Assistant to Buyer

Rage is a Leading Fashion Retailer of footwear and apparel in the ladies and children’s markets in South Africa. With a range of shoes, clothing, handbags and perfumes that are inspired by the latest trends across the globe. Rage makes sure you step out in style every time and anywhere with over 630 stores across South Africa. 

Rage has an exciting opportunity for an Assistant to Buyer in the Buying Department at our head office in Modderfontein, Gauteng. The Assistant to Buyer will help retail buyers with the purchasing and procurement of goods for future retail sales. Some job aspects are more strategic and involve analysing competitor pricing, negotiating with suppliers, researching trends and administration of the buying process.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Analytical ability to analyse and review supplier data Identify market trends and forecast sales accordingly
• Negotiations with suppliers
• Process orders
• Communicate effectively with suppliers
• Handle follow up on orders
• Required to manage sample development including fitting
• General buying administration
• Keeps record of all data

Desired Experience & Qualification:

• Qualification in fashion/consumer science
• Must have strong computer skills: Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint
• Excellent communication skills: verbal and written, is required Confidence and persistent
• The ability to keep calm under pressure
• Good numeracy skills Methodical & meticulous
• High level of attention to detail
• Organised and a proficient administrator