Reference : QR4486
Job Title : Junior Import Merchandiser Johannesburg
Sector Title : Fashion - Head Office
Area : Johannesburg

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We are looking for a dynamic driven and commercially minded Import Merchandiser to join our growing team This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fastpaced environment enjoys building strong supplier and customer relationships and has a passion for sourcing innovative products

Duties and Responsibilities
Develop negotiate and source new products
Research local and international trends through store visits and supplier sourcing
Build and maintain strong relationships with customers and suppliers
Negotiate pricing and commercial terms
Analyse orders and monitor quality control specifications
Manage the supply chain process including order tracking and administration
Lead range presentations and sample reviews with buyers
Assist with artwork approvals and packaging specifications
Ensure adherence to company standard operating procedures

Requirements
University degree
Minimum of 1 years Import Merchandising or related sales experience
Merchandising experience is essential Visual merchandising is not considered relevant experience
Strong commercial awareness with excellent sales and negotiation skills
Numerate with strong analytical ability
Exceptional attention to detail and sense of urgency
Highly organised with excellent administrative skills
Confident communicator who leads meetings and proactively drives sales opportunities
Strong problemsolving skills and the ability to think laterally
Team player with excellent interpersonal skills
Ability to build maintain and grow longterm client relationships

Remuneration
Marketrelated salary negotiable according to experience
Pension Fund contribution

Please forward updated your resume in MS Word with your application Note if no correspondence is received within 6 weeks of your application please consider your application as unsuccessful