We're on the hunt for a trendsetter, analytical guru, and all-round fashionista to join our team as a Kidswear Buyer. Your thirst for product knowledge coupled with your eye for trends, is exactly what we’re looking for. If you're ready to bring your A-game and make an impact on the world of kids fashion, hit that apply button now!
Key Responsibilities
Develop and execute a balanced product range in Kids Apparel
Build seasonal ranges with a strong focus on fit, function, and Value
Analyse sales data, customer insights, and market trends to inform buying decisions
Manage supplier relationships, negotiate pricing, and ensure margin targets are met
Work closely with design, planning, and sourcing teams to deliver on time and in line with Ackermans product strategy
Monitor product performance and take proactive action to optimise sales
Knowledge required:
Knowledge of SA’s retail clothing market, customers and competitors.
An in-depth understanding of the fashion retail cycle, critical path & buying processes.
Understanding of relevant product trends for your target market
Understanding of product fit, fabrication, and customer needs in Kids clothing
Understanding of Character/Licensed product and associated processes
Skills required:
A sound ability to analyse and work with numerical data
Merchant skills and a sound trader mentality
Excellent negotiation and supplier management skills
Competent in working with a Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) system
Identify, distinguish, understand and assess colours, fabrics, CAD approvals and strike offs
Ability to engineer products to achieve the desired value proposition
Communicate effectively at all levels both within, as well as outside the company
Presentation skills
Competent in all the latest Microsoft applications
Experience Required:
3-5 years proven retail experience in the procurement/development of Clothing, preferably in the Value retail space.
Qualifications Required:
A Grade 12 Certificate/Matric
A relevant qualification in Fashion Design, Textile Design / Clothing Production / Product Development /Merchandising or a related field would be an advantage