Closing Date: 2 March 2025
Introduction
SPAR North Rand, a division of The SPAR Group Ltd, is recruiting for a Senior Buyer (Butchery) at its Distribution Centre, located in Olifantsfontein.
Job description
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
The purpose of this position is to drive and promote the business through the buying of promotional and replenishment stock, communication and leadership to retailers, upholding the retail policy and maintaining category and divisional profits, retail profitability, stockholdings and service levels.
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS
Negotiating with sales representatives from suppliers
Maintaining comprehensive records of all transactions with suppliers
Negotiating deals and prices to achieve competitive retail prices and budgeted gross profit for the DC and Retail
Managing stock levels and service levels against sales and budget
Managing product and service levels against sales and budget
Managing product ranges within specified product categories
Achieving targeted DC sales and gross profit
Be part of advertising / consumer trends
Drive sales through special promotions
Drive sales through innovation
Minimum requirements
SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE
National Senior Certificate (Matric)
National Certificate / Diploma in Marketing Management or similar – Recommended.
Diploma or Degree in Purchasing or Commerce – Recommended
Minimum 5 years’ working experience in the Butchery industry
Sound interpersonal and communication skills
Thorough knowledge of buying systems and processes
Possess comprehensive knowledge of product range requirements within a supermarket environment
Proven negotiating skills
Strong drive, initiative and creativity
Hands on approach to problems and solutions
Administrative skills
Financial skills
Computer literacy
Knowledge on the SAP system would be beneficial.
Previous F.M.C.G. buying experience is required.
HOW TO APPLY
ONLINE APPLICATION
SPAR North Rand is an equal opportunity employer. All positions are advertised in accordance with the company’s Employment Equity Policy.
Kindly note: All applications are to be submitted through the Careers Site and Pnet. Please refrain from calling the Distribution Centre (DC) or emailing applications directly.