We are looking for a **resilient **and **hard-working team player** to provide effective and accurate administrative and general assistance to the Buyer/s.
• *Qualifications**:

- Matric (Essential)
- A relevant tertiary qualification in Retail/Fashion/Administration or related field (preferred)
• *Experience required**:
Previous experience (minimum 2 years) in a Buyer’s Assistant role (preferably in a Retail/Buying environment).
• *Knowledge & skills required**:
We are looking for someone who:

- Communicates effectively both within, as well as outside the Company
- Builds and maintain relationships
- Is proficient in the latest Microsoft packages (Word, Excel, and Outlook)
- Has an understanding of the Clothing Retail Cycle & Buying process
- Can prioritise well and be assertive
- Is proactive, deadline driven and flexible to adapt to change
- Has sound planning, organizing and time management skills
- Is fast and accurate with regards to processing and checking detail
- Is able to be “hands on” when the buyer is travelling
• *Key responsibilities**:
1. To execute all administration relating to the procurement process:

- Tendering processes
- Preparation of discussion documents
- Capture & monitor purchase orders
- Style cards & sample management
- Assist with managing on-time delivery by following-up on all samples

2. To provide general assistance to the Buyer/s with:

- Preparation of business plans (i.e. samples)
- Preparation for all merchandise related activities that require product to be pulled, sorted, ordered and hung
- Suppliers queries, answering phones, mark-downs & general administration

3. To communicate and follow-up effectively with all relevant internal and external customers/role/key relationships

4. To effectively manage all samples throughout the entire merchandise cycle.