Buyers Assistant (6 Month Contract)

Details

Closing Date2026/10/29

Reference NumberSHO261009-19

Job TitleBuyers Assistant (6 Month Contract)

Job TypeContract

Location - CountrySouth Africa

Location - ProvinceWestern Cape

Location - Town or CityCape Town

Job CategoryRetail

About the roleJoin Shoprite as a Buyers Assistant in Cape Town, Western Cape, where you will play a pivotal role in supporting the Foods Buying department's strategic and commercial goals through precise data management and transactional accuracy. This contract position demands proficiency in SAP Buying, advanced Excel skills within MS Office 365, and a solid background in retail buying or planning processes. As a motivated self-starter with keen numerical and data processing abilities, you will ensure accurate cost and pricing updates, manage purchase orders and invoices, resolve vendor and store queries efficiently, and maintain up-to-date documentation to support seamless supply chain operations. This role is ideal for candidates with at least one year of relevant experience, exceptional organisational skills, attention to detail, and the capacity to work under pressure while fostering collaborative team environments. Embrace the opportunity to contribute to Africa's largest FMCG retailer, committed to delivering quality products at affordable prices, and grow your career in a dynamic, customer-focused retail environment.

What you'll do • Accurately capture and manage buying-related data in SAP Buying to support the Foods Buying department's strategic objectives.

• Process purchase orders and invoices efficiently, ensuring transactional accuracy and prompt resolution of discrepancies.

• Regularly update and verify cost and pricing information, including different units of measure, pack sizes, and retail prices, to maintain data integrity.

• Resolve vendor, supplier, distribution centre, and store queries promptly, addressing incidents such as mispicks and barcode irregularities.

• Coordinate with planners and replenishment teams to facilitate timely order placement and inform delivery schedules.

• Maintain comprehensive and up-to-date records including invoices, costing documents, and supplier updates to support audit and reporting requirements.

• Assist in the introduction and delisting of products in the system, ensuring accurate flagging and compliance with range management policies.

• Generate detailed reports for Buyers to review progress against commercial targets and key performance indicators, escalating issues as needed.

• Demonstrate strong organisation and time management skills to meet tight deadlines while maintaining high levels of accuracy and attention to detail.

• Collaborate effectively with team members to foster a positive working environment and contribute to the overall success of the buying team.

What you bring • Grade 12 certificate or equivalent (essential).

• Minimum of 1 year's experience in a similar role, performing administrative functions and supporting the buying or planning process (essential).

• Exposure to a retail buying environment (essential).

• Proficiency in MS Office 365, with advanced Excel skills including the use of formulas to prepare detailed spreadsheets (essential).

• Experience with SAP Buying or retail systems (preferred).

• Strong numerical and data processing skills, able to perform accurate financial calculations and data entry.

• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail and the ability to maintain data integrity.

• Ability to work effectively under pressure, prioritise tasks, and meet tight deadlines.

• Excellent communication skills, both spoken and written, with the ability to convey information clearly and succinctly.

• Team player with a collaborative mindset and the ability to build effective working relationships internally and externally.

Policy

Our Group is committed to creating, embracing, and preserving a diverse workplace that values the unique talents, perspectives, backgrounds, and abilities that enrich our organisation. A place where everyone matters and feels included.

We are committed to Employment Equity when recruiting internally and externally.

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If you don’t hear from us within 14 days, please consider your application unsuccessful. Any personal information collected as part of your application will be destroyed, securely, in accordance with South African legislation.