Senior Buyer

Recruiter:

Phoenix Recruitment

Job Ref:

JHB001319/DB

Date posted:

Tuesday, April 28, 2026

Location:

Rosebank, South Africa

Salary:

Monthly

SUMMARY:
Restaurant Group based in Rosebank is looking for a highly competent, hands-on Senior Buyer to manage both fresh and non-perishable categories across their stores.

This is a fast-paced, high-accountability role requiring someone who can confidently manage stock flow end-to-end from forecasting and order pacing to supplier management and in-store execution.

We need someone who is proactive, detail-driven, and able to make sound decisions quickly in a constantly changing and growing environment.

POSITION INFO:
Duties:

Accurately forecast demand and place orders based on stock movement, sales trends, and operational requirements
Manage both perishable (fresh) and non-perishable categories with equal competence
Maintain optimal stock levels, balancing availability, stock movement, and waste control
Monitor and adjust orders in real time to respond to:
o Sales fluctuations
o Seasonal trends
o Supplier constraints
Build and manage strong supplier relationships, ensuring:
o Reliable deliveries
o Consistent quality
o Efficient resolution of claims and discrepancies
Work closely with store and receiving teams to resolve issues quickly and effectively
Take ownership of key KPIs including availability, waste, stockholding, and supplier performance
Operate across multiple systems to analyse data, track performance, and drive decision-making

Requirements:

Proven experience as a Buyer in a retail or FMCG environment
Strong capability in both fresh and non-perishable buying
Demonstrated ability to manage stock effectively under pressure
Highly analytical with strong attention to detail
Confident working across multiple systems and interpreting data
Strong supplier management and negotiation skills
A proactive, solutions-driven mindset with a high level of accountability
Willingness to work weekends and public holidays when required
Ability to respond to operational issues outside of standard hours when necessary
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
A team player who collaborates well across departments
Equally effective working independently and making decisions autonomously
Resilient, organised, and able to prioritise in a dynamic environment
Someone who takes ownership and follows through

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