Buyers Assistant - The Foschini Group - South Africa

JOB DESCRIPTION Key Responsibilities: Administratively supporting all aspects of the branded buying process. Ensuring timeous placement of orders onto the purchasing system. Upload images to order raising system Follow up with suppliers on a weekly basis to confirm DC bookings and deliveries Compiling and updating ppt's with branded product as briefed by buyer Following up on marketed styles to ensure products launch on correct dates as agreed to Updating Marketing handover documents with information pulled off relevant systems All preparations prior to presentations and meetings (booking rooms, printing documents ect.) Take minutes during meetings Ordering tickets on ITL website General office administration and ad hoc duties as required by the department. Communicating with suppliers to gather all information required to load products. Processing of all amendments and communicating changes to relevant parties. Managing orders through the critical path process. Pulling sample images for weekly sales reports or product meetings as requested by the buyer. Assisting Buyers with order placements. Qualifications and Experience: Matric, Higher Certificate or Diploma Minimum 1 to 2 years' Administrative experience Integral understanding of the clothing retail Cycle and Buying Process A good working knowledge of the current computer software packages (knowledge of Excel, Word & E-mail would be preferable). Skills: Be highly organised, numerate, and have exceptional co-ordination ability Have the ability to multi-task and be flexible Excel in a pressurised environment Have a problem-solving approach to work Able to work with a large workload and remain efficient Must be able to work with a team Must possess a positive attitude Behaviours: Have excellent interpersonal skills and be able to build and maintain working relationships incl. being helpful and assisting where necessary in the department. Show initiative, be proactive, enthusiastic, and self-motivated Have high energy levels Must be able to work with a team Must possess a positive attitude Preference will be given, but not limited to candidates from designated groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act. ABOUT US Who we are is because of our people. They are our greatest asset. TFG is an internationally diversified retail portfolio of 34 speciality lifestyle and apparel brands that Inspire our Customers to live their Best Lives and are woven into the lives of millions. Our vision is to create the most remarkable omnichannel experiences for our customers. TFG is more than a workplace, it's a launchpad for your growth. Join us and explore endless growth opportunities across our diverse brands. We're a purpose-led business, and on this team, you'll share the pride of making an impact across a whole industry. We're the designers, the makers, the shakers and the teams behind the scenes. Are you with us? ABOUT THE TEAM At Totalsports we're all about PERFORMANCE, we INSPIRE, we're AUTHENTIC, we're MOTIVATING, we INNOVATE, and we are REAL. We are looking for a team player who embodies a passion for sports and keeping fit and healthy, as well as an individual who develops, inspires, motivates and drives a high-performance. We're the HomeofSport , join our commitment to inspire & unlock potential by making sport & fitness accessible to everyone JOB DESCRIPTION Key Responsibilities: Administratively supporting all aspects of the branded buying process. Ensuring timeous placement of orders onto the purchasing system. Upload images to order raising system Follow up with suppliers on a weekly basis to confirm DC bookings and deliveries Compiling and updating ppt's with branded product as briefed by buyer Following up on marketed styles to ensure products launch on correct dates as agreed to Updating Marketing handover documents with information pulled off relevant systems All preparations prior to presentations and meetings (booking rooms, printing documents ect.) Take minutes during meetings Ordering tickets on ITL website General office administration and ad hoc duties as required by the department. Communicating with suppliers to gather all information required to load products. Processing of all amendments and communicating changes to relevant parties. Managing orders through the critical path process. Pulling sample images for weekly sales reports or product meetings as requested by the buyer. Assisting Buyers with order placements. Qualifications and Experience: Matric, Higher Certificate or Diploma Minimum 1 to 2 years' Administrative experience Integral understanding of the clothing retail Cycle and Buying Process A good working knowledge of the current computer software packages (knowledge of Excel, Word & E-mail would be preferable). Skills: Be highly organised, numerate, and have exceptional co-ordination ability Have the ability to multi-task and be flexible Excel in a pressurised environment Have a problem-solving approach to work Able to work with a large workload and remain efficient Must be able to work with a team Must possess a positive attitude Behaviours: Have excellent interpersonal skills and be able to build and maintain working relationships incl. being helpful and assisting where necessary in the department. Show initiative, be proactive, enthusiastic, and self-motivated Have high energy levels Must be able to work with a team Must possess a positive attitude Preference will be given, but not limited to candidates from designated groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act. ABOUT US Who we are is because of our people. They are our greatest asset. TFG is an internationally diversified retail portfolio of 34 speciality lifestyle and apparel brands that Inspire our Customers to live their Best Lives and are woven into the lives of millions. Our vision is to create the most remarkable omnichannel experiences for our customers. TFG is more than a workplace, it's a launchpad for your growth. Join us and explore endless growth opportunities across our diverse brands. We're a purpose-led business, and on this team, you'll share the pride of making an impact across a whole industry. We're the designers, the makers, the shakers and the teams behind the scenes. Are you with us? ABOUT THE TEAM At Totalsports we're all about PERFORMANCE, we INSPIRE, we're AUTHENTIC, we're MOTIVATING, we INNOVATE, and we are REAL. We are looking for a team player who embodies a passion for sports and keeping fit and healthy, as well as an individual who develops, inspires, motivates and drives a high-performance. We're the HomeofSport , join our commitment to inspire & unlock potential by making sport & fitness accessible to everyone Apply Now

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