Job Description

The Buyer III is responsible for driving the selection and sourcing of trend-driven clothing and accessories that align with brand strategy and customer expectations. This role oversees market analysis, supplier negotiations, and product assortment planning to maximize sales and profitability. With a strategic mindset and strong leadership skills, the Buyer III also mentors junior team members and collaborates closely with key stakeholders to ensure a competitive and compelling product offering.

• Successfully source/develop/procure/select merchandise in line with company strategy and customer needs.
• Drive Supplier relationships and targets
• Work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to ensure effective delivery of the business plan
• Work closely with the planner, through analysis of previous sales patterns, market trends and brand initiatives.
• Formulate departmental strategies to maximize sales, and then timeously source and secure stock to implement defined strategies.
• Negotiate effectively to deliver on and exceed business KPI’S.
• Build and maintain collaborative relationships with employees, suppliers, and key functions in the business.
• Contribute to growth and profit through innovative and creative ideas.
• Availability to go on buying trips (local and international).
• Understanding and delivering a clear product strategy aligned with specific store brand strategies.
• "Big Picture" thinking, whilst considering the specifics and detail.
• Drive product efficiencies and key measures.  
• Solution Driven: Assess complex situations and implement workable solutions.
• Communicate and interact effectively and confidently at all levels.
• Team player and be able to foster collaboration across buying and planning functions.
• Identify and translate global trends (TikTok, streetwear, music, influencers) into The FIX product DNA
• Localise trends for the SA Gen Z customer
• Build monthly trend stories and drops
• Define key items + hero silhouettes per drop

Qualifications and Experience

• Diploma, Graduate Degree, or Post Graduate Degree
• Have experience as a Buyer (4+ years essential)
• Integral understanding of the clothing retail Cycle and Buying Process
• A good working knowledge of the current computer software packages (knowledge of Excel, Word & E-mail would be preferable).
• Excellent planning, organisational and interpersonal skills.
• Product development
• Uncompromising negotiation skills
• Good analytical skills
• Have a solid understanding of Quick Response model

Skills

• Quick response implementation & rules set out for each department
• Coaching and mentoring
• Planning & Organising
• Policy & Procedures
• Market Research and Analysis
• Supplier Management
• Requirements Analysis
• Global & local Sourcing

Behaviours

• Builds Networks - establishes and nurtures internal and external relationships in order to create robust, and mutually beneficial, partnerships
• Collaborates - effectively works with others to achieve shared goals
• Communicates Effectively - conveys information and communicates ideas in a clear, concise and impactful manner
• Customer Focus - understands, anticipates, and meets the needs and expectations of customers
• Ensures Accountability - takes accountability and ensures others are held to account on agreed upon performance targets
• Manages Complexity - interprets and simplifies complex and contradictory information when resolving organisational problems
• Persuades - effectively influences others by gaining support and commitment in the delivery of organisational goals and objectives
• Plans and Aligns - develops plans and prioritises initiatives that align to the organisational goals and objectives

Who we are is because of our people. They are our greatest asset. TFG is an internationally diversified retail portfolio of 34 speciality lifestyle and apparel brands that Inspire our Customers to live their Best Lives and are woven into the lives of millions. Our vision is to create the most remarkable omnichannel experiences for our customers. TFG is more than a workplace, it's a launchpad for your growth. Join us and explore endless growth opportunities across our diverse brands. We’re a purpose-led business, and on this team, you’ll share the pride of making an impact across a whole industry.

We’re the designers, the makers, the shakers and the teams behind the scenes.

Are you with us?