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<p><a href="https://www.takealot.com/">takealot.com</a>, South Africa's leading online retailer, is looking for a highly talented <strong>Senior Buyer (Toys) </strong>to join our <strong>Retail Team</strong> in Cape Town.</p>
<p>The successful incumbet will be responsible to take a leadership role in the procurement and purchasing process within Takealot, managing supplier relationships, negotiating contracts, and making strategic decisions to ensure a reliable and cost-effective supply chain while also mentoring and providing guidance to junior buyers within the procurement team.</p>
<p>This position reports to the<strong> Divisional Buying Manager</strong></p>
<p><strong>Your responsibilities will include:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Develop a comprehensive Toys strategy/plan to drive growth across the department in sales, brands, suppliers and new product listings</strong></li>
<li><strong>Plan to develop and drive growth across the department in sales, brands, suppliers and new product listings</strong></li>
<li><strong>Drive innovation by sourcing and prioritizing new brands and suppliers according to this growth plan and in line with market trends and consumer demand </strong></li>
<li>Deliver against key financial and service level performance indicators within the department (sales, margin, listings availability, stock cover etc.)</li>
<li><strong>Manage and develop supplier relationships, negotiate good prices, improve trading terms and manage suppliers according to strict SLAs</strong></li>
<li>Develop a promotional programme, source great deals and manage site merchandising for the department</li>
<li>Support the operations team in delivering a world-class customer experience – monitor department returns, support the customer service team on product queries and resolving any customer complaints.</li>
<li>Manage stock and availability (including replenishment orders, stock cover)</li>
<li>Deliver on customer experience within the department (ensuring products are delivered on time, supplier terms are aligned, product quality is managed etc.)</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Qualification & Experience:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li><strong>5 years related retail buying / commerce / e-commerce experience</strong>.</li>
<li><strong>Experience in buying for Toys category</strong></li>
<li><strong>National Diploma / Bachelor's Degree</strong> (Business Science or Commerce degree preferable).</li>
<li><strong>If the Degree / Diploma qualification requirement isn't met, at least 8 years related retail / commerce / e-commerce experience will be required</strong>.</li>
<li>Strong commercial acumen.</li>
<li>Existing industry networks a significant plus.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Attributes Required</strong>:</p>
<ul>
<li>Solutions-oriented, can-do attitude; self-motivated.</li>
<li>Strong analytical and critical thinking, ability to use data to inform decisions, identify the root cause and resolve problem.</li>
<li>Strong product and buying planning skills.</li>
<li>Ability to manage priorities according to clear prioritization and structured planning.</li>
<li>Ability to build lasting supplier relationships and manage according to SLAs (existing industry networks a plus).</li>
<li>Comfortable with change and excellent team player.</li>
<li>Passionate about the Home<strong> industry</strong> and the potential of e-commerce.</li>
<li>Understanding of the key business drivers within online retail.</li>
<li>Entrepreneurial/commercial mindset.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>The Environment</strong>: </p>
<ul>
<li>We laugh hard, work harder, and take full ownership of our wins (and learning moments!)</li>
<li>Teamwork makes the dream work – we're solution-seekers who thrive on collaboration</li>
<li>Got feedback? Bring it on! We're always hungry for fresh ideas and honest input 🔄</li>
<li>Ego? We checked that at the door. Results? Now we're talking!</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Like what you see? </strong></p>
<p>If you meet the above you are an <strong>Extraordinary Mind </strong>so come and join us! </p>
<p><em>Takealot Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage applicants from the previously disadvantaged groups and people with disabilities, to apply</em>.</p>