Trainee Buyer - FMCG

We are recruiting on behalf of our client for a motivated and analytical Trainee Buyer to support the buying function within a fast-paced retail environment.

This role forms part of a dynamic commercial team and offers growth opportunities within a strategic retail structure. The successful candidate will support planning, sourcing, selection, and purchasing of specified goods to run product management effectively and profitably.

The Trainee Buyer will assume responsibility for planning, sourcing, selecting, and purchasing specified goods, ensuring effective and profitable planning of goods in the correct quantities, at the right time, place, and price. The role focuses on improving productivity and profitability through efficient execution of daily tasks, while maintaining strong supplier and stakeholder relationships. The Trainee Buyer will also provide support to the Buyer and Senior Buyer within the team.

• Execute product range building and line determination
• Execute all activities related to product pricing
• Provide input to formalise article range, stock and price points
• Conduct product reviews
• Execute merchandising layout determination
• Plan and execute promotional and advertising events
• Maintain stock levels and resolve stock issues timeously in stores and distribution centres
• Administer invoice and purchase order processes
• Provide functional support for buyer-related activities
• Perform market and competitor research

• Degree or Diploma in Business, Finance, Logistics, Supply Chain or related field essential
• Minimum 2+ years retail experience gained in a store environment, with suppliers, manufacturing or retail exposure advantageous
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 is essential
• Exposure to analytics tools is advantageous

• High level of self-motivation and drive to meet and exceed goals
• Curious and eager to learn, with a proactive approach to development
• Strong analytical and numeracy capability
• Detail-oriented, organised and process-driven
• Ability to plan and manage workload effectively
• Confident communication skills, both written and verbal
• Team player with the ability to work independently
• Able to perform under pressure in a high-volume environment
• Strong integrity and accountability