Buyer - Retail
RPO Recruitment
Cape Town, Western Cape
Permanent
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Posted 17 April 2025

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Job Description

RPO’s client is actively seeking an experienced Buyer to join their team in Cape Town, Western Cape.
This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of South Africa’s leading fashion retail environment. The ideal candidate is passionate about fashion, has strong technical merchandising skills, and thrives in a fast-paced, trend-driven business. This is a full-time, onsite position.


Responsibilities:

  • Interpret local and international fashion trends and translate them into commercially successful product ranges.
  • Conceptualise and deliver ranges with a clear understanding of colour, fabric, fit, and silhouette.
  • Build and manage strong supplier relationships to ensure quality, pricing, and timeous delivery.
  • Work closely with planning and design teams to execute the seasonal merchandise strategy.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure the successful execution of ranges in-store.
  • Continuously monitor sales, react to market demands, and adjust the product offering as needed.

Requirements:

  • 6 to 8 years of experience in retail or clothing manufacturing as a Buyer, ideally in Ladieswear, Menswear, Kidswear, Accessories, or Footwear.
  • A relevant tertiary qualification in fashion, textiles, design, or business.
  • Exceptional technical merchandising ability.
  • Proven success in interpreting trends and conceptualising product assortments.
  • Energetic, innovative, and driven by a passion for product and fashion.

You can also contact RPO Recruitment for your next career-changing move.
Visit the RPO Recruitment website: rporecruitment.co.za or email your CV and supporting documents to: [email protected]

Apply for this role today by contacting Joshua Murphy at [email protected] or on LinkedIn.

If you're suitable for this role, we’ll contact you within 3 days. If not, your profile will be kept on file for future opportunities.