Replenishment Buyer (Bellville ) at Econo Foods

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE


As a Replenishment Buyer, you will be responsible for ordering, planning, and managing stock inventory across assigned products, suppliers, and/or categories to deliver agreed service levels to both internal and external customers. It is important to be able to manage stock levels to prevent out of stocks or overstocks.​
​The role also involves liaising with suppliers on stock-related matters and ensuring the timely introduction and progression of both new and existing products within the business.


KEY RESPONSIBILITIES


Manage stock replenishment and inventory control on an agreed range of company products​
Review, analyse and forecast stock requirements.​
Control the movement of stock levels to prevent overstocks and waste whilst improving service levels.​
Work on inbound order issues, returns, supplier recalls and load prioritisation with DC ops Monitoring performance of new lines and promotions.​
Proactively reviewing sales information to support continuous improvement on stock levels, service and buying opportunities.​
Learning supply chain systems and processes with a view to supporting and implementation of these systems and processes.​
Providing support for ordering during seasonal and holiday periods under the guidance of the Merchandise Manager.​
Developing strong working relationships with suppliers, customers and team members.​


Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE


Tertiary qualification in Supply Chain, Procurement, Business, or related field.
2 - 5 years in purchasing, inventory planning, or supply chain, preferably within the FMCG or retail sector.
Previous experience using a computerised Inventory Management System.
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Packages, particularly Microsoft Excel
Experience in analysing and interpreting data
Strong ability to interpret data, forecast trends, and make data-driven decisions.


COMPETENCIES REQUIRED


High level of accuracy in managing orders and data.
Excellent interpersonal skills for dealing with suppliers and internal stakeholders, along with strong negotiation skills.
Exceptional relationship-building and interpersonal skills, aligned to the HO HOLA values.
Friendly, helpful, confident, humble, and team-oriented with strong emotional intelligence.
Ability to operate in a competitive, high-pressure, dynamic retail environment.
Strong communication skills (written and verbal) with the ability to influence and build trust.
High accuracy, attention to detail, and strong administrative capability.
Demonstrates integrity, ownership, resilience, and a willingness to go the extra mile.