Regional Merchandise Manager - Inland North (Region 7) (Polokwane) 2024/05/17 Reference Number 3020005012 Description Procurement activity within the Region - To create and execute Regional Procurement strategies in line with the Group Procurement Strategy and budgets and business objectivesLiaise with Category Managers and Product Specialists – To collaborate with Category Managers and Product Specialists to ensure execution of category strategies, optimise opportunities, and resolve and improve supply chain issuesSupplier Negotiations - Negotiate base prices, regional deals, forward orders, and KVI pricingMaintain Stakeholder relationships - To proactively liaise and engage with supplier network and internal stakeholders (i.a., Group Merchandising team, Store Managers and Store Buyers) to manage expectations and facilitate deliveryFacilitate listing process of Regional Suppliers – To ensure that all stipulated procedures and process are followed in listing all Regional Suppliers Assist MarketingProduct Training - To organise and coordinate product and supplier service training and related initiatives when and where requiredStore Stock levels – Manage and implement strategies with aim of maintaining efficient stock levels and appropriate SOPs/Best PracticesEnsure Stock File Integrity - To ensure integrity of stock file in line with stock file guidelinesManage Procurement Procedures – To ensure that the regional merchandising portfolio are in line with all stipulated/set procedures and processesMarket Intelligence gathering – To assess / ensure business competitivenessManage regional promotions - Plan, co-ordinate and execute regional promotionsTo uphold and promote the company values and culture Requirements Relevant tertiary qualification (NQF6) ideally with a Retail/Procurement focus (desirable)Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar position in a computerised retail environment (essential)Experience gained at a middle management level (essential)#J-18808-Ljbffr