Merchandise Manager Yuppiechef at Mr Price Group

Job Description

• Reporting in to the Head of Buying  you will be looking after an experienced buying team and be directly responsible for the processes and targets of a fast paced expanding business.
• You will have the opportunity to ‘lead the team’ and impart your experience to enhance our buying processes and drive strong category growths. Physical store expansion will be a key process where important range decisions will need to be made to support the business strategy.
• The management and improvement of key supplier relationships and overall business conformance will be key in making sure we can get the best out of the sourcing opportunities and maximise margin gains.
• Our merchandise department is made up of 2 departments including Sourcing & Buying. You will interact across all 3 with direct focus and management of the buying team responsible for our Kitchenware categories. 

Responsibilities
Who you are

• You are an experienced Merchandising Manager with a proven track record in delivering strong sales results. You are dynamic and open to working in a fast paced un-structured environment. You have a love for product, trends and fashion while innovation drives you! 

Qualifications
What experience and skills you need for the role

Experience:

• You have 7-10 years experience in buying or supplier management 
• 3-5 years management experience within a fast paced environment
• Proven track record in leading multifaceted teams
• Supplier management experience
• Advantageous: Experience in implementing sourcing strategies, including supplier performance and relationship management and total cost management and execution

Qualifications:

• Relevant degree or diploma
• Advantageous: If you happen to have a tertiary qualification in Retail Business Management, Consumer Science or Fashion -, Textile -, or Interior Design 

Skills:
Technical skills:

• Excellent organizational skills
• Negotiation skills
• Research and analytical skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail