Category Buyer

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Kenilworth - Cape Towntime type:
Full time posted on:
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End Date:
February 22, 2026 (8 days left to apply) job requisition :
JR104893

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To compile and execute the Butchery Category plans in line with the strategy, objectives and category group guidelines on format/margin and assortment strategies. To optimize the performance of the assigned categories by having clear category plans in place that are aligned to the strategy, category group guidelines and being customer focused.
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* Minimum Requirements:

** Preferably relevant university Degree  3+ years retail Buying and Category Management experience essential (Butcheries will be an added advantage)  Proven and consistent success on financial KPI’s  Extensive commercial knowledge  In-depth knowledge of store operations combined with category knowledge and in store execution  SAP knowledge is an added advantage
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* Competencies:

** Sound knowledge of buying fundamentals and in-depth knowledge of product costings  Ability to understand building of recipes and factoring in various relatable costs, from raw material to packaging  Ability to understand and analyse complex detailed information to identify the source of the issues and recommend solutions to enhance the category performance  Have the understanding of all Commercial levers in Foods retail  Commerical and Financial Acumen  Judgement and Decision Making  Networking and Relationship Building  Excellent Communications skills (Verbal and Written)  Sound Negotiation and Influencing skills  Good Presentation skills
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* Key Responsibilities:

** Understand negotiating position, key drivers, and desired outcomes; develop and present factual, rational, and compelling arguments to build support and gain commitment from other parties; understand when to engage in counter-negotiations to reach win-win outcomes  Anticipate negotiating roadblocks and objections, ensuring any contractual agreements entered into are structured according to the regulatory controls in place  Develop and recommend business strategies that target category-specific growth  Evaluate merchandising plans and their business impact;

make recommendations for modifying plans based on findings   Identify and recommend process improvements that target performance, quality, work efficiency / cost reduction  Maintain a solid working knowledge of assigned category, industry, and market; use knowledge of industry practices, business trends, distribution methods, and the competitive environment to develop buying plans  Implement and execute tactical buying plans, ensuring alignment with category-specific growth strategies, as well as Pick n Pay’s overall business strategy  Integrate with Store Operations and Store teams to drive the implementation of the category plan  Communicate regularly with suppliers to mutually share financial and other performance criteria;

use metrics to identify performance gaps and hold suppliers accountable for achieving financial and other mutually agreed upon goals; develop and implement contingency plans to close performance gaps  Demonstrate confidence and expertise when interacting with suppliers whilst reinforcing the importance of Pick n Pay’s values, buying strategies and corporate initiatives  Implement and execute Private Brand category strategy, ensuring alignment with category-specific growth strategies, as well as PnP’s overall business strategy  Develop and implement action plans to enable the attainment of financial goals, leveraging knowledge of factors and trends that are likely to impact financial performance of the category
** Closing Date: 21 February 2026
*** If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!
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