Retail Buyer

The Client

Headquartered in Leederville, West Australia, our latest client possesses a host of franchises across West Australia. Our client specialises in providing discounted, high quality product to its customers, and is now seeking to employ a full-time Retail Buyer.

The Role

You will have the opportunity to work within a growing business, which will supply you with career progression opportunities in the long term. You will be a proactive Retail Buyer with a professional approach.

The Responsibilities

Some tasks may include:

• Studying trade information and market’s needs and scoping out suppliers

• Monitoring and controlling company stock levels

• Reviewing and tracking sales performance figures and competitor activities

• Negotiating and liaising purchase, promotion and supply arrangements with suppliers

• Preparing reports on long-term planning and sales

• Analysing trends and consumer buying patterns to determine quantity and quality of goods to be purchased

The Requirements:

• At least a Diploma in a relevant field

• Previous retail buyer in a FMCG environment is essential

• Proven account management abilities to handle several supplier purchasing account lines

• Experience in dealing with over 100 products at one time

• High level of numeracy skills (confidence in Mathematics)

• Ability to work in a team environment

• Excellent communication, presentation, analytical and negotiation skills

• Strong commitment to customer service

• Proficient in Microsoft Office especially with Excel

• High organisational skills with strong attention to detail and accuracy

• Must be comfortable with decision making