Job Description

Tekkie Town is seeking to employ a Buyers Assistant (Apparel Private Label), who will assist to provide effective and accurate administrative / support and general assistance to the Buyers to achieve the Company's sales and profit objectives.

Key Responsibilities

To execute all administration relating to the procurement process to ensure on-time delivery as per the critical path dates/deadlines. To provide general assistance to the Buyer/s. To capture and monitor all purchase orders. To update and assist with style cards and sample management. To effectively communicate and follow-up internally and externally. To communicate and follow-up effectively with all relevant external role players/key relationships. To continuously update all systems with the required information.

Qualifications

A Grade 12 Certificate/Matric is an essential requirement.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

2 years previous experience in an Administrator or Buyer's Assistant role within a retail/buying environment. Proficiency in the latest G-Suite (Docs/Sheets/Slides) and Microsoft packages is an essential requirement. Working knowledge of a PLM system similar to Airtable is advantageous. A relevant qualification in Retail, Administration, Fashion Design /Clothing Production/ Product Development /Merchandising, or a related field would be an advantage. An understanding of the Retail Cycle & Buying process would be advantageous. Have sound numerical skills, together with the ability to complete numerical reports accurately. Have excellent relationship-building and networking skills. The ability to communicate effectively at all levels both within, as well as outside the company. The ability to remain flexible, function under pressure and maintain a positive attitude and work performance in a variety of circumstances. Have excellent time management, planning and organizing skills. The ability to work independently but at the same time be a team player. Have excellent attention to detail and be extremely accurate. Have a strong sense of integrity. * Have an inherent desire to become a buyer in their future plan