Buyer – Merchandise (Wearables, Networking & Storage)

About the role

As a Merchandise Buyer for Pepkor Lifestyle, you will drive the growth of our Wearables, Networking and Storage categories. You will be responsible for building balanced assortments, managing product lifecycles and ensuring optimal margin across the division.

Key responsibilities

• Compile and present quarterly product statistics, range reviews and post‑season analyses using internal and external trend sources.
• Manage the end‑to‑end product process from design brief to live launch on site.
• Develop exit strategies for discontinued ranges while protecting overall margin.
• Negotiate pricing, value offers and exclusive stock with suppliers in line with company strategy.
• Monitor critical path timelines, flag potential stock or delivery shortfalls, and compile weekly trade‑feedback reports.
• Collaborate with suppliers to ensure product quality meets division standards.
• Support Marketing and Operations teams to deliver a world‑class customer experience.
• Mentor and manage planners, fostering a results‑driven environment.
• Continuously monitor stock, sales, margin and assortment to achieve KPI targets.

Required profile

• Analytical and decisive with a strong learning mindset.
• Proactive, customer‑obsessed and accountable.
• Able to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Trustworthy, approachable and capable of simplifying complex processes.
• First‑to‑market attitude with strong action orientation.

Required skills

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong data‑analysis capabilities.
• Deep understanding of retail mathematics and retail buying principles.

What we offer

• Opportunity to shape product assortments for leading consumer‑electronics brands.
• Dynamic, results‑focused team environment.
• Professional development and mentorship.