Job briefWe are looking for a competent Senior Sourcing Specialist to select and purchase lines of products on behalf of our company.The quality and variety of products on our shelves are essential for our success. Therefore, the ideal candidate must be a responsible individual with great attention to detail. The goal is to ensure that the business will always have adequate stock that meets its requirements.ResponsibilitiesIdentify customer preferences and forecast consumer trendsEvaluate supplier options according to prices, quality etc. and determine the best choicesDiscover and purchase new products and check the quality and popularity of those already on our shelvesNegotiate terms of agreements to achieve the best deal for our companyEnsure the timely delivery of products and compliance with the contracts of purchaseMonitor stock levels and make plans for buying within budgetCreate reports on sales, budgets and customer satisfaction and adjust your strategies accordinglyForge and maintain trust relationships with suppliers to promote fair dealingRequirements and skillsProven experience as a sourcing specialist or relevant roleOutstanding communication abilitiesExcellent organizational skillsDemonstrable aptitude in effective negotiatingUp to speed with purchasing best practicesFamiliarity with market research, data analysis and forecasting techniquesExcellent knowledge of MS Office; working knowledge of purchasing software is an advantageInterpreting a contractPresentation skillsNegotiating & influencingData analyses and comparing dataBusiness calculationsConsult on/ or advise others in area of expertiseExperience:1-3 years Managerial experience within Merchandising2-3 years Buying/ Sourcing experience (desirable)Commercial experience (essential) - Solid experience working with numbers and understanding the details of the financial/commercial interactions between a retailer and supplierEducation:Essential: Commercial Diploma or DegreeJob Type: Full-timePay: R45000,00 - R50000,00 per month#J-18808-Ljbffr