Buyer's Assistant

Responsibilities

• Support the division in administrative functions linked to order processing and buy plans
• Audit availability, selection, and pricing of market best sellers and new releases
• Perform merchandising checks including customer reviews, links, and newsletters
• Manage customer queries and escalate as necessary
• Oversee day-to-day tasks such as stock levels, order processing, and stock classification
• Resolve stock quality disputes and manage retail operation issues
• Collaborate with suppliers and internal stakeholders to drive category success

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (Business Science or Commerce preferred)
• At least 1 year of related retail or commerce experience
• Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to learn new software and digital platforms quickly

Preferred Qualifications

• Existing industry networks
• Retail buying or e-commerce experience

About the Company

takealot.com is South Africa's leading online retailer and a hyper-growth e-commerce company focused on being the leader in Africa.