checking the quality and popularity of those already on our shelves
Negotiate terms of agreements to achieve the best deal for our company
Ensure the timely delivery of products and compliance with the contracts of purchase
Monitor stock levels and make plans for buying within budget
Create reports on sales, budgets and customer satisfaction and adjust your strategies accordingly
Forge and maintain trust relationships with suppliers to promote fair dealing
Qualifications and Experience
Proven experience as a retail buyer or relevant role
Outstanding communication abilities
Excellent organizational skills
Demonstrable aptitude in effective negotiating
Up to speed with purchasing best practices
Familiarity with market research, data analysis and forecasting techniques
Excellent knowledge of MS Office; working knowledge of purchasing software (e.g. SpendMap) is an advantage
Bsc Supply Chain or any related field
How to Apply
Qualified and interested candidates to submit their CVs to vacancy@ultrabank.co.zw and also indicate the position they are applying for in the subject of the email.
