Retail Buyer

Tasks and Responsibilities ? Manage and coordinate retail accounts and partner relationships, monitoring sales data, stock levels, market information and changing consumer trends to support retail planning and purchasing decisions. ? Liaise with retailers, distributors, suppliers and other business partners regarding product requirements, purchase orders, supply arrangements, stock availability and retail requirements. ? Coordinating purchase orders, product listings and retail requirements ? Support the negotiation and coordination of purchase, supply, promotional and commercial arrangements with suppliers and retail partners. ? Coordinating product information, pricing and promotional materials; coordinating retail launches and campaigns ? Coordinate retail launches, campaigns, activations and sales promotions, working with management and retail partners to ensure promotional activities are implemented effectively. ? Monitor market conditions, trade information and consumer trends and provide relevant information to management to assist with long-term retail planning and sales strategies. ? Establish and maintain working plans and schedules in accordance with seasonal requirements, sales objectives, stock levels and budgetary considerations. ? Coordinate product requirements, purchase orders and stock levels, including monitoring retail demand, confirming quantities and specifications. ? Coordinate purchasing activities and liaise with suppliers regarding product availability, quality, quantities, pricing and delivery requirements. ? Coordinate product information, including product specifications, pricing, stock availability and promotional details, and communicate relevant information to retailers, suppliers and internal teams. Qualifications and skills requirements include: - AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, or AQF certificate IV. A minimum of 3 years of work experience may substitute formal qualifications - At least 1 year of work experience is required - Strong purchasing and supplier negotiation skills. - Strong analytical and commercial awareness. - Good knowledge of retail products and market trends. - Strong inventory and stock management skills. - Excellent communication and organisational skills.