Job Description

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Job Advert Summary

National Liquor Buyer

Location:

Head Office, Westville, Durban



Are you an experienced buyer with a passion for the Liquor category and a deep understanding of the retail landscape?

Boxer Superstores, one of South Africa's fastest-growing discount supermarket chains and now proudly listed on the JSE, is seeking a commercially astute

National Liquor Buyer

to join our fast-paced and dynamic Commercial Team based in Westville, Durban.



As a key member of our commercial division, you'll play a pivotal role in driving top-line growth, managing supplier relationships, and building a highly profitable and consumer-relevant liquor category across all our stores nationally.

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Minimum Requirements

What we're looking for:

A minimum of 5 years' current buying experience, within the Liquor category within retail/FMCG/wholesale environments (non-negotiable) A relevant 3-year degree in Commerce, Supply Chain, or Marketing (advantageous) Strong commercial acumen and understanding of pricing, promotions, and category performance Excellent negotiation, communication, and supplier management skills Experience in systems such as SAP (advantageous) Proficient in Microsoft Excel A big-picture thinker with an eye for detail and sound administrative follow-through

Why join Boxer?

Boxer is a rapidly expanding retail powerhouse committed to innovation, transformation, and putting our customers and communities at the heart of everything we do. We offer unmatched career growth, a culture of excellence, and the chance to work on a national stage with one of the most exciting brands in South African retail

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Duties and Responsibilities

What you'll be responsible for:

Leading national and regional supplier trade meetings and negotiations Managing trading term agreements, cycle deals, and promotional grids Owning and delivering on sales, gross profit, and profitability targets for the Liquor category Collaborating with demand planning and ensuring store execution excellence Driving promotions, advertising campaigns, and supplier collaboration Managing stock across stores and distribution centres (DCs) Overseeing ranging, planograms, and product mix for the liquor category Driving innovation in category formats in line with our new generation store rollouts Handling relevant administration, reporting, and master data management * Partnering closely with internal stakeholders (marketing, operations, execs) and external suppliers