📌 OPPORTUNITY OVERVIEWShoprite Group of Companies is actively recruiting for a Buyer position in Western Cape. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals in the Procurement / Store / Keeping / Supply / Chain sector looking to advance their careers.
🎯 IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILEWe are seeking talented individuals with the following profile• Experience Level: 5 years • Educational Background: Bachelor or equivalent • Industry Focus: Procurement / Store / Keeping / Supply / Chain • Location Preference: in Western Cape
💼 WHY THIS ROLE MATTERSThe Buyer position is an important role within the Procurement / Store / Keeping / Supply / Chain sector, offering meaningful career development and professional growth opportunities.
📈 CAREER DEVELOPMENT INSIGHTSThis role in Procurement / Store / Keeping / Supply / Chain offers valuable career progression opportunities aligned with your experience level and professional aspirations.
📋 APPLICATION GUIDANCEWhen applying for this Buyer position, ensure your CV highlights: • Relevant experience matching the 5 years requirement • Educational qualifications in line with Bachelor • Specific achievements in the Procurement / Store / Keeping / Supply / Chain field • Any certifications or specialized training
🌍 SOUTH AFRICA JOB MARKET CONTEXTThe Procurement / Store / Keeping / Supply / Chain sector in South Africa continues to show strong demand for skilled professionals. This position represents a valuable opportunity in the current job market.
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About the role
The purpose of the Buyer role is to execute the buying strategy of the Shoprite Group through the planning, selection and procurement of a range of products within a category that results in the achievement of profitability goals and targets. The Buyer executes all aspects of the buying process for a product category, creating a compelling assortment that meets financial targets and supports brand objectives. The role further ensures sales growth and increase in gross margins by considering market trends and customer demand in terms of price, quality and availability when making purchasing decisions. The Buyer works collaboratively with suppliers, category, marketing and store operations teams to execute the buying strategy, ensuring a consistent customer experience and aligned execution of pricing, promotions, ranging, display and layout.
What you'll do
Product range and line determination Ensure first place in the market by maintaining price competitiveness Ensure a comprehensive coverage of categories through effective range rationalisation, aligned to strategy and brand logic. Maintain effective administration (across all areas) Product pricing administration Maintain competitiveness in cost and selling prices Base price objectives on knowledge of market prices, current trends and/or market leaders Effectively utilise negotiation to achieve pricing objectives Ensure confidentiality is maintained regarding sensitive information Advertising and promotions management Selection of lines and management of price points Continuously track competitor pricing Ensure availability of stock at suppliers Timeously supply information to Marketing Resolve stock level issues in stores and distribution centres Remain up to date with price movements and shortages in order to proactively advise the distribution centres
International sourcing
Identify potential gaps and international trends in order to source profitable products Manage the end-to-end supply chain process Determine merchandising layout that is practical and reflective of consumer patterns
What you bring
Degree or Diploma in Business, Sales, Marketing, Supply Chain, or a related field – (essential) +5 years’ experience in a buying role, with demonstrable experience executing all aspects of the buying process for a private label and imports products category in a large retail organisation – (essential). Demonstrable experience with sourcing and supplier management along with complex vendor / supplier negotiations – (essential). Well-developed understanding of supply chain concepts, processes and systems – (essential). Comprehensive understanding of the factors influencing a product’s cost and selling prices – (essential). Knowledge of commercial and financial trade-offs in category sales – (essential). Understanding of the retail value chain and profitability drivers – (essential). Proficiency in MS Office 365 with advanced Excel skills – (essential).
Closing Date
2026/08/26
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