Wholesale and Retail Buyer (Except Farm Products) Job Description

Company Letterhead

{{company_name}}

{{company_address}}

Phone: {{phone}}

Email: {{email}}

Website: {{website}}

Job Title:

Wholesale and Retail Buyer

Department:

Procurement / Merchandising

Reports To:

{{reporting_manager_title}}

Job Purpose:

The Wholesale and Retail Buyer is responsible for selecting and purchasing quality products at competitive prices for resale to customers, ensuring inventory levels meet demand while minimizing holding costs. This role involves market research, supplier negotiation, and maintaining strong vendor relationships to achieve sales and profit targets.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Market Research and Analysis: Conduct thorough market research to identify new products, trends, and opportunities. Analyze sales data, market conditions, and competitor activities to inform purchasing decisions.

2. Supplier Management: Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers. Negotiate pricing, payment terms, and delivery schedules to ensure the best value. Maintain strong relationships with vendors.

3. Inventory Management: Monitor inventory levels, forecast demand, and place orders to optimize stock rotation and minimize out-of-stock situations or overstocking.

4. Product Selection and Curation: Select a diverse range of products that align with target customer preferences and company strategy. Ensure product quality and compliance with relevant standards.

5. Cost Management: Work to achieve optimal profit margins by managing purchasing costs, freight charges, and other related expenses.

6. Sales and Marketing Collaboration: Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to develop promotional strategies, product launches, and merchandising plans.

7. Reporting: Prepare and present reports on purchasing activities, inventory performance, and market trends to management.

8. Compliance: Ensure all purchasing activities comply with company policies, national regulations, and ethical sourcing standards.

Qualifications, Experience, and Skills:

1. Education: A Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Marketing, or a related field. (A diploma with extensive experience may be considered).

2. Experience: Minimum of {{number}} years of experience in wholesale or retail buying, preferably in {{specific_industry}}.

3. Skills: Strong negotiation and analytical skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. Proficiency in inventory management software and Microsoft Office Suite.

4. Attributes: Detail-oriented, proactive, ability to work under pressure, and a strong commercial acumen.

Working Conditions:

This role primarily operates in an office environment, but may require occasional travel to supplier sites, trade shows, and retail outlets. Standard working hours are {{start_time}} to {{end_time}}, {{days_of_week}}.

Compensation and Benefits:

1. Salary: Commensurate with experience, ranging from {{currency}}{{min_salary}} to {{currency}}{{max_salary}} per annum.

2. Benefits: {{list_of_benefits_e.g._medical_aid,_pension_fund,_leave_allowance}}

Application Process:

Interested candidates should submit their CV and a cover letter to {{email_address}} by {{application_deadline_date}}. Please include 'Application for Wholesale and Retail Buyer' in the subject line.

Acknowledgement of Receipt:

I, {{employee_name}}, acknowledge that I have received, read, and understood the responsibilities and requirements outlined in this job description. I agree to perform the duties and responsibilities to the best of my abilities.

Employee Signature: _________________________ Date: {{date}}

Manager's Signature: _________________________ Date: {{date}}