Buyers Assistant: Accessories & Kids Apparel Totalsports 3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Administratively supporting all aspects of the buying process.Management of the critical path alongside the buyer.Ensuring timeous placement of orders onto the purchasing system.Manage samples: shopped on International buying trips by taking pictures, tagging and organizing rails, between QA and suppliers, marketing handovers and sample sale prep.Maintaining all images loaded on buyplan against PO numbers.Follow up on orders on a weekly basis to confirm DC bookings and deliveries.Order raising with a defined time period across branded and own brand.Order amendments on PMM and Buyplan.Sample Room management.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.Updating VM look books on a quarterly basis.Compiling and updating ppt's with branded product as briefed by buyer.Building constructive and mutually beneficial relationships with suppliers.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. Key ResponsibilitiesJOB DESCRIPTIONAdministratively supporting all aspects of the buying process.Management of the critical path alongside the buyer.Ensuring timeous placement of orders onto the purchasing system.Manage samples: shopped on International buying trips by taking pictures, tagging and organizing rails, between QA and suppliers, marketing handovers and sample sale prep.Maintaining all images loaded on buyplan against PO numbers.Follow up on orders on a weekly basis to confirm DC bookings and deliveries.Order raising with a defined time period across branded and own brand.Order amendments on PMM and Buyplan.Sample Room management.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.Updating VM look books on a quarterly basis.Compiling and updating ppt's with branded product as briefed by buyer.Building constructive and mutually beneficial relationships with suppliers.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.Qualifications And ExperienceHave a minimum of a Matric Qualification.Have a working knowledge of Ms Word, Excel and Power Point (ODBMS would be advantageous).Previous experience as a Buyer's Assistant is required.SkillsBe 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.Must be able to work with a team.Must possess a positive attitude.BehavioursBuilds Networks - establishes and nurtures internal and external relationships in order to create robust, and mutually beneficial, partnerships.Collaborates - effectively works with others to achieve shared goals.Communicates Effectively - conveys information and communicates ideas in a clear, concise and impactful manner.Customer Focus - understands, anticipates, and meets the needs and expectations of customers.Ensures Accountability - takes accountability and ensures others are held to account on agreed upon performance targets,Manages Complexity - interprets and simplifies complex and contradictory information when resolving organisational problems.Persuades - effectively influences others by gaining support and commitment in the delivery of organisational goals and objectives.Plans and Aligns - develops plans and prioritises initiatives that align to the organisational goals and objectives.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 UsWho 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 TeamAt 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 Seniority levelSeniority level Entry level Employment typeEmployment type Full-time Job functionJob function Purchasing and Supply Chain Industries Retail Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at TFG (The Foschini Group) by 2xGet notified about new Buying Assistant jobs in Western Cape, South Africa. 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